DeFelsko
Dealer Webinar Series

Dry film thickness (DFT) or coating thickness is arguably the single most important measurement made during the application and inspection of protective coatings. Coatings are designed to perform their intended function when applied within the DFT range specified by the manufacturer. Even the most basic specification will require DFT to be measured. In this webinar, learn about DeFelsko’s full range of coating thickness instruments, including:

• The rugged, fully electronic PosiTector 6000 coating thickness gage designed to use both magnetic and eddy current principles to measure coating thickness on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, accurately and quickly
• The PosiTest DFT for measuring coatings on all metal substrates with uncompromising DeFelsko quality at an economical price‍
• PosiTest F/FM/G/GM (banana gage) and PosiPen, magnetic pull-off coating thickness gages for the non-destructive measurement of non-magnetic coatings (paint, galvanizing, plating, etc.) on steel
  

Surface Profile

No matter what method your customer uses to create surface profile, it is vital to ensure the correct surface profile height prior to painting. If the profile is too low, the paint may fail to adhere; while if the profile is too high, the paint may fail to fully coat the surface. In addition to profile height, emerging research indicates that another variable- Peak Density- may be important, or even more important than peak height. In this webinar, learn about:

• Whether the PosiTector SPG Surface Profile Gage, a depth micrometer fitted with a fine-pointed probe, or the PosiTector RTR Replica Tape Reader are more appropriate for your customer's application
• How to use Testex™ Press-O-Film™ Replica Tape
• Other applications for the PosiTector SPG, including the PosiTector SPG CS for measuring non-skid coatings and the PosiTector SPG TS for measuring concrete profile
• SmartBatch™ and other methods of conforming with ASTM D4417
• Peak Density- the next big advancement in surface profile measurement

Environmental Conditions

Environmental conditions during surface preparation and application of a coating system are major factors affecting the long-term performance of coatings on steel structures. Meters can be used to monitor environmental conditions before, during, and after painting. Ideal for surface preparation as required by ISO8502-4, an electronic Dew Point Meter determines the likelihood of dew forming on structures which are being painted. In this webinar, learn about:

• Features of the PosiTector DPM Dew Point Meter and selecting the most suitable model for your customer’s application
• Sensor acclimation and proper storage
• How to use the world’s only wireless data logger conforming to ISO 8502-4, ASTM D3276, SSPC-PA7, and others – PosiTector DPM L Dew Point Meter Logger
• Non-contact surface temperature measurement with the PosiTector IRT Infrared Thermometer

DeFelsko now manufactures three of the most modern, easy-to-use, and durable options for detecting pinholes and flaws in coatings: the PosiTest LPD Low voltage Pinhole Detector, the PosiTest HHD Pulsed DC High voltage Holiday Detector, and the NEW PosiTest HHD C Continuous DC High Voltage Holiday Detector. In this webinar, learn about:

• The NEW PosiTest HHD C Continuous DC High Voltage Holiday Detector
• When to use a high voltage versus a low voltage detector
• The unique set of accessories that make the PosiTest LPD adaptable to nearly any application
• The world's first holiday detector that can be used in either a 'stick' or 'wand' configuration
• The importance of using a calibrated holiday detector

Coating Thickness on Non-Metals

An overview of how to non-destructively measure coatings over wood, concrete, plastic, and more using the PosiTector 200 Ultrasonic Coating Thickness Gage. In this webinar, learn about:

• How to measure the total thickness of a coating system or up to 3 individual layer thicknesses in a multi-layer system
• How to use Max Thick Mode — displays the deepest ultrasonic echo eliminating the need to adjust the Lo Range — ideal for ignoring unwanted surface echos
• How SSPC-PA 9 modes help users comply with standards by prompting for min/max specifications, displaying the necessary readings, and automatically calculating statistics with a pass/fail result

Concrete Moisture

An overview of the PosiTest CMM Concrete Moisture Meter and PosiTector CMM IS Concrete Moisture Meter In-Situ probes and free mobile app for guiding users through the ASTM F2170 documentation criteria. In this webinar, learn about:

• How to measure moisture content in conformance with ASTM F2659
• How to measure and report relative humidity (RH) and temperature in concrete floor slabs in conformance with ASTM F2170
• The benefits of fully reusable Smart Probes
• How to download readings using the PosiTector App or PosiTector Advanced gage
  

Ultrasonic Wall Thickness

Since the introduction of the PosiTector UTG Ultrasonic Thickness Gage, DeFelsko has refined and expanded its line of wall thickness gages to include multiple-echo, low-frequency, and precision models. Each version includes advanced features at a fraction of the price of competitive instruments. In this webinar, learn about:

• How multiple-echo probes eliminate the impact of coatings on wall thickness measurements
• One-handed operation with the new PosiTector UTG CA probe
• Xtreme™ durability of the new PosiTector UTG CX probe
• Measuring cast metals and other challenging applications using the new PosiTector UTG CLF low-frequency probe
• Taking precise measurements of thin walls using the new PosiTector UTG P
  

Salt and Dust Contamination

Surface contamination from soluble salts and dust from residual blast media are major factors affecting the long-term performance of coatings on steel surfaces. Before the application of protective coatings, substrates must be thoroughly inspected for the presence of surface contaminants. The PosiTector SST Soluble Salt Tester by DeFelsko is the simple, durable, and accurate way to measure salt contamination in accordance with the Bresle method. The PosiTest DT Dust Tape Test assesses the quantity and size of dust particles on blast cleaned surfaces. Optional spring-loaded Dust Tape Roller available to apply constant force as recommended by ISO 8502-3. In this webinar, learn about:

• Measuring the concentration of soluble salts (salt contamination) on metal surfaces in accordance with ISO 8502-6/9 – the Bresle method
• Easy 1-2-3 gage interface that walks users through the process
• Available Bresle method patch options including the revolutionary PosiPatch
• Assesses the quantity and size of dust particles on blast cleaned surfaces in accordance with ISO 8502-3

Gloss

Measuring gloss during the manufacturing process can help identify process issues—maximizing consistency and improving overall quality. An important part of QA/QC programs, gloss measurement contributes to improved manufacturing efficiency.

• How to use 2 Powerful Scan Modes for quantifying large surfaces
• Differential Mode automatically calculates the difference between the current reading and a stored reference value
• Includes PosiSoft Software for viewing and reporting data

Uncured Powder Thickness

In order to achieve optimum performance characteristics such as color, hardness, and adhesion, powder coating manufacturers recommend a target thickness range. Coating thickness is often measured after the powder has been cured. However, it is possible and many times more desirable to determine if applied powder is within thickness specifications prior to curing, reducing costly rework. In this webinar, learn about:

• DeFelsko's solutions for measuring uncured powder in accordance with ASTM D7378
• Features of the newly redesigned PosiTest PC Powder Checker to non-destructively measure uncured powder coatings using ultrasonic technology
• How to quickly and easily measure the predicted cured thickness, right out of the box

Oven Profile

During the powder coating process, the applied powder coating must be exposed to elevated temperatures for a predetermined amount of time to cure properly. To control the curing process, frequent oven profiling is required. The new PosiTest OTL Oven Temperature Logger is ideal for measuring and recording oven temperature profiles during curing. Simultaneously measure up to 6 different temperatures at a time to help minimize rework and energy costs. In this webinar, learn about:

• The simple, easy-to-use design of the PosiTest OTL Oven Temperature Logger
• Integration with PosiSoft Desktop, DeFelsko's free powerful desktop software (PC/Mac) for downloading, viewing, printing, and storing measurement data
• Whether the PosiTest OTL Kit or PosiTest OTL XT Kit, featuring an enhanced holder with heatsink for greater endurance at high temperatures, is more appropriate for your customer's application

Adhesion‍

Nearly 20 years ago, DeFelsko revolutionized the practice of adhesion testing with it's economical, accurate, and easy-to-use PosiTest AT Adhesion Tester. Today, after years of continuous improvement, the PosiTest AT-A and PosiTest AT-M remain the industry standard in adhesion testing. Our PosiTest CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester determines a coating's ability to resist separation from a substrate when a lattice pattern is cut into the coating in accordance with ISO 2409 and ASTM D3359. In this webinar, learn about:

• Design features that make the PosiTest AT Series unique
• Whether to score the coating prior to performing the test
• Recording the nature of the fracture to comply with ASTM D4541 and other standards
• The PosiTest CH Cross Hatch Adhesion Tester and cross hatch adhesion testing
• The variety of models including ASTM C1583-compliant kits for measuring concrete overlays and BS:EN 12004-2-compliant kits for measuring tile adhesion

Hardness

DeFelsko offers handheld digital hardness tests in compliance with two different recognized hardness scales: Shore and Barcol. Our PosiTector SHD Shore Hardness Durometer is available in both Shore A and Shore D scales to measure the indentation hardness of non-metallic materials. The PosiTector BHI Barcol Hardness Impressor is ideal for measuring the indentation hardness of soft metals, harder plastics and fiber-reinforced plastics. The PosiTest PT Pencil Hardness Test determines the film hardness by pencil test (Wolff-Wilborn) in accordance with ISO 15184 and ASTM D3363. In this portion, learn about:

• PosiTector SHD for Shore hardness applications
• PosiTector BHI for Barcol hardness applications
• PosiTest PT for Pencil Hardness applications
• When to use Barcol versus Shore hardness instruments
• Various industries and applications where hardness measurement is important
  

Reporting of measurement data is an increasingly common practice to ensure that each job has been accurately documented and that project guidelines have been met. DeFelsko's powerful suite of software makes record keeping, reporting, and analysis of data easier than ever. In this webinar, learn about:

• How to download readings using PosiSoft USB, a simple gage interface to retrieve data in a manner similar to a flash drive
• PosiSoft Desktop — Powerful desktop software for downloading, viewing, printing, and storing measurement data
• PosiTector Mobile Application for iOS and Android that connects to the PosiTector Advanced gages, PosiTector SmartLink, and PosiTest AT-A Adhesion Testers
• PosiSoft.net — backups and synchronizes jobs, batches, readings and report templates to the cloud, and synchronizes across multiple computers