Painting Guide

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DURAGAL EASY PAINTING &

CORROSION PROTECTION GUIDE
DuraGal
Easy Painting & Corrosion Protection Guide
INDEX
PAGE
Introduction
Environments
Atmospheric classifications
Warnings About Especially Harsh Corrosion Conditions

General Warnings
Salt, acid rain, farming, animal husbandry & other corrosion causes
Special precautions
Salt spray contamination
Animal or bird urine or faeces
Soot from burning sugar cane
If regularly dowsed with highly mineralised water
Columns, stumps, posts, etc in buried in concrete or in contact
with soils
Chemical attack
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The Corrosion Life of DuraGal

Corrosion life of unpainted DuraGal
The corrosion life of painted DuraGal
Zinc coating comparison
Protection of the bore of DuraGal hollow sections
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White Rust or Zinc Storage Stain

Avoiding white rust
Preventative actions
Remedial treatment
Warning to powder-coaters
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Painting Hints
Surface preparation
Paint preparation
Painting conditions
Paint application
Quick drying finishes
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Recommended Paint Systems

Corrosion protection for DuraGal - powder coating
Painting fabrications welded from DuraGal with black steel attachments
Protection of bolts and bolt holes
Corrosion protection for DuraGal - design tables
Table 1 - Protection for atmospheric classifications up to
and including AS/NZS 2312 tropical
Table 2 - Protection for atmospheric classifications up to
and including AS/NZS 2312 marine
Table 3 - Point of sale decoration for factory manufactured items
- Protection for dry mild internal environments in buildings
Table 4 - Protection for wet internal environments in buildings
- Protection for harsh wet internal environments in buildings
Corrosion protection for DuraGal - substitution tables.
Coating Systems Paint Manufacturers nominated systems for DuraGal.
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22 to 27
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INTRODUCTION
Cost Effective High Tensile
Steel Products with a Fully
Prepared Surface
DuraGal steel hollow sections have been
developed to provide cost effective corrosion
resistance, as well as a smooth, easy to use
surface finish.
The advantages of the DuraGal prepared surface
are now available in a full range of DuraGal coldformed open profiles - angles, channels and flats.
Extending the DuraGal Family of Products .
Architecturally Decorative Finish

which is Kind to the Environment
The steel surface, prepared in a closely controlled
factory environment, eliminates or significantly
reduces the need for messy open air blasting,
chemical, hand or power tool cleaning and its
effect on the environment.
DuraGal sections are mechanically cleaned to
AS1627.4 Class 3 and then chemically cleaned
prior to hot dip galvanising. A zinc coating weight
2
of 100gms/m (14.3 microns) is applied. A surface
conversion coating is then applied to help prepare
the surface for later painting and to assist prevent
white rust during transport and storage. Then, in
the case of equal angles (greater than 50 x 50),
channels and flats, a clear barrier polymer coat is
applied.
Cost Effective
The most cost effective way to use DuraGal
products is unpainted, touching up any welds.
The Table on page 7, called Corrosion life of
Unpainted DuraGal in AS/NZS 2312 Atmospheric
Environments, indicates which combinations of
environment and expected life to first maintenance
that unpainted DuraGal can cover. However, if
painting is required the result is an even better
surface protection.
coatings used separately. Research has shown

that the increase can be from 1.5 to 2.3 times the
sum of the lives of the zinc coating and the paint
system, used separately.
When superior corrosion life before first
maintenance is required, the DuraGal hot dip
galvanized coating will eliminate or considerably
reduce the cost of surface preparation and may
allow a more cost effective paint coating system to
be used, reducing the cost of your project.
The total cost of a product fabricated from a
DuraGal profile or hollow section can be
considerably less than that of other steel shapes.
There can be savings in both the cost of steel and
the cost of applying the corrosion resistant
coatings. The high tensile DuraGal shapes and
hollow sections and their structural advantages
can save steel and often dollars.
About This Guide

This guide is designed to cover, in a practical and
concise form, paint systems for a wide range of
environments, performance levels, pre-treatments
and application methods.
On pages 22 to 27 of this guide you will find the
recommended coating systems from several
leading coatings manufacturers. These coatings
manufacturers have carried out their own
evaluation for the DuraGal Family of Products

and the exposure categories listed within AS/NZS
2312:1994.
For further information on the coatings listed,
OneSteel recommends you contact the coatings
manufacturer directly to discuss the details of your
application, and obtain detailed data sheets on
surface preparation, application and safe use of
their products.
OneSteel Direct can assist you by providing the
nearest location and contact details for the
nominated coatings manufacturers listed in this
guide.
Freecall:
Freefax:
e-mail:
1800 065 415

1800 800 744
onesteeldirect@onesteel.com
By teaming the hot dip zinc coating with paint a

synergistic effect occurs, ie the corrosion life of
the duplex coating system is higher than the sum
of the corrosion lives of the zinc and the paint
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ENVIRONMENTS
Atmospheric Environments
General
The following classifies atmospheric zones in
Australia and New Zealand, which affect the
corrosion of steel and the life of a coating system.
This information was taken from Section 2 of
AS/NZS 2312:1994 (with some additions) and is
included in this publication with the permission of
Standards Australia.
When selecting an appropriate protective coating
system, the overall atmospheric conditions in the
location of the intended structure require
consideration. A structure situated in an
aggressive environment will require a much higher
standard of corrosion protection than one in a
benign environment. The environment can affect
both the steel and the paint system. Of prime
importance is the effect the environment has on
the corrosion of steel.
The effect the environment has on the life of the
paint system is also important. It should be
appreciated that corrosive environments
described do not necessarily affect coatings in the
same way as they affect bare steel. Environments
that would not be considered to be particularly
corrosive to steel, such as hot dry climates with a
high amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, can
cause early breakdown of some coatings. Tropical
environments, with high humidity, rainfall, and
which promote mould and fungal growth, are far
more aggressive to organic coatings than the
corrosion rate would suggest. Furthermore, the
colour of the paint may influence its performance
in some environments.
In addition to climatic effects, the local
environment effects (or microclimate) produced by
the erection of a structure or installation of
equipment need to be taken into account. Such
on-site factors require additional consideration
because a mildly corrosive atmosphere can be
converted into an aggressive environment by
microclimatic effects. A significant acceleration of
corrosion rate can occur in the following
circumstances:-
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(a) At locations where the metal surface remains

damp for an extended period, such as where
surfaces are not freely drained or are shaded from
sunlight.
(b) On unwashed surfaces, ie surfaces exposed
to atmospheric contaminants, notably coastal
salts, but protected from cleansing rain.
(c) Where the surface is in contact with animal
urine or faeces, prolonged intimate contact with
very slightly contaminated hay or straw will rapidly
remove the zinc coating and initiate rusting.
Other microclimatic effects which may accelerate
the corrosion of the substrate or the deterioration
of its protective coating include acidic or alkaline
fallout, industrial chemicals and solvents, airborne
fertilisers and chemicals, prevailing winds which
transport contamination, hot or cold surfaces and
surfaces exposed to abrasion and impact. These
effects can outweigh those of the macroclimatic
zones described below.
Microclimatic effects can make it very difficult, if
not impossible, to predict accurately the
aggressiveness of a given environment and a
certain amount of educated judgement is required
to assess its influence on the coating life.
Atmospheric Classifications
(a) Mild
A mild environment will corrode mild steel at a rate
of up to 10 microns per year and includes all areas
remote from the coast, industrial activity and the
tropics. Sparsely settled regions such as outback
Australia are typical examples, but the category
also includes rural communities other than those
on the coast. The only areas in New Zealand in
this category are sheltered inland areas. Corrosion
protection required for this category is minimal.
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(b) Moderate
A moderate environment will cause a first year
corrosion rate of mild steel of 10 microns to 25
microns and includes areas with light industrial
pollution or very light marine influence, or both.
Typical areas are suburbs of cities on sheltered
bays such as Melbourne, Adelaide and Hobart
(except those areas near the coast) and most
inland cities. Most of New Zealand, other than
sheltered inland areas and areas near the coast,
is in this zone.
Corrosion protection requirements are moderate
and do not call for special measures.
(c) Tropical
A tropical environment includes coastal areas of
north Queensland, Northern Territory, north-west
Western Australia, Papua New Guinea and the
Pacific Islands, except where directly affected by
salt spray. This is the only category that cannot be
delineated by the corrosion rate. Although
corrosivity is generally low in tropical regions, the
aggressiveness of the environment to organic
coatings means special protection is required.
(d) Industrial
Industrial environments will cause a first year
corrosion rate of mild steel to be greater than 25
microns and can be greater than 50 microns per
year. The only areas within this category are
around major industrial complexes. There are only
a few such regions in Australia and New Zealand,
examples of which occur around Port Pirie,
Newcastle and the geothermal areas of New
Zealand. The pollution in these areas requires that
coating systems be resistant to mild acid.
(e) Marine
Marine environments will cause a first year
corrosion rate of 25 microns to 50 microns and
include areas influenced to a moderate extent by
coastal salts. The extent of the area varies
considerably depending on factors such as winds,
topography and vegetation. For sheltered areas,
such as occur around Port Phillip Bay, it extends
from about 100m from the beach to about 1km
inland, but for most ocean front areas, such as
occur along the south-western corner of Western
Australia, the south-eastern coast of South
Australia, the New South Wales and New Zealand
coasts and the surf beach regions of Queensland,
it generally extends from about 1km from the
coast to about 10km inland and to about 50km
inland in exceptional circumstances, depending on
the conditions.
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Much of Auckland, Wellington, Perth, the Gold

Coast, Wollongong, Sydney and Newcastle are in
this zone. Significant protection is essential,
requiring a high performance coating system to
give a long life.
(f) Severe Marine
Severe marine environments have high to very
high corrosivity and will cause a one year
corrosion rate of steel to be in excess of 50
microns. In Australia and New Zealand, such
regions are found off-shore and on the coast. The
extent to which such conditions extend inland
depends on prevailing winds, extent of wave
action and marine surf and land topography, but is
generally from the beachfront to about 1km inland
along the ocean coast. Around sheltered bays, the
region extends inland about 100m. In high wind
areas, this region may extend further inland.
Special high performance coating systems are
required in this region, and it should be recognised
that salt deposition during surface preparation or
coating applications will cause significant
reduction in coating life. As far as possible,
structures for these regions should be coated offsite.
Atmospheric classifications (c) and (d) should be
considered as additive to the other classifications.
Coatings selected for an industrial site in a severe
marine environment in the tropics, for example,
should be those which are recommended in each
classification (c), (d) and (f), as far as possible.
Industrial or tropical environments will dominate a
moderate or mild environment however, and can
be considered by themselves in such cases.
Areas of special corrosivity with high to very high
corrosion rates occur underground, underwater, in
splash zones and in chemical plants. For these
areas, specific protection from the aggressive
conditions is essential. The selection of a coating
system for any of these conditions is outside the
scope of this Guide. Consult your paint company
or other expert.
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WARNINGS ABOUT ESPECIALLY HARSH
CORROSION CONDITIONS
General Warnings
Zinc is very susceptible to acid attack. Even very
weak acid solutions will remove the zinc coating
from steel very quickly resulting in rust forming
after a very short time, often in much less than
one year.
Soluble salts deposited in protected areas

combine with moisture, commonly condensation in
high humidity environments, to increase corrosion
rates through ionic transfer or to form acids that
attack the zinc. As mentioned above, accelerated
corrosion can occur even if the sections are
painted or powder coated.
Soluble salts such as chlorides, nitrates and

sulphates can form acidic salts when wet. The
moisture can come from any moisture in the air, ie
rain, dew, humidity, etc. In these circumstances
suitable painting of the zinc coated product will
dramatically increase the length of time before
rust appears.
Corrosion rates in these circumstances can be up

to 4 times greater than expected. The failure
mechanism requires the salts to be frequently
replaced with fresh material and the soluble salt
contaminated structural members to be regularly
moistened. This includes areas around frequently
open doors (and sometimes windows, ie any
openings) in generally enclosed structures.
All paints will let small amounts of liquids through

to the steel and after time corrosion will result.
Generally the more coats and thus the thicker the
paint, the longer it takes for rust to appear.
Some specific cases of general and accelerated

corrosion contamination are:-
Salt Spray Contamination

Some paints are better than others at resisting
liquid penetration. Advice should be sought from
your paint supplier or this company as to which is
the best paint for any application that falls outside
the cases listed elsewhere in this paint guide or
discussed in this section.
Salt, Acid Rain, Farming,

Animal Husbandry and Other
Corrosion Causes
Soluble salts, such as chlorides, sulphates and
nitrates deposited on steel surfaces in
combination with moisture, cause accelerated
corrosion of steel and zinc coated steel products.
These salts are deposited by marine spray, acid
rain, chemical spillage, animal urine and faeces,
farm chemical over spay, aerial fertiliser and crop
dusting over spray, other fallout from industrial
and farm operations.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS need to be taken

to protect steelwork that is exposed to salt
contamination and is not frequently washed by
rain (or regularly washed clean). Generally using
paint systems suitable for protection in severe
marine environments will be sufficient (see table
2).
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- The most commonly known salt contaminant is

salt spray from the sea, harbours, estuaries and
coastal and inland salt water lakes. Advice on
whether the surface being painted will be exposed
to a marine or severe marine environment can be
found in the "ATMOSPHERIC
CLASSIFICATIONS" section earlier in this guide.
Steel components that are not regularly washed
by rain or hosed down manually, in marine
environments, can have an accelerated corrosion
rate 4 times greater than normally exposed
components. Rain or hosing washes off the
soluble salts. For components in these severely
corrosive areas always use paint systems
recommended in this guide as suitable for severe
marine environments (see Table 2).
Some typical areas of buildings that are attacked
in this way are: - under the eaves.
- the under side of an elevated floor or verandah.
- under awnings, particularly fixed awnings.
- the underside of purlins or framework of
verandahs or covered pergolas.
- the inside of open fronted farm machinery sheds.
- any steelwork close to frequently open doors and
windows, or other openings.
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Accelerated Corrosion of Steelwork in
Contact with Animal or Bird Urine and
Faeces
Any zinc coated steelwork in contact with animal
or bird urine or faeces will need painting. The paint
systems recommended in this guide as suitable
for severe marine environments will generally be
satisfactory (see Table 2).
Even being in contact with straw or wood chip that
is used to protect animals from hard floors can
result in rapid corrosion. Common practice is to
remove soiled and wet straw or woodchips every
day, pushing the remaining old litter to the outside
of stalls possibly up against galvanized steel
framing, and replenishing the litter bed with fresh
materials. Failure of the zinc coating can occur in
as little as 12 months due to contact with
contaminated litter, even though the contamination
is not visible.
The need for painting can be eliminated by
ensuring that any sections in direct contact with
animal waste products are made from corrosion
resistant materials. A common way of achieving
this is to mount steel sections on concrete nib
walls at least 150 mm above direct contact with
the urine or faeces.
Accelerated Corrosion of the Inside of

Poorly Ventilated Animal or Bird
Shelters
Accelerated corrosion can occur in animal or bird
sheds where dust or dirt can collect in or on
purlins and girts. It is thought that gases and
vapours from urine and faeces can form acids or
increase corrosion rates through ionic transfer, in
the humid atmosphere of closed animal sheds.
The atmosphere in the sheds does not have to be
highly corrosive at all times to accelerate
corrosion.
The paint systems recommended in this guide as
suitable for severe marine environments will
generally be satisfactory (see Table 2).
Accelerated Corrosion from the Soot

from Burning Sugar Cane
A farm machinery shed in Queensland showed
red rust, on lightly galvanized sections (50 grams
per square metre zinc coating weight), in one
season. The paint systems recommended in this
guide as suitable for severe marine environments
will generally be satisfactory (see Table 2).
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Accelerated Corrosion if the Structure

is Being Regularly Dowsed with Highly
Mineralised Water from Bores or
Springs
Powder coated playground equipment showed red
rust, in less that one year, at a north western WA
sporting oval that was being irrigated every night.
The paint systems recommended in this guide as
suitable for severe marine environments will
generally be satisfactory (see Table 2).
Accelerated Corrosion of DuraGal

Sections in contact with soil or
concrete
Contact with moist acidic contaminants of any kind
will cause accelerated corrosion of zinc. The point
where DuraGal sections enter concrete footings or
are below the surface of soil which gets wet at any
time are common problem areas.
The moisture that wets the soil might be from
animal urine, condensation in humid areas, wind
blown spray near the sea or lakes, etc.
This problem is common enough for OneSteel
to recommend that all DuraGal
product/concrete junctions be painted and a
barrier coat be applied to DuraGal Products
that will be in contact with soil.
In frequently moist or marine environments use
the systems recommended in Table 2 of this
guide, for milder areas use those in Table 1.
An alternative to painting is to use epoxy or
urethane compounds, tar epoxy substitutes, such
as those suggested in the section on the
Protection of Bolts and Bolt Holes in the
Recommended Paint Systems section of this
guide.
The paint should cover the DuraGal for at least
100 mm above and below the concrete junction.
The concrete at the DuraGal/concrete junction
should be sloped to encourage any moisture to
drain away from the steel member.
To avoid contact with soil, ensure that any footings
are at least 50 mm above the soil. In acid soil
conditions, If there is any chance that the acid soil
can splash up onto the DuraGal, the DuraGal
should be painted, as above, anyway.
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Chemical Attack
Contact your paint manufacturer for suitable paint
systems for these applications.
The paint system needs to be tailored for the

precise combination of chemicals and the
concentrations used. Only in this way can an
effective, yet economical system be
recommended
THE CORROSION LIFE OF DURAGAL

Corrosion life of Unpainted DuraGal in AS/NZS 2312
Atmospheric Environments
Recommended Corrosion Protection System Options
Atmospheric
Short Term
Medium Term
Classification
2-5 Years
5-10 years
Mild
Suitable
Moderate
Suitable
Tropical*
Suitable
Industrial
Unsuitable
Marine
Suitable
Severe Marine
Unsuitable
* Not suitable when affected by salt spray
THE CORROSION LIFE OF DURAGAL

Corrosion Life of Unpainted DuraGal
The most economical way to use DuraGal is
unpainted, touching up any welds and black steel
attachments.
The corrosion life of unpainted DuraGal products
will vary depending upon the exposure conditions.
Both general environmental zones and local
factors must be considered when evaluating
corrosion life.
Some localised factors that can reduce corrosion
life are: concentration of industry, fertilisers and
insecticides, animal urine and faeces, abrasion or
impact, condensation and exposure to wind borne
salt (see previous pages for more details).
In Dry Interior and Protected Exterior

Environments
Suitable
Suitable
Suitable
Unsuitable
Unsuitable
Unsuitable
Long Term
10 - 20 yrs
Suitable
Suitable
Suitable
Unsuitable
Unsuitable
Unsuitable
Most environments are only mildly corrosive in the

absence of rain, dew, humid conditions or strong
liquid chemicals.
Conservatively, an adequate level of corrosion
protection will be achieved if DuraGal fabrications
are protected to the level set out in the appropriate
part of Table 3.
In Wet or Damp Interior Environments

These environments are generally similar to
tropical conditions in the following tables. For
detailed advice on the coating systems to use see
the appropriate part of Table 4.
In Exterior Atmospheric Environments

The table above sets out the corrosion life of
unpainted DuraGal when exposed to exterior
atmospheric conditions.
These environments are generally less corrosive

than the moderate classification in the following
tables.
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Typical Zinc Coating Weight on
DuraGal Compared with Other
Common Products
To give some guide to the corrosion life that can
be expected from DuraGal, it is helpful to compare
the typical weight of zinc applied to DuraGal with
other common in-line galvanized structural
products.
In-line Galvanized and

Production Line Products
100 to 160 g/m
Z100 Purlins
45 to 65 g/m
Sheeting, etc
Z200
Z275
90 to 120 g/m
2
125 to 165 g/m
RHS & Pipe
300 to 600 g/m
- Flat trapping the ends of the sections to seal off

the inside.
Batch Galvanized Products

(From AS/NZS 4680 Table 1)
Minimum
Section
Average
Thickness Coating Mass
Hot Rolled
1.5mm
320 g/m
Steel
> 1.5mm
390 g/m
Structurals,
3 mm
500 g/m
600 g/m
6
6mm
The thin, even hot dip zinc coating on DuraGal

makes it an entirely different product to weld than
batch hot dip galvanized steel. Normal welding
rates are readily achievable. Advice on welding
the product is available in the DuraGal Easy
Welding Guide.
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CIDECT is a world wide group of tube

manufacturers carrying out research into the
engineering performance of hollow sections and
publishing the results. A series of design guides
are available from the AISC.
Good fabrication techniques generally ensure the
sealing of the bore of structural hollow sections. If,
however, the bore is open to corrosion the bore
may need protection and we offer the following
suggestions: -
>3
A CIDECT investigation has shown that internal

corrosion in hollow sections is not significant
when they are sealed at both ends.
DuraGal
RHS and
Pipe
Protection of the Bore of

DuraGal Hollow Sections
- Seal with plugs, and if necessary, a sealing

compound.
- Use internally painted DuraGal. Typically 30
microns of Zinc Phosphate primer on an AS
1627.4 class 3 blast. This product is not
normally stocked and should be ordered from a
mill rolling.
- Coat the bore with a corrosion protectant eg : an
anti-corrosive paint; a petroleum based wax;
fish oil, etc.
Note ! The above suggestions do not
eliminate the need to get proper
design advice to meet the needs of
your particular corrosion environment.
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WHITE RUST OR ZINC STORAGE STAIN
Avoiding White Rust or Zinc
Storage Stain
Avoiding White Rust on All DuraGal

Hollow Sections and Angles 50mm x
50mm & Smaller
DuraGal products, as well as Galtube and

Tubeline Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) are given a
protective finish in the form of a zinc conversion
coating and/or polymer coatings. One purpose of
these coatings is to prevent the formation of white
rust during packing, storage and transport.
The packed product must be stored under clean,

dry and ventilated conditions. This is especially
important for smaller size hollow sections, as their
physical size and pack configuration restricts
natural ventilation.
Avoiding White Rust on DuraGal

Channels, Flats and some Angles
DuraGal Profiles, (except for angles up to and
including 50mm x 50mm), have been specifically
treated to resist white rust by the application of a
clear polymer barrier coating, typically 8 microns
thick.
This coating is designed to provide packs of
DuraGal Profiles with protection from white rust
and atmospheric corrosion, in non-marine
environments, for a period of 3 months.
If clear coated packs of DuraGal Profiles are to be
stored outside for a total of more than 3 months,
or if white rust has formed, the advice given
below, for DuraGal hollow sections, can generally
be followed with just one major modification Methylated spirits is the only
solvent that should be used to
clean clear coated DuraGal open
Profiles.
Failure to follow this advice could reduce the
adhesion, and thus the corrosion protection, of
any additional paint coatings applied to the
DuraGal sections.
Any clear coated DuraGal Profile product that has
been stored out in the elements, and is going to
exceed 3 months open air storage before being
used, should be inspected for white rust. If white
rust has formed it should be treated, dried and
then stored as described in Preventative Actions.
OneSteel cannot be held responsible for
deterioration to galvanized DuraGal Profile
products caused by unsuitable storage practices
after the product has arrived at the customer's
warehouse.
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Storage of packs of galvanized products under

covers which restrict ventilation (eg tarps) is not
recommended. Changes of temperature from day
to night may cause condensation inside the
bundles. This condensate will promote the forming
of white rust.
Packs of product stored in the open or wet product
stored anywhere will develop white rust.
OneSteels quality assurance program ensures
that dry first grade product is delivered to Steel
Distributors.
OneSteel cannot be held responsible for
deterioration to galvanized hollow section products
caused by poor transport or storage practices
after the product has arrived at the customer's
warehouse.
Preventative Actions
If it is necessary to store galvanized sections
where they will get wet, either outside or
undercover where wind driven rain or spray can
enter through a leak, or an opening like a door or
window, the product should be arranged so that
water will easily run off and all surfaces of the
sections are well ventilated. The most common
way of achieving this is to stack on non-staining
timbers, one end of the stack higher than the
other. Each row of galvanized product must be
separated by timbers, each item in each row
separated by at least 5mm from the next item and
open sections stored so that water cannot pool, ie
for DuraGal angles, stack with the toes of the
profile facing down.
A suitable non-staining timber is seasoned
dressed pine. Galvanized sections should
never be stored in contact with cardboard or other
paper products, cinders, clinkers, unseasoned
timbers, treated pine, anything even slightly acidic
(pH less than 7) or very strong alkalis (pH greater
than 12).
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Remedial Treatment
DuraGal RHS packs, and packs of angles 50mm x
50mm and smaller, that become wet should
immediately be separated. Each length should
have the bulk of any water wiped off, and then be
allowed to dry before being stored in a dry place or
being stored as recommended in the previous
section.
Very light wet storage stains (ie the surface is
smooth without significant growth of oxide layer)
do not reduce the protective properties of the
coating and can be removed by rubbing with a rag
soaked in methylated spirits.
Light white rust deposits may be removed by
blasting with clean high pressure water, or careful
abrasion with soft plastic scouring pads, followed
by rinsing with clean water or rubbing with a
kerosene or consumer grade rubbing alcohol
soaked rag. Only if these methods do not work
should steel wool or other harsh metallic scourers
be used, as they can significantly reduce the
thickness of the zinc coating and thus the
corrosion protection provided.
White rust deposits that do not respond to the
above methods may be removed by brush
blasting, wire brushing or abrasion with a metallic
scourer. The dust left on the section should be
cleaned off with water or methylated spirits. The
original bright, metallic galvanized surface cannot
be restored by these treatments and the zinc
thickness will probably be significantly reduced.
If the sections are to be painted the white rust can
be partially removed by the appropriate method
above and then completely removed by chemical
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treatment. Suggested solutions are 10% acetic

acid or proprietary solutions such as Deoxidine
624 by Henkel Australia Pty. Ltd. Henkel
recommends a dilute solution of 1 part Deoxidine
624 to 4 parts water.
WARNING !!! The above chemically treated

surfaces must be chemically neutralised or rinsed
to remove any traces of acid, and then painted
immediately, certainly within 4 hours. In particular
acetic acid treated surfaces must be carefully
rinsed and dried to ensure no soluble salts are left
on the surface. Soluble salts reduce paint
adhesion.
If removing the white rust reduces the zinc
thickness below the specified minimum, the
coating can be repaired by application of two coats
of zinc rich paint complying with AS2204 to a total
thickness of 100 microns. When colour matching
is required, Galmet DuraGal Silver paint may be
applied over the zinc rich paint.
Warning to Powder Coaters

Bubbling of the coating may occur when trying to
powder coat galvanized sections that have had
heavy white rust removed.
This can occur at any spot where you can feel
surface roughness after the white rust has been
removed. There may be a black spot in the bottom
of these holes.
This problem can often be overcome by wiping
with a weak phosphoric acid solution and then
rinsing in clean water and drying before coating.
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DuraGal
PAINTING HINTS
SURFACE PREPARATION
A clean, dry surface is essential for satisfactory
paint performance.
Degreasing
The preferred method of degreasing is to use
aqueous mild alkaline detergent cleaners with high
pressure water cleaners, water jetting or scrubbing
equipment, followed by water rinsing.
The most common method of degreasing is by
solvent washing, followed by wiping dry with clean
rags.
Warning ! - Most solvents are not suitable for
clear coated profiles. The recommended
solvent for all DuraGal products, open profiles
and hollow sections, is methylated spirits.
Wiping the tube or profile clean, after solvent
washing, is critical. If this is not carried out
thoroughly, solvent washing will simply spread any
contamination over a wider area. This method is
not seen as suitable for large areas (see clause
5.2 of AS/NZS 2312 and AS 1627.1).
Etching The Zinc Surface

If cold phosphating solutions are used, they can
damage the zinc coating if left on too long. They
should be thoroughly rinsed off with clean water to
remove all acidic residues. These preparations are
generally not recommended for use on DuraGal.
Note: Clear coated DuraGal Profiles should not be
etch primed as this may affect the polymer coat,
reducing resistance to corrosion and adhesion of
the clear coat to the zinc coating. See table 3
(page 16) for basic primers.
Paint Preparation
Carefully read the Paint Manufacturer's
"Instructions for Use" usually found on the paint
can label or product data sheet.
Manufacturer's approved solvent. Over thinning is

to be avoided as it lowers the solids content of the
paint, reduces coating thickness and may produce
runs and sags. The above applies particularly to
spray application.
Two pack paint systems must be carefully mixed
in the ratio specified by the Paint Manufacturer.
Minor variations from the recommended
component ratio can destroy the effectiveness of
the coating.
Painting Conditions
Ideally, painting should be carried out on warm,
dry days without frost or heavy dews.
As a general rule paints should not be applied
when the temperature of the surface to be painted
o
o
is below 10 C or above 50 C.
In hot weather painting on the surfaces exposed
directly to the sun may result in patchiness or
blistering because of rapid loss of solvent.
Painting, particularly of latex paints, should not be
carried out in very cold conditions as poor film
formation may result.
Conditions of very high humidity (above 85%) can
cause "blooming" (whitening) of solvent based
paints and poor adhesion of etch primers.
Paint Application
Film thickness for each coat of paint should be as
recommended by the Paint Manufacturer.
Excessively thick or thin coats can lead to poor
paint performance.
Paint Manufacturers' recommendations regarding
drying times between coats should be adhered to.
The heavy zinc powder in zinc rich paints will
rapidly settle out and frequent stirring is
necessary.
Two pack materials should not be used past the
recommended pot life. Also, mixed paint that has
exceeded its pot life should not be added to
freshly mixed material.
Paint should be thoroughly mixed before use;

either by paddle stirring or by "boxing" from one
can to another. Manual shaking of the can is
inadequate.
If thinning is necessary, use no more than the
maximum recommended quantity of the Paint
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DuraGal
Quick Drying Finishes
The fabricator of steel products often has the need
for a quick "dry to handle", one coat paint finish to
decorate his product. The following list of
Industrial Paints is offered as a basis for
discussion with the Paint Manufacturer who can
advise on the suitability of particular products.
Solvent Based Acrylic Clear Coatings

Prevent dulling of the bright DuraGal finish. Quick
drying.
Hammer and Textured Finishes

One coat Quick Drying. Camouflage surface
imperfections and minor damage.
Very Quick Drying Spraying Enamels
Very Quick Dry Lacquers
Dry to Handle 20-30 minutes.
Rapidly develop hard dry surface.
Recommended Paint Systems

The following tables (pages 15 to 22) are Design
and substitution tables for painting DuraGal
fabrications.
The design tables set out OneSteels
recommended treatment of the DuraGal surface,
welds, cut ends, drilled holes.
The substitution tables should be used if you are
already painting black steel, the design tables if
the substitution tables do not show a substitute for
your system, if you are using a paint system over
jobbing hot-dip galvanized steel or if you need to
select a system for a new project.
If you think your existing system is over specified,
using the design tables might be cost effective.
The tables attempt to set out water borne and
solvent based systems for both brush and spray
application. Economical and effective systems
could not be suggested using all water borne and
solvent based systems. The recommended
systems contained mixed systems where
necessary. In particular it was not possible to
recommend a water borne system for medium
and long term protection of the weld areas of
DuraGal fabrications and black attachments.
Corrosion Protection For

DuraGal - Powder Coating
DuraGal is a prepared surface suitable for powder
coating. See the DuraGal Powder Coating
Manual for further information.
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Painting Fabrications
Welded from DuraGal with
Black Steel Attachments
Painting the Black Steel Attachments
and welds
Black steel has a surface layer of black mill scale
(a form of oxide) which promotes rusting of the
steel under normal exterior conditions. Painting
over mill scale gives only medium term protection
at best.
For long term protection it is necessary to shot or
grit blast the steel down to a clean bright metal
surface free from mill scale before applying the
selected paint system.
It is of interest to note that an essential part of the
DuraGal zinc coating process is that the steel
surface is shot blasted and chemically cleaned to
a surface equivalent to AS 1627.4 class 3, before
the zinc coating is applied. DuraGal, as received
by the user, is therefore a zinc protected, mill
scale free steel surface immediately suitable for
coating up to the level of Long Term Protection to
AS/NZS 2312.
In considering the painting of a DuraGal/Black
Steel composite fabrication, the decision regarding
the performance required of the black steel
component is therefore important.
Where the Black Steel component is a small part
of the surface area of the total fabrication, say less
than 5%, it may be treated the same as the weld
area in a DuraGal to DuraGal fabrication.
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DuraGal
If the black steel component is 5% of the total
surface area or larger it should shot blast to AS
1
1627.4 Class 2 /2 and then painted with a system
from AS/NZS 2312 suitable for the design level of
protection required and, If the DuraGal component
of the fabrication is to be painted as well,
compatible with the DuraGal paint system
selected.
Only if it is not necessary, from a corrosion
protection stand point, to paint the DuraGal
component of the fabrication should consideration
be given to not blasting the black steel to AS
1
1627.4 class 2 /2, and then only if the fabrication is
to be exposed to the lower end of the corrosion
environment / design life to first maintenance
spectrum.
It could be more cost effective to use attachments
that have been hot dip galvanized, zinc plated or
blasted and zinc rich primed, rather than black
steel attachments.
Protection of Bolts and Bolt Holes

It is preferred that all bolts, nuts and washers used
with DuraGal Profiles and hollow Sections should
be hot dip Galvanized. Electroplated bolts, nuts
and washers are available but AS 2312 says that
they are rarely appropriate for exterior exposure
conditions.
OneSteel recommends that the bolt holes be
treated to stop rusting of the walls of the holes in
the assembled joints. In all cases it is preferable
that the bare walls of the holes be protected by a
system appropriate for the exposure conditions to
be experienced.
February 2001
The following are the recommended protection for:

a) Corrosion Environments Similar to
Atmospheric Corrosion Classifications up
to and Including AS/NZS 2312;1994 Tropical
It is preferable to prime the surface of the hole,
but at the very least, assemble the joint with
silicone sealant, in the hole, on the bolt and
under both washers.
b) Corrosion Environments Similar to
Atmospheric Corrosion Classifications up
to and Including AS/NZS 2312;1994 Severe
Marine
It is preferable to prime the surface of the hole
using epoxy primers, but at the very least,
assemble the joint with a corrosion resistant
epoxy or urethane sealant, in the hole, on the
bolt, under both washers and over the outside
of the exposed fasteners.
The sealant used must be suitable to replace a
tar epoxy system and last 25 years in a severe
marine environment. Its features should
include , but not be limited to the following :-
Must provide excellent corrosion resistance.

Provide long lasting flexibility with elasticity
and impact resistance.
Provide excellent adhesion.
Enable exceptional hold up on edges,
corners, welds, bolts, rivets, etc.
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TABLE 1
CORROSION PROTECTION FOR DURAGAL - DESIGN GUIDE

Architectural Domestic and Factory Manufactured Items
Recommended Corrosion Protection Options Suitable for Atmospheric Classifications up to and Including
For Atmospheric
Classifications up
Part
AS/NZS 2312:1994 Tropical
to & Including
PRN
to be Short Term Exterior Protection PRN Medium Term Exterior Protection PRN
Long Term Exterior
(from
2
to
5
years)
(from
5
to
10
years)
*
*
*
Protection
Tropical Painted
(from 10 to 20 years)
Finish
Using
WaterBorne
Coatings Where
Suitable
Body &
Weld
Unpainted DuraGal
Hand or power tool clean to class 1 or

1
abrasive blast to class1.
Water borne Acrylic latex zinc phosphate
primer (35 to 50 microns DFT).
Pre- Prep 2 coats of acrylic latex gloss (each coat 35 to
5
50 microns DFT).
Weld
Unpainted DuraGal
11
21
Hand or power tool clean to class 1 or abrasive

1
blast to class 1.
5
Epoxy mastic (150 to 200 micron DFT).
or
Power tool clean to class 2, or abrasive blast to
1 1
class 2 /2
Chlorinated rubber zinc phos. primer (65 to 85
microns DFT).
2 coats of chlorinated rubber gloss (each coat
5
35 to 50 microns DFT).
Unpainted DuraGal
32

1
abrasive blast to class 1.
Epoxy mastic (200 to 250 micron
4,5
DFT).
32
?
25
Finish
Using Mainly
Body &
Weld
Unpainted DuraGal
Unpainted DuraGal
Unpainted DuraGal

1
1
1
blast to class 1.
abrasive blast to class1.
5
5 Epoxy mastic (150 to 200 micron DFT).
Galvanized iron primer (30microns DFT).
32 Epoxy mastic (200 to 250 micron
4,5
2 coats of alkyd gloss (each coat 35 to 50
DFT).
or
Coatings
Pre- Prep microns DFT). 5
20 Power tool clean to class 2, or abrasive blast to
1 1
class 2 /2
or
Epoxy zinc phosphate primer ( 35 to 50
6 Chlorinated rubber zinc phos. primer (35 to 50
?
microns DFT).
microns DFT).
2 coats of Galmet DuraGal Silver Paint (each
2 coats of chlorinated rubber gloss (each coat
25
5
35 to 50 Microns DFT).
35 to 50 microns DFT).
Notes!! Additional protection is required for DuraGal in Marine and Industrial classifications where the surface is not washed by rain, ie under eaves or horizontal faces
of members. Painting as specified in the next highest option is recommended.
Solvent
Based
Weld
32
* PRN - paint reference number (see Appendix C of AS/NZS 2312 :1994.) 4 If this weld touch-up is applied in two coats, ie base coat & the second coat which is the body coat, each coat should
? There is no PRN number in AS/NZS 2312 for a chlorinated rubber primer.
be 150 to 200 microns DFT to ensure suitable coalescence of the spray droplets & thus minimise pin holes.
1 Refer to AS 1627 Parts 2,4,5,7 or 9 for surface preparation
5 To colur match the DuraGal finish overcoat with an aluminium pigmented paint. Galmet DuraGal Silver is generally
suitable.
This guide has been prepared by OneSteel in conjunction with SSL. Whilst every care was taken with the preparation of this guide, OneSteel accepts no liability for the accuracy of the information supplied
February 2001
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TABLE 2

Architectural Domestic and Factory Manufactured Items
Recommended Corrosion Protection Options Suitable for Atmospheric Classifications up to and Including
For Atmospheric
Part
AS/NZS 2312:1994 Marine (Those suitable for Severe Marine denoted 2)
Classifications up
to & Including
PRN
PRN Long Term Exterior Protection PRN
to be
Short Term Exterior
Medium Term Exterior
*
*
*
Protection
Protection
Marine Painted
(from 2 to 5 years)
(Some suitable for

severe marine)
Finish
Using
WaterBorne
Coatings Where
Suitable
Body &
Weld
Clean & degrease with mild alkaline

degreaser or methylated spirits.
2 coats of flat, satin or gloss acrylic
self priming emulsion (each 30 to 40
3
microns DFT).
nd
2 coat optional depending on
location and colour

1
Weld Epoxy mastic (150 to 200 micron
2
Pre- Prep
DFT).
Finish Galvanized iron primer (30 microns
Body &
DFT).
Weld
2 coats of alkyd enamel (each 35 to
2
50 microns DFT).
nd
2 coat optional depending on
location and colour
1
Weld Epoxy mastic (150 to 200 micron
2
Pre- Prep
DFT).

21 Water bourne 2-pack epoxy ZP primer (35 to
50 microns DFT).
MIO water bourne epoxy (100 To 125
microns DFT).
If a finish colour is required, 1or 2 coats of a
water based self priming acrylic (each 30 to
2
40 microns DFT).
1
2
21
32
Clean & degrease with mild alkaline degreaser

or methylated spirits.
Water bourne 2-pack epoxy ZP primer (35 to 50
microns DFT).
MIO water bourne epoxy (100 To 125 microns
DFT).
If a finish colour is required, 1or 2 coats of a
water based self priming acrylic (each 30 to 40
microns DFT).
1
blast to class 1.
Epoxy mastic. (150 to 200 micron DFT)
6
13
21
32
Clean & degrease with mild alkaline degreaser

or methylated spirits.
6
10
6 2-pack epoxy system (125 to 150 microns DFT).
Using Mainly
2 coats of a 2-pack acrylic or polyurethane gloss 33 or
2
26
20
33 or (each 40 to 50 microns DFT).
26 (check with your paint supplier for suitability of
their system over DuraGal & DuraGal Profile
Coatings
surfaces.)
1
1
blast to class 1.
2
32
or
1 1
Abrasive blast to class 2 /2
2,4
Epoxy mastic (225 to 300 microns DFT).
32
Notes !! Additional protection is required for DuraGal in Marine and Industrial classifications where the surface is not washed by rain, ie under eaves or horizontal faces of
members. Painting as specified in the next highest option is recommended.
Solvent
Based
*
?
1
2

2-pack epoxy system (35 to 50 microns
DFT).
2 coats of a 2-pack acrylic or polyurethane
2
gloss (each 40 to 50 microns DFT).
PRN - paint reference number (see Appendix C of AS/NZS 2312 :1994.)

There is no PRN number in AS/NZS 2312 for a chlorinated rubber primer.
Refer to AS 1627 Parts 2,4,5,7 or 9 for surface preparation.
These systems suitable for use in AS/NZS 2312:1994 Severe Marine atmospheric
classisifications (see table 3.1 AS/ NZS 2312)
3 Not suitable for severe marine exposure to AS/NZS 2312. To be acceptable for this exposure level a
water based acrylic latex (galvanized iron) primer should be applied prior to the finish coats.
4 If this weld touch-up is applied in two coats, ie base coat & the second coat which is the body coat,
each coat should be 150 to 200 microns DFT to ensure suitable coalescence of the spray droplets &
thus minimise pin holes.
This guide has been prepared by OneSteel in conjunction with SSL. Whilst every care was taken with the preparation of this guide, OneSteel accepts no liability for the accuracy of the information supplied.
February 2001
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TABLE 3
Using
Part to
be
Painted
Point of Sale Decoration for Factory Manufactured PRN Protection for Dry Mild Internal Environments PRN
*
*
Items
in Buildings
Finish
Clean & degrease with mild alkaline degreaser or methylated spirits.

2 coats of acrylic latex gloss. (each coat 35 to 50 microns DFT)
Water-Borne
Body &
Weld
Coatings Where
Suitable
Weld
Finish
Solvent
Based Coatings
Body &
Weld
or
11
20
Unpainted DuraGal
Hand or power tool clean to class 1 or abrasive blast to class1.

Water borne Acrylic latex zinc phos. primer . (35 to 50 microns DFT)
Clean & degrease with mild alkaline degreaser or methylated spirits.
Galvanized iron primer (30 microns DFT)
2 coats of alkyd enamel gloss. (each coat 35 to 50 microns DFT)
Pre- Prep
11
21
Nothing or dress to improve appearance.
Weld
Unpainted DuraGal
Water borne Acrylic latex zinc phosphate primer . (35 to 50 microns
DFT)
5
2 coats of acrylic latex gloss. (each coat 35 to 50 microns DFT)
Nothing or dress to improve appearance.
Pre- Prep
Using Mainly
21
or
Hand or power tool clean to class 1 or abrasive blast to class 1.

Galvanized iron primer (30 microns DFT)
5
2 coats of alkyd enamel gloss. (each coat 35 to 50 microns DFT)
5
20
TABLE 4

Protection for Wet Internal Environments in Buildings
Part to
be
Painted
Using
WaterBorne
Solvent
Based
Protection for Harsh Wet Internal Environments in Buildings

(Atmosphere includes salt, chlorine &/or other acidic chemicals)
Short Term
Protection
Medium Term
Protection
Long Term
Protection
Short Term
Protection
Medium Term
Protection
Long Term
Protection
(2 to 5 years)
(5 to 10 years)
(10 to 15 years)
(2 to 5 years)
(5 to 10 years)
(10 to 15 years)
Finish
Body &
Weld
Coatings
Weld
Where Suitable Pre- Prep
Using Mainly
(no salt, chlorine or other acidic chemicals)
Finish
Body &
Weld
To achieve suitable protection for this environment,

Use the AS/NZS 2312 recommended corrosion systems
suitable for atmospheric classifications up to Tropical see Table 1
To achieve suitable protection for this environment,

Use the AS/NZS 2312 recommended corrosion systems
suitable for atmospheric classifications up to Severe Marine - see
Table 2
Weld
Coatings
Pre- Prep
Notes!! Additional protection is required for DuraGal in Marine and Industrial classifications where the surface is not washed by rain, ie under eaves or horizontal faces of
members. Painting as specified in the next highest option is recommended.
* PRN - paint reference number (see Appendix C of AS/NZS 2312 :1994.)
? There is no PRN number in AS/NZS 2312 for a chlorinated rubber primer.
1 Refer to AS 1627 Parts 2,4,5,7 or 9 for surface preparation
4 If this weld touch-up is applied in two coats, ie base coat & the second coat which is the body coat, each coat
should be 150 to 200 microns DFT to ensure suitable coalescence of the spray droplets & thus minimise pin holes.
5 To colur match the DuraGal finish overcoat with an aluminium pigmented paint. Galmet DuraGal Silver is generally
suitable.
This guide has been prepared by OneSteel in conjunction with SSL. Whilst every care was taken with the preparation of this guide, OneSteel accepts no liability for the accuracy of the information supplied.
February 2001
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CORROSION PROTECTION FOR DURAGAL - SUBSTITUTION TABLE

Selected Paint System for Black Steel
PRN
*
AS 2312
System
Ref. No.
Hand or Power Tool Clean, Class 1.

Alkyd Primer (35 to 50 microns DFT)
SP1 - A

Epoxy Mastic (100 to 125 microns DFT)
32
SP3 - A

Alkyd U/coat (35 to 50 microns DFT)
Alkyd Gloss (35 to 50 microns DFT)
Part to
be
Painted
Body
Weld
Body
Weld
Body
5
18
20
SP4 - A
Weld

2 coats of Alkyd Gloss (each 35 to 50
microns DFT)
Body
5
20
20
SP5 - A
Weld

2 Coats of Acrylic Gloss Latex (Each 35
to 50 microns DFT)
Body
5
21
SP5 - D
Weld
Abrasive Blast, Class 2 /2.

Inorganic Zinc Silicate (65 to 75 Microns
DFT)
Body
1
MP1 - A
Weld
Recommended Equivalent Corrosion

PRN
Protection System for DuraGal
*
Unpainted DuraGal
1
Hand or power tool clean, class 1.
Chlorinated Rubber or Solvent Based Vinyl Zinc
3,4
Phosphate Primer (35 to 50 microns DFT)
4
Unpainted DuraGal
1
3,4
DuraGal, Solvent Cleaned with Clean Rag
1
Alkyd Undercoat (35 to 50 microns DFT)
3,
1
2 Coats of Alkyd Gloss (Each 35 to 50 microns
DFT)
Phosphate Primer (35 to 50 microns DFT
2 Coats of Acrylic Latex Gloss (Each 35 to 50
microns DFT)
1
2 Coats of Acrylic Latex Gloss (Each 35 to 50
microns DFT)
?,7
32
?,7
20
?,7
18
20
?,7
20
?,7
20
?,7
21
?,7
21
32

5
32
Notes !! Additional protection is required for Unpainted DuraGal in Marine and Industrial classifications where
the surface is not washed by rain, ie under eaves or horizontal faces of members. Painting as specified
in the next highest option is recommended.
*
?
1
2

There is no PRN number in AS/NZS 2312 for a Chlorinated rubber primer.
If the weld area needs to be colour matched with the DuraGal finish, use an aluminium pigmented coating of the paint type listed.
Galmet DuraGal Silver paint is generally suitable as an additional coat applied to the above systems .
3 Where a decorative finish is required on the Duragal body, apply one or two coats of gloss acrylic latex. Where maximum resistance to
wear, abrasion or general chemical attack is required apply finish coats of two pack polyurethane. DuraGal must not be "white rusted"
and will also require solvent cleaning with clean rags before application of the decorative coating. "White rust " must be mechanically
or chemically removed before solvent cleaning and painting. See the DuraGal painting guide for more information on surface
preparation.
4 If this weld touch-up is applied in two coats, ie base coat & the second coat which is the body coat, each coat should be 150 to 200
microns DFT to ensure suitable coalescence of the spray droplets & thus minimise pin holes.
This guide has been prepared by OneSteel. Whilst every care was taken with the preparation of this guide, OneSteel accepts no liability for the accuracy of the information supplied.
February 2001
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CORROSION PROTECTION FOR DURAGAL - SUBSTITUTION TABLE Continued

Selected Paint System for Black Steel
PRN
*
AS
2312
System
Ref. No.
13
MP1 - C

High-Build Epoxy (200 to 250 Microns DFT)
Part to
be
Painted
Body
Weld

Inorganic Zinc Silicate (65 to 75 microns
DFT)
2 Coats of Acrylic Latex (Each 35 to 50
Microns DFT)
21
Weld
Body
1
MP3 - A
7
20
Weld

DFT)
Two-Pack Epoxy Gloss (40 to 50 Microns
DFT)
MP2 - A

Inorganic Zinc Silicate (65 to 75 Microns
DFT)
Vinyl Primer (25 to 35 Microns DFT)
Alkyd Gloss (35 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
Body
1
Body
1
13
MP5 - A
24
Weld

DFT)
Two-Pack Acrylic Gloss (40 to 50 Microns
DFT)
Body
1
13
33
MP5 - B
Weld
Recommended Equivalent
Corrosion Protection System
for DuraGal
1
Microns DFT)
1
5
Microns DFT)
1
5
Epoxy mastic (200 to 250 microns DFT)
DFT)
1
5
DFT)
DFT)
1
5
DFT)
PRN
*
13
32
13
32
21
32
21
32
20
32
20
32
13
24
32
13
24
32
13
33
32
13
33
Notes!! Additional protection is required for Unpainted DuraGal in Marine and Industrial classifications where
*
?
1
2

preparation.
February 2001
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Selected Paint System for Black
PRN
AS 2312
Steel
*

Inorganic Zinc Silicate (65 to
75 microns DFT)
High-Build Epoxy (100 to 125
Microns DFT)
Two-Pack Polyurethane Gloss
(40 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
System
Ref. No.
Body
1
13
MP5 - D
Weld
26

Two-Pack Epoxy Primer (35
to 50 microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Two-Pack Epoxy Gloss (40 to
50 Microns DFT)
1
1
to 50 microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Two-Pack Acrylic Gloss (40 to
50 Microns DFT)
1
1
to 50 microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Hand or Power Tool Clean,
Class 1, or abrasive Blast
1
Class 1.
Epoxy Mastic (125 to 175
microns DFT)
Part to
be
Painted
Body
6
MP5 - I
13
Weld
24
Body
6
MP5 - J
13
Weld
33
Body
6
MP5 - K
13
Weld
26
Body

Two-Pack Polyurethane Gloss (40 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
5
Two-Pack Epoxy Gloss (40 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
Two-Pack Epoxy Gloss (40 to 50 Microns DFT)
Two-Pack Acrylic Gloss (40 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
1
PRN
*
32
13
26
32
13
26
13
24
32
13
24
13
33
32
13
33
13
26
32
13
26
32
MP8 - A
32
Weld

32
*
?
1
2

preparation.
February 2001
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PRN
AS 2312
Steel
*

75 microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
1
System
Ref. No.
Body
1
13
MP9 - A

85 microns DFT)
2 Coats of High-Build Epoxy
(Each 100 to 125 Microns
DFT)
Body
LP1 - A
13
Weld
Body
6
LP1 - I
Weld
13
Body
1
13
LP2 - A

85 microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Weld
Abrasive Blast, Class 2 /2 or

1
acid pickle.
to 75 Microns DFT)
2 Coats of High-Build Epoxy /
MIO (Each 100 to 125
Microns DFT)
1
1
85 microns DFT)
High-Build Epoxy / MIO (175
to 200 Microns DFT)
Part to
be
Painted
Weld
Body
1
13
LP2 - C
Weld

1
Epoxy Mastic (200 to 250 microns DFT)5
2 coats of High-Build Epoxy (Each 250 to 300 Microns
DFT)
1
1
Class 2 /2 Blast the Weld
2 coats of High-Build Epoxy (Each 100 to 125 Microns
DFT)
2 Coats of High-Build Epoxy / MIO (Each 100 to 125
Microns DFT)
1
1
2 Coats of High-Build Epoxy / MIO (Each 100 to 125
Microns DFT)
High-Build Epoxy / MIO (175 to 200 Microns DFT)
1
1
High-Build Epoxy / MIO (175 to 200 Microns DFT)
1
1
PRN
*
32
13
32
13
32
13
32
13
13
32
13
32
13
32
13
32
13
32
13
? There is no PRN number in AS/NZS 2312 for a Chlorinated rubber primer.
1 Refer to AS 1627 Parts 2,4,5,7 or 9 for surface preparation.
2 If the weld area needs to be colour matched with the DuraGal finish, use an aluminium pigmented coating of the paint type listed.
preparation.
February 2001
Page 20

PRN
AS 2312
Steel
*

Inorganic Zinc Silicate (70 to 85
microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Acrylic Latex (35 to 50 Microns
DFT)
1
Body
1
LP4 - A
13
Weld
21

microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Two-Pack Acrylic Gloss (40 to
50 Microns DFT)
1
System
Ref. No.
Body
1
LP6 - A
13
Weld
33

microns DFT)
Microns DFT)
Part to
be
Painted
Body
1
LP6 - B
13
Weld
26

PRN
*

Acrylic Latex (35 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
1
Acrylic Latex (35 to 50 Microns DFT)
1
1
1
1
32
13
21
32
13
21
32
13
33
32
13
33
32
13
26
32
13
26
? There is no PRN number in AS/NZS 2312 for a Chlorinated rubber primer.
1 Refer to AS 1627 Parts 2,4,5,7 or 9 for surface preparation.
2 If the weld area needs to be colour matched with the DuraGal finish, use an aluminium pigmented coating of the paint type listed.
preparation.
February 2001
Page 21
Coating Systems for DuraGal Profiles and Hollow Sections

for AS/NZS 2312:1994 Exposures
The coatings manufacturers listed on the following pages have carried out their own evaluation for the DuraGal Family of
Products and the atmospheric exposure categories listed within AS/NZS 2312:1994.
For further information on the coatings listed, OneSteel recommends you contact the coatings manufacturer directly to discuss
the details of your application, and obtain detailed data sheets on surface preparation, application and safe use of their
products.
OneSteel Direct can assist you by providing the nearest location and contact details for the nominated coatings manufacturers
listed in this guide.
OneSteel Direct
Freecall:
Freefax:
1800 065 415

1800 800 744
e-mail: onesteeldirect@onesteel.com
February 2001
Page 22
Coating Systems for DuraGal Profiles and Hollow Sections for AS/NZS 2312:1994 Exposures
Akzo Nobel
Surface Preparation: Refer to manufacturer's data sheets.
Note1: For specifications refer to Akzo Nobel personnel
Note2: Please refer to manufacturer's data sheets for detailed information on safety requirements, application and paint properties.
AS/NZS 2312
Weld Coat
DFT
Primer
DFT
Intermediate Coat
DFT
Exposure
and cut edges micron
micron
micron
Mild *
Short Term
Interzinc 352
30
Interprime 741
10
Medium Term
Interzinc 352
50
Interprime 741
10
Long Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Moderate *
Short Term
Interzinc 352
30
Interprime 741
10
Interlac 645
50
Medium Term
Interzinc 352
30
Intergard 269
40
Interplus 356
75
Long Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Interplus 356
75
Tropical *
Short Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Medium Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Interplus 356
75
Long Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Interplus 356
75
Industrial
Short Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Medium Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Long Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Marine
Short Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Medium Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Long Term
Interzinc 42
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Severe marine
Short Term
Interzinc 52
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
125
Medium Term
Interzinc 52
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
200
Long Term
Interzinc 52
50
Intergard 269
40
Integard 475 HS
200
* Coatings generally not required for these atmospheric exposures - refer to the table on page 7 of this guide.
Top Coat
DFT
Total film
micron thickness
Coating System Type
Interlac 645
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
50
75
75
60
85
115
Vinyl/Alkyd
Vinyl/Two pack acrylic
Epoxy/Two pack acrylic
Interlac 645
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
50
75
75
110
190
190
Vinyl/Alkyd
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
75
75
75
115
190
190

Interfine 629
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
75
75
75
240
240
240

Interfine 629
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
75
75
75
240
240
240

Interfine 629
Interfine 629
Interfine 629
75
75
75
240
315
315

This publication has been prepared by OneSteel Market Mills, an operating business of Tubemakers of Australia Limited ABN 50 007 519 646. Please note that the specifications are subject to change without
notice and to ensure accuracy users of this publication are requested to check the information to satisfy themselves and not to rely on the information without doing so. Unless required by law, the company
cannot accept any responsibility for any loss, damage, or consequence resulting from use of this publication. This brochure is not an offer to trade and shall not form part of the trading terms in any transaction.
Issue February 2001
February 2001
Page 23
Ameron Coatings
Note1: For additional corrosion protection of DuraGal sections without barrier polymer coating, an application of Ameron Multietch 302 may be beneficial. Contact Ameron for details.
AS/NZS 2312
Weld Coat and DFT
First Coat
DFT
Second Coat
DFT
Third
micron
Exposure
cut edges
micron
micron
Coat
Mild *
Short Term
Zinc rich 311
50
Amercoat 148K
50
Amercoat 5401
50
Medium Term
Zinc rich 311
50
Amercoat 148K
50
Amercoat 5401
50
Long Term
Zinc rich 311
50
Amercoat 148K
50
Amercoat 5401
50
Moderate *
Short Term
Zinc rich 311
50
Amercoat 148K
50
Amercoat 5401
100
Medium Term
Zinc rich 311
50
Amercoat 148K
50
Amercoat 5401
100
Long Term
Zinc rich 311
50
Ameron 783
25
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Tropical *
Short Term
Amercoat 68K 25-50
Ameron 783
25
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Medium Term
Amercoat 68K 25-50 Amercoat CC24
75
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Long Term
Amercoat 68K 25-50 Amercoat CC24 100-125 Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Industrial
Short Term
75
Ameron Iso Free 977
50-75
Medium Term
75
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Long Term
125
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Marine
Short Term
75
Ameron Iso Free 977
50
Medium Term
100
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Long Term
125
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Severe Marine
Short Term
125
Ameron Iso Free 977
75
Medium Term
Amercoat 68K 25-50 Ferroclad EX316
125
Ferroclad EX316
125
Long Term
Amercoat 68K 25-50 Ferroclad EX316
125
Ferroclad EX316
125
* Coatings generally not required for these atmospheric exposures refer to the table on page 7 of this guide.
DFT
micron
Total DFT
micron
Coating System Type
100
100
100
Galv iron primer/Gen purpose enamel

150
150
100

Modified resin primer/Two pack acrylic
100
150
175-200
Modified resin primer/Two pack acrylic

Two pack epoxy/Two pack acrylic
125-150
150
200

125
175
200

200
250
250

Micaceous iron oxide epoxy
Micaceous iron oxide epoxy
This publication has been prepared by OneSteel Market Mills, an operating business of Tubemakers of Australia Limited ABN 50 007 519 646. Please note that the specifications are subject to change without
notice and to ensure accuracy users of this publication are requested to check the information to satisfy themselves and not to rely on the information without doing so. Unless required by law, the company
cannot acept any responsibility for any loss, damage, or consequence resulting from use of this publication. This brochure is not an offer to trade and shall not form part of the trading terms in any transaction.
Issue February 2001
February 2001
Page 24
Dulux
( Dulux, an Orica business)
Surface Preparation: Refer to manufacturer's data sheets. Any welds or cut edges should be power or hand tool cleaned to AS1627.7 Class2
Note1: For specifications refer to Orica personnel
AS/NZS 2312
Weld Coat
DFT
First Coat
DFT
Second Coat
DFT
Third Coat
Exposure
and cut edges micron
micron
micron
Mild *
Short Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Gal Iron Primer
20-25
Weathershield X10
25-35
Medium Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Gal Iron Primer
20-25
Weathershield X10
25-35
Long Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Duremax GPE 100-150
Luxathane
50-60
Moderate *
Short Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Duremax GPE 100-150
Luxathane
50-60
Medium Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Duremax GPE 100-150
Luxathane
50-60
Long Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Durebild STE
150-200
Luxathane
50-60
Tropical *
Short Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Duremax GPE 100-150
Luxathane
50-60
Medium Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Durebild STE
150-200
Luxathane
50-60
Long Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Durebild STE
150-200
Luxathane
50-60
Industrial
Short Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Durebild STE
150-200
Luxathane
50-60
Medium Term
Zinc Rich 1P
50-60
Durebild STE
150-200
Luxathane
50-60
Long Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
150-200 Weathermax HBR
80-120
Marine
Short Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
80-120
Medium Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
80-120
Long Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
80-120
Severe marine
Short Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
80-120
Medium Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
80-120
Long Term
Zincanode 402
75
Durebild STE
80-120
DFT
Total DFT
micron
micron
Coating System Type
45-60
45-60
150-210
Galvanised Iron Primer/ Acrylic

Galvanised Iron Primer/ Acrylic
Epoxy/urethane
150-210
150-210
200-260
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
150-210
200-260
200-260
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
200-260
200-260
230-320
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
230-320
230-320
230-320
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
230-320
230-320
230-320
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
Epoxy/urethane
This publication has been prepared by OneSteel Market Mills, an operating business of Tubemakers of Australia Limited ABN 50 007 519 646. Please note that the specifications are subject to change
without notice and to ensure accuracy users of this publication are requested to check the information to satisfy themselves and not to rely on the information without doing so. Unless required by law, the
company cannot accept any responsibility for any loss, damage, or consequence resulting from use of this publication. This brochure is not an offer to trade and shall not form part of the trading terms in any
transaction. Issue February 2001
February 2001
Page 25
Jotun
Note1: Contact Jotun Personnel for coating specifications
AS/NZS 2312
Weld Coat
DFT
First Coat
DFT
Second Coat
DFT
Third Coat
Exposure
and cut edges
micron
micron
micron
Mild *
Short Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Medium Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Long Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Moderate *
Short Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Medium Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Long Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Tropical *
Short Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Medium Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Long Term
Penguard Special
50
Penguard Special
50
Jotacote 371
40
Industrial
Short Term
Jotacote 605
75
Jotacote 605
100
Medium Term
Penguard Special
75
Penguard Special
75
Jotacote 371
40
Long Term
Jotacote 605
100
Jotacote 605
100
Jotacote 371
40
Marine
Short Term
Jotacote 605
75
Jotacote 605
100
Medium Term
Penguard HB
75
Penguard HB
75
Jotacote 371
40
Long Term
Penguard Special
75
Penguard Special
75
Hardtop AS
40
Severe marine
Short Term
Jotamastic 87
100
Jotamastic 87
150
Medium Term
Penguard Special
75
Penguard Special
100
Imperite 300
40
Long Term
Jotacote 605
100
Jotacote 605
150
Imperite 300
40
DFT
micron
Total DFT
micron
Coating System Type
90
90
90
Epoxy/Catalysed Acrylic
90
90
90
90
90
90
100
115
140
Epoxy
100
115
115
Epoxy
Epoxy/Polyurethane
150
140
190
Epoxy Mastic
Epoxy/Polyurethane
Epoxy/Polyurethane
This publication has been prepared by OneSteel Market Mills, an operating business of Tubemakers of Australia Limited ABN 50 007 519 646. Please note that the specifications are subject to change
without notice and to ensure accuracy users of this publication are requested to check the information to satisfy themselves and not to rely on the information without doing so. Unless required by law, the
company cannot accept any responsibility for any loss, damage, or consequence resulting from use of this publication. This brochure is not an offer to trade and shall not form part of the trading terms in any
transaction. Issue February 2001
February 2001
Page 26
Wattyl Protective Coatings

Note1: For specifications refer to Wattyl personnel
AS/NZS 2312
Exposure
Weld Coat &

cut edges
DFT
micron
First Coat
DFT
micron
Intermediate Coat
DFT
Topcoat
Coating System Type
micron
Total
DFT
micron
Killrust Gloss Enamel*

Paracryl IFC*
Paracryl IFC*
35
50
50
100
125
175
Single pack
Two pack epoxy/catalysed acrylic

Paracryl IFC*
Paracryl IFC*
35
50
50
100
125
175
Single pack

Paracryl IFC*
Paracryl IFC*
35
50
50
100
125
175
Single pack
Killrust Gloss Enamel

Paracryl IFC
Paracryl IFC
35
50
50
100
125
175
Single pack
Paracryl IFC
Paracryl IFC
Paracryl IFC
50
50
50
125
125
175

Paracryl IFC
Paracryl IFC
Paracryl IFC
50
50
50
175
200
250

micron
Mild *
Short Term
Galvit E90 LV
50
Killrust Gal Iron Primer*
30
35
Medium Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer*
75
Long Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer*
50
Sigmacover CM*
75
Moderate *
Short Term
Galvit EP100
50
30
35
Medium Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer*
75
Long Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer*
50
Sigmacover CM*
75
Tropical *
Short Term
Galvit EP100
50
30
35
Medium Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer*
75
Long Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer*
50
Sigmacover CM*
75
Industrial
Short Term
Galvit EP100
50
Killrust Gal Iron Primer
30
Killrust Gloss enamel
35
Medium Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
75
Long Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
50
Sigmacover CM
75
Marine
Short Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
75
Medium Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
75
Long Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
50
Sigmacover CM
75
Severe marine
Short Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
50
Sigmacover CM
75
Medium Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
50
Sigmacover CM
100
Long Term
Galvit EP100
50
Sigma EP Primer
50
Sigmacover CM
150
DFT
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ensure accuracy users of this publication are requested to check the information to satisfy themselves and not to rely on the information without doing so. Unless required by law, the company cannot accept any
responsibility for any loss, damage, or consequence resulting from use of this publication. This brochure is not an offer to trade and shall not form part of the trading terms in any transaction. Issue February 2001
February 2001-03-01
Page 27
ONESTEEL MARKET MILLS

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
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Please note that the specifications and technical data are subject to change without notice and to ensure accuracy users of this publication are requested to check the information to satisfy
themselves and not to rely on the information without first doing so. Unless required by law, the company cannot accept any responsibility for any loss, damage or consequence resulting from
the use of this publication. Photographs shown are representative only of typical applications, current at February 2001. Issue 1 February 2001.
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TECHNICAL

DURAGAL EASY PAINTING &

Warnings About Especially Harsh Corrosion Conditions

The Corrosion Life of DuraGal

White Rust or Zinc Storage Stain

Recommended Paint Systems

Extending the DuraGal Family of Products .

Architecturally Decorative Finish

coatings used separately. Research has shown

About This Guide

evaluation for the DuraGal Family of Products

1800 065 415

By teaming the hot dip zinc coating with paint a

(a) At locations where the metal surface remains

Much of Auckland, Wellington, Perth, the Gold

Soluble salts deposited in protected areas

Soluble salts such as chlorides, nitrates and

Corrosion rates in these circumstances can be up

All paints will let small amounts of liquids through

Some specific cases of general and accelerated

Salt Spray Contamination

Salt, Acid Rain, Farming,

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS need to be taken

- The most commonly known salt contaminant is

Accelerated Corrosion of the Inside of

Accelerated Corrosion from the Soot

Accelerated Corrosion if the Structure

Accelerated Corrosion of DuraGal

The paint system needs to be tailored for the

THE CORROSION LIFE OF DURAGAL

THE CORROSION LIFE OF DURAGAL

In Dry Interior and Protected Exterior

Most environments are only mildly corrosive in the

In Wet or Damp Interior Environments

In Exterior Atmospheric Environments

These environments are generally less corrosive

In-line Galvanized and

RHS & Pipe

300 to 600 g/m

- Flat trapping the ends of the sections to seal off

Batch Galvanized Products

The thin, even hot dip zinc coating on DuraGal

CIDECT is a world wide group of tube

A CIDECT investigation has shown that internal

Protection of the Bore of

- Seal with plugs, and if necessary, a sealing

Avoiding White Rust on All DuraGal

DuraGal products, as well as Galtube and

The packed product must be stored under clean,

Avoiding White Rust on DuraGal

Storage of packs of galvanized products under

treatment. Suggested solutions are 10% acetic

WARNING !!! The above chemically treated

Warning to Powder Coaters

Etching The Zinc Surface

Manufacturer's approved solvent. Over thinning is

Paint should be thoroughly mixed before use;

Solvent Based Acrylic Clear Coatings

Hammer and Textured Finishes

Very Quick Drying Spraying Enamels