Coatings and corrosion control engineering

GRIT has a wealth of knowledge and experience in industrial coatings and corrosion protection. Working closely with our network of trusted and highly skilled suppliers, contractors and technical experts, we provide fit-for-purpose corrosion control solutions that deliver maximum economic, operational and ESG benefits. 

We deliver complete solutions that encompass design and material selection, protective coating selection, scope preparation, contractor selection and quality control. With a focus on fact-based risk management, our solutions are tailored to suit your needs in terms of detail, capital investment and risk level, as well as compliance requirements. 

We offer complete transparency around our testing, analysis and recommendations. Clearly demonstrating where our information comes from, and explaining why we propose the solutions we do, allows you to make fully informed decisions about asset management. 

GRIT’s coatings and corrosion control engineering services include: 

• Condition inspection, assessment and modelling services for tanks, concrete and steel structures, equipment susceptible to CUI corrosion risk, stress corrosion cracking, concrete spalling, dew point corrosion or any other process-related corrosion risks. 

• Specifications for corrosion prevention in accordance with NZ standards, building code requirements or asset owner’s objectives. 

• Process equipment and industrial coatings including fireproofing, thermal spray coatings, internal hydrocarbon, water and other storage tanks, industrial process equipment liners and rubber liners. 

• Preparing work scopes for protective coating works, engaging trusted contractors and issuing work scopes. 

• Preparing and managing quality control documentation to minimise chances of premature failures, while balancing costs. 

• Providing independent third-party coatings inspection services. 

• Investigation and failure analysis, insurance and litigation reports, and expert witness support for legal proceedings.