Protective Coating & Painting Inspection

Protective Coating &

Painting Inspection

Ensuring Protection,

Durability & Compliance

Protective coatings play a vital role in extending the life of steel structures, pipelines, tanks, bridges, and industrial assets. Our independent inspection services verify every stage of the coating process—from surface preparation to final acceptance—to ensure quality, durability, and compliance.

Our experienced inspectors monitor environmental conditions, coating application methods, dry film thickness, adhesion, and final finish to reduce corrosion risks and improve asset performance.

Comprehensive Inspection at Every Stage

Surface Preparation Inspection

Inspect substrate condition, cleanliness, and surface profile to ensure proper preparation before coating application in accordance with project specifications and Australian Standards.

Abrasive Blasting Inspection

Monitor abrasive blasting activities, verify blast profile, cleanliness grades, and environmental conditions to ensure an ideal surface for coating.

Coating Application Inspection

Inspect coating application methods, environmental conditions, mixing ratios, and application techniques to achieve consistent coating quality.

Dry Film Thickness (DFT) Testing

Measure and verify coating thickness using calibrated instruments to ensure compliance with specified coating system requirements.

Holiday (Pinhole) Testing

Perform holiday detection testing to identify coating discontinuities, pinholes, or defects that could lead to corrosion or coating failure.

Final Inspection & Reporting

Prepare comprehensive inspection reports, quality documentation, and recommendations before project completion and handover.

Built to Australian Standards

We perform coating inspections in accordance with recognised Australian Standards, ISO requirements, and project specifications to ensure long-lasting coating performance and corrosion protection.

AS/NZS 2312 – Guide to the Protection of Structural Steel Against Atmospheric Corrosion
AS 3894 – Site Testing of Protective Coatings
ISO 12944 – Corrosion Protection of Steel Structures by Protective Paint Systems
SSPC Surface Preparation Standards
Client Specifications & Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)

Your Quality Assurance Partner

Independent & Unbiased

We provide objective third-party coating inspections with complete independence and integrity.

Industry Experience

Extensive experience across industrial plants, structural steel, mining, marine, oil & gas, and commercial projects.

Risk Reduction

Early detection of coating defects helps minimise corrosion, costly rework, and future maintenance.

Quality Improvement

We ensure coating systems meet project requirements for maximum durability, reliability, and long-term asset protection.

Timely Reporting

Clear, accurate, and detailed inspection reports delivered on time to support project progress.