Normas Atp

SSPC-SP 1 November 1, 1982 Editorial Changes September 1, 2000

SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings

SURFACE PREPARATION SPECIFICATION NO. 1
Solvent Cleaning
1. Scope
1.1 Thisspecification covers the requirements for the solvent cleaning of steel surfaces. 4.1.5 Emulsion or alkaline cleaners may be used in place of the methods described. After treatment, wash the surface with freshwater or steam to remove detrimental residues. 4.1.6 Steam clean, using detergents or cleaners and follow by steam or fresh water wash to remove detrimental residues.

2. Definition
2.1 Solventcleaning is a method for removing all visible oil, grease, soil, drawing and cutting compounds, and other soluble contaminants from steel surfaces. 2.2 It is intended that solvent cleaning be used priorto the application of paint and in conjunction with surface preparation methods specified for the removal of rust, mill scale, or paint.

5. Inspection
5.1 All work and materials supplied underthis specification shall subject to timely inspection by the purchaser be or his authorized representative. The contractor shall correct such work or replace such material as is found defective underthis specification. In case of dispute the arbitration or settlement procedure established in the procurement documents, if any, shall be followed. If no arbitration or settlement procedure isestablished, the procedure specified by the American Arbitration Association shall be used. 5.2 The procurement documents covering work or purchase should establish the responsibility for testing and for anyrequired affidavit certifying full compliance with the specification.
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3. Surface Preparation Before andAfter Solvent Cleaning
3.1 Prior tosolvent cleaning, remove foreign matter (other than grease and oil) by one or a combination of the following: brush with stiff fiber or wire brushes, abrade, scrape, or clean with solutions of appropriate...