When water asset managers and city water authorities strategically plan infrastructure for water storage, selecting the right water tank or tower substrate types becomes a pivotal decision. Concrete and steel are the primary materials of choice for storing city water. Each has inherent advantages and drawbacks, which significantly affect:These conditions matter most to decision-makers, empowering them […]
By Brent Phillips
Agricultural water tanks play a vital role in U.S. agribusiness, ensuring a steady supply of water for agronomic purposes for crops, livestock, and produce handling. For large corporate operators, the question isn’t just about maximizing longevity—it’s also about compliance and water safety. With evolving federal standards and a competitive operational landscape, understanding whether protective coatings […]
By Brent Phillips
As water utility professionals, maintenance workers, engineers, and rural water system operators, your role in fixing a water tower leak that originates from the bottom is time-critical. It involves contacting and scheduling a team of specialized repair professionals who are certified to repair water towers using specialized techniques and strict adherence to industry regulations, particularly […]
Surface preparation is the foundation of durable, compliant coatings for potable water storage tanks. Sandblasting vs. water blasting are two leading surface preparation methods, each with unique benefits and challenges. In rural municipalities, the stakes are exceptionally high. Proper surface prep prevents corrosion, ensures safe drinking water, and aligns with strict regulatory demands for protective […]
By Brent Phillips
Water towers are iconic features of rural American landscapes, often massive structures that loom over the skylines of small towns and countryside. Have you ever wondered why so many communities choose to paint their water towers and tanks blue? The answer is rooted in both tradition and strict regulatory compliance, especially when it comes to […]
By Brent Phillips
Ensuring regulatory compliance for potable water systems is crucial for public health, particularly in rural municipalities where infrastructure challenges are prevalent. Protective coatings serve as essential barriers against contamination, corrosion, and leaching in water storage tanks and distribution pipelines. This blog explores the evolving regulatory landscape, compliance hurdles, and solutions for rural water systems.The Regulatory […]
The water tank industry is undergoing a digital transformation, especially in the realm of protective coatings for water tanks. As municipalities and facility managers face increasing pressures to ensure water quality, extend asset life, and control costs, digital solutions are emerging as powerful tools. These tools empower professionals, such as Cunningham Sandblasting & Painting Co., […]
By Brent Phillips
As industries face increasingly unpredictable and severe weather patterns, the demand for robust protective coatings has never been greater. Recent advancements in materials science and engineering are setting new benchmarks for durability, adaptability, and longevity in protective coatings, ensuring critical infrastructure and equipment can withstand the harshest environments.1. Advanced Material Science: Transition Metal DichalcogenidesOne of […]
By Brent Phillips
As municipalities across the country strive to meet their sustainability goals and reduce environmental impact, the focus on infrastructure maintenance is shifting. Innovation significantly protects municipal water towers, as the industry moves toward renewable, bio-based protective coatings. These advancements safeguard vital water assets and align with municipal green initiatives.Shifting Toward a Sustainable InfrastructureTraditionally, water towers […]
By Brent Phillips
Water infrastructure—pipelines, storage tanks, and treatment plants—faces relentless challenges from corrosion, leaks, and environmental wear. Traditional coatings offer protection, but damage can quickly compromise their integrity. Enter the innovative self-healing coatings: a breakthrough technology poised to revolutionize how we maintain and extend the life of our water systems.What Are Self-Healing Coatings?Self-healing coatings are advanced materials […]
