NACE SP0297-2012 PDF Download

NACE SP0297-2012 is a standard practice that offers guidance on maintenance painting programs for electrical substation apparatus, with a specific focus on flow coating of transformer radiators. It covers various aspects of the maintenance painting process, including surface preparation, coating selection, application, inspection, safety protocols, and considerations for hazardous waste management. The standard also includes an appendix with a sample painting specification for reference and another appendix that addresses the minimum safe working distances for alternating current.

The goal of this standard is to ensure that proper engineering and implementation of maintenance painting programs are followed in order to maintain the integrity and performance of electrical substation apparatus. It provides recommendations and requirements for contractors involved in the painting process, emphasizing the importance of proper surface preparation, suitable coating selection, and adherence to safety guidelines. This standard is maintained by Task Group (TG) 457, indicating ongoing efforts to update and improve the practices and recommendations outlined in the document.