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Shapco Printing Chimney Looks Like New Again!

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 12:00:40 +0000

TMI Coatings recently repaired and coated a 6’ wide x 38’ high brick chimney for Shapco Printing in Minneapolis, MN which is located blocks from the new Twins stadium. After relocating all vehicles to avoid damage from any possible overspray, we removed any loose, disbonded bricks on the top of the chimney. The team tuckpointed the areas that were missing mortar. After routing out any loose, disbonded mortar, we replaced those areas with new mortar.

After the repairs to the chimney were complete, we applied a two-coat system to the entire area. The first coat is a chalky surface primer followed by a top coat of an elastomeric waterproof coating. With the coating completed the final step was to install the Shapco logo and the letters in their name to each side of the chimney.

Completed Chimney Repair and Re-Coating at Shapco Printing

The TMI Coatings Team

TMI Coatings is an Approved Installer for Cargill’s SafeLane Product

admin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 14:08:10 +0000

TMI Coatings, Inc. has teamed up with Cargill Deicing Technology and is an approved installer for their SafeLane® surface overlay product .

The SafeLane® HDX product is a surface overlay designed for increased safety and infrastructure protection. This two-coat polymer epoxy significantly reduces ice and frost formation on surfaces while protecting infrastructure from corrosion and chloride intrusion. the SafeLane® technology creates an anti-skid surface that helps prevent slips and falls. SafeLane® overlay helps prevent slippery conditions by storing and releasing anti-icing liquids.

The SafeLane® CA-48 product offers the same benefits as the traditional SafeLane® in a 50% smaller profile for use on sidewalks, parking decks, parking ramps, and pedestrian walkways.

SafeLane® surface overlay has a proven track record and, in most cases, installation can be completed in one day. The SafeLane® products complement the current TMI product line and allow TMI to offer even more advanced products to their customer base. Many of the TMI jobs are parking decks, flooring and outdoor areas and the SafeLane® product is the perfect solution for increased safety and surfaces that are more durable.

Tracy Gliori, CEO of TMI Coatings, is pleased to offer their customers SafeLane® surface overlay, with the reputation of Cargill Deicing Technology and the experience of TMI Coatings, as a solution for reducing ice or frost formation.

TMI Coatings Team

TMI’s CHEM-RESIST Solves Slippery Entryway Problem

admin — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:55:04 +0000

A correctional facility in the Midwest was experiencing problems with their entryway floors and stairwells in one of the buildings housing their inmates. Snow, water and mud tracked into the entryways resulted in making these areas extremely slippery. They looked to TMI Coatings for a solution.

Our TMI team applied a traffic deck coating with aggregate incorporated for a slip resistant finish. After preparing the existing surfaces, the team applied CHEM-RESIST Traffic Deck Coating over the existing terrazzo. Because the correctional facility is highly secure, TMI worked with the facility staff and developed a schedule to accommodate the facility; we were able to complete the work during weekend evenings.

The evaluation received from the facility was excellent in all categories and included the following comment regarding TMI’s work for them.

“Your company has excellent staff at all levels and we have already made recommendations to other state facilities”.

TMI Coatings Team

North Dakota Co-Op Facility Now Has a Roof as Good as New

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 19:20:26 +0000

TMI Coatings recently completed roof coating work at a Co-Op facility in North Dakota. The roof areas were leaking, corroding and in need of repair.

The team began by pressure washing the roof and abrading rusty areas using stiff bristle brooms. When the prep was complete, the project team applied a urethane elastomer coating around all seams and penetrations to provide a watertight seal. The team then coated the entire roof with a premium grade asphalt based aluminum roofing material, comprised of asphaltic oils, fiber reinforcement and aluminum pigment. The coating reflects heat and prevents corrosion. TMI provided a long term leakproof and rustproof warranty on this job.

When asked to provide feedback on the job, the customer said, “Crew was prompt and tidy and explained what they were going to do and what to do after their completion. Thank you.”

TMI Coatings Contains Dust and Restores Two Tanks

admin — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 15:31:58 +0000

TMI Coatings was contracted to prepare interior and exterior surfaces of two tanks and the structural steel frames around the tanks. Our customer had concerns about dust and paint chips traveling to adjacent rooms. We used poly to section off areas to reduce this risk and installed ground covering.

The TMI team mechanically abraded the tanks and structural steel using hand-held grinders with vacuum attachments to minimize the dust. We then installed a black urethane elastomer lining, which is suitable for CIP and cooling tower water, on the interior of the tanks. Finally, we applied an epoxy on the exterior of the tanks and on the structural steel.

The project team was able to successfully complete the project within a very tight time frame to comply with the owner’s schedule.

The TMI Coatings Team

Fiberglass Coatings Can Solve a Problem with Peeling or Flaking Paint!

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:00:51 +0000

Is peeling or flaking paint an issue at your plant? Do you have wet environments where areas have been painted and repainted and the paint will not adhere? A Wisconsin food processing plant has been dealing with these issues and wanted a solution to their ever present peeling paint problems.

You may be familiar with applying FIBERLIFE coatings to concrete walls, but the TMI FIBERLIFE product is also a feasible solution for steel food plant equipment and steel columns. TMI FIBERLIFE, which is a fiberglass coating with an epoxy resin, can withstand constant wash downs in a wet and humid environment.

TMI Coatings pressure washed and prepared numerous columns and structural steel beams to remove loose and flaking paint. We then applied TMI FIBERLIFE to the columns, I-beams and structural steel. Now, the food processing facility will not have to deal with peeling and flaking paint and having to repaint this equipment on a yearly basis.

The TMI Coatings Team

Leaking Water into a Electrical Control Room Resolved by TMI Coatings

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:00:01 +0000

A Minnesota college was encountering water problems with water leaking into their building and flooding an electrical control room located in the basement. The water was penetrating through the concrete slab located next to the building and through the brick building wall.

The TMI Coatings team applied a traffic deck coating to the raised concrete platform, which gave the platform a waterproof seal. Aggregate was incorporated into the coating to create a non-slip surface for safety. Additionally, TMI caulked around the windows and window wells of the building and where the concrete platform and side of the building came together.

This solution eliminated leaking water and gave the college staff the peace of mind the electrical equipment would not become wet. See their review of the TMI team’s work on the evaluation card below.

If you have areas where water problems or leaking has caused issues, please contact TMI Coatings at 1-800-328-0229 or visit our website for a no obligation quote.

The TMI Coatings Team

Mississippi River Conveyor Project

admin — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:42:04 +0000

While on site completing restoration and coating of silos and a head house at a grain facility in Iowa, TMI Coatings prepared and coated a conveyor over the Mississippi River, including the catwalk, structural walkway, staircase, bents, tower and barge load out spout.

The existing paint on the conveyor contained lead so TMI had to comply with Iowa & OSHA regulations. TMI installed ground containment on the land areas and arranged for a barge and man lift for in order to safely access the structure and contain paint chips to prevent them from entering the water.

For this structure, TMI applied an epoxy rust-inhibitive metal primer followed by a quality aliphatic polyurethane paint coating material suitable for industrial environments. TMI uses this process repeatedly with excellent success on conveyors, legs, distributors and various other steel substrates.

Repairing and Restoring Fiberglass Domes

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:54:56 +0000

TMI Coating’s crews are experienced with repairing and restoring fiberglass domes to return them to their original luster.

UV ray weathering can cause fiberglass to deteriorate over time. We clean the structure with high pressure washers to thoroughly remove mold, dirt and mildew. TMI’s crews can repair holes with fiberglass patching and gel coating to restore voids. After repairs are complete, we apply a gel coat to all exposed surfaces (in any color) for a refreshed appearance.

If you’re looking for an experienced contractor to efficiently handle your fiberglass needs, give us a call. TMI Coatings began doing coating work in 1985 and our own field crews perform the work in a safe and professional manner.

Work completed by the TMI Coatings Team:

An Industrial Painting Project Completed by TMI Coatings

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 14:20:04 +0000

After the prep work was complete, TMI Coatings applied a primer/sealer coat to concrete silos 64’ long x 54’ wide x 110’ tall and a head house 140’ in the air at a grain facility. The primer/sealer coat soaks into the concrete to promote adhesion of subsequent coats. TMI elected to apply an elastomeric coating to the silos and head house instead of regular paint. Elastomeric coatings are waterproof and resist wind-driven rain due to their flexibility. Large projects specified with an elastomeric coating come with a 5 year labor and material warranty guaranteeing the coating will not chip, peel or flake.

TMI also coated the silo and head house roofs. After removing the existing roofing by pressure washing, scraping, grinding and sandblasting, TMI repaired splits, blisters and punctures on the roof. The next step was applying an asphalt-based urethane elastomer roofing system. Applying this in a heavy-duty thick film manner provides a seamless, monolithic membrane. Aggregate incorporated into the roofing system provides slip resistance.

Here are pictures of the project: