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humidity variations within the station. Coating systems
tubes, venturi meters, magnetic and ultrasonic flow
will consist of adequate surface preparation, and the
meters.
application of prime and finish coats using compatible
materials as recommended by the coatings
Paints and protective coatings. The use of
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manufacturer. All pumps and equipment will receive
paints and protective coatings at wastewater pumping
protective coatings in conformance with the
stations will be in accordance with Water Pollution
manufacturer's recommendations. All ferrous materials
Control Federation (WPCF) Manual of Practice No. 17.
including galvanized surfaces will be protected.
A thorough investigation will be made in the design of
Particular care will be taken to protect welds and threads
protective coating systems. Paint materials selected will
at connections. Package type stations will be shipped to
be appropriate for the types of surfaces being protected,
the construction site with factory applied paints and
both submerged and nonsubmerged. Coating systems
coatings sufficient for the required service.
will be designed to resist corrosion from the wastes
being handled, and from gases and vapors present,
taking into consideration the expected temperature and
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