Hard Skills
IntermediateCoating Thickness MeasurementThe ability to accurately measure wet film thickness (WFT) and dry film thickness (DFT) using manual or electronic gauges to ensure specifications are met.
AdvancedSurface Preparation Standard EvaluationKnowledge and application of international standards like SSPC or ISO 8501 to verify the cleanliness and profile of metal surfaces before coating.
IntermediateAdhesion TestingPerforming destructive or non-destructive tests such as cross-hatch or pull-off tests to determine the bond strength between the paint and the substrate.
IntermediateTechnical Documentation and ReportingAccurately recording environmental conditions, batch numbers, equipment settings, and inspection findings in digital or physical logs.
IntermediateSpectrophotometry and Color MatchingUtilizing color measurement instruments to ensure the paint color matches the master standard within specified Delta E tolerances.
BasicEnvironmental Condition MonitoringMeasuring and recording dew point, relative humidity, and air temperature to ensure application occurs within the manufacturer's specified window.