FBE Application & Inspection: Common Challenges and How to Avoid Them
FBE coating failures start with surface prep, preheat, and cure. Five common mistakes and how to avoid them.
5 Reasons to Present at the AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2026
Step into the spotlight at AMPP 2026. Share your real-world insights, grow your career, and help shape the future of materials protection by submitting an abstract by July 28.
Understanding Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI): Causes, Detection, and Prevention
CORROSION UNDER INSULATION · ASSET INTEGRITY Corrosion under insulation (CUI) is corrosion that develops beneath thermal insulation on piping, vessels, and other equipment. Because the insulation hides the metal surface, damage can progress unnoticed until wall loss, pitting, coating failure, or other integrity
Accelerate Your Career: 7 Ways AMPP Membership Drives Professional Growth in Materials Protection
Discover how AMPP membership enhances your professional growth in materials protection through exclusive networking, certifications, career tools, and leadership opportunities.
Extending Wastewater System Service Life with Polymer-Based Coatings
Discover how polymer-based coatings protect wastewater systems from corrosion, reduce maintenance, and extend infrastructure service life.
Celebrating the Future of Our Industry
Celebrate the future of corrosion control with EMERG! Meet the talented 2025 scholarship and award recipients honored at AMPP’s annual conference.
Exploring Corrosion Careers: 5 In-Demand Roles in Materials Protection
Explore high-demand corrosion careers across oil & gas, infrastructure, and energy. Learn how to get started with AMPP certifications and training.
Preventing Corrosion in Storage Tanks
Discover expert strategies to prevent corrosion in storage tanks, including ceramic coatings, epoxy linings, and targeted epoxy repairs, enhancing safety, compliance, and asset longevity.
Maximize Your AMPP Experience: Pro Tips for First-Time Attendees
Attending AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2025 for the first time? Get expert tips on planning, networking, exploring exhibits, and making the most of your experience in Nashville. Learn how to maximize your time and connect with industry leaders!
The Journey to Becoming a Protective Coatings Specialist: Skills, Certification, and Career Growth
PROTECTIVE COATINGS · PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION The AMPP Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS) certification is designed for experienced protective-coatings professionals whose work involves coating-system selection, specifications, project planning, failure analysis, and broader coatings project management. Earning the credential involves meeting eligibility requirements, completing required education,