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AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2023/Technical Committee 04 Transportation Meeting

  • 1.  AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2023/Technical Committee 04 Transportation Meeting

    Posted 01-23-2023 03:07 PM
    Edited by Antonios Serdenes 01-23-2023 03:12 PM
    Below is the agenda for our meeting at the AMPP annual conference.

    Technical Committee 04 Transportation Meeting Agenda

    AMPP Conference, Denver, CO

    Thursday, 3/23/23, 1:00 – 3:00 MST

    Agenda

    1. Introduction of attendees (In-person & Virtual)
    2. Welcome comments
    3. Presentation along with Q&A (45 Minutes)
      1. Presentation: Blotter Test – ASTM D4285/SSPC SP-1 Solvent Cleaning and the Usage of Paint Sticks and Wax Pencils
      2. Presenter: Dontrae Walls, Trades Business Foreman, Huntington Ingalls Industries
      3. Presentation Abstract: The presenter during the first half of their presentation will discuss the ASTM standard for blotter testing and what the requirements are for this procedure vs what has been observed in the field. The second half of the presentation will focus on surface preparation with respect to SSPC SP -1 Solvent Cleaning and the effects that markers such as paint sticks and wax pencils have on that process. This will be an interactive presentation with the audience.
    4. Updates from each TCI Manager (Bridge, Marine, Rail, Regulatory, Concrete, and Construction)
    5. TPC Infrastructure Insurance Task Force update
    6. Open discussion on current issues, and new and upcoming technologies that affect each of our TCI's and what role could AMPP play in support of future products, programs, and services.


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    Tony Serdenes
    GPI
    Chair TC 04 Transportation
    tserdenes@gpinet.com
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