Code of practice for protective coating of iron and steel structures against corrosion (AMD 4443) (AMD 7898) (Superseded but remains current and is cited in Building Regulations)

BS 5493:1977

British Standards Institution
Code of practice for protective coating of iron and steel structures against corrosion (AMD 4443) (AMD 7898) (Superseded but remains current and is cited in Building Regulations) Download document

Document Status

Replaced, remains current

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

BS

Abstract

Provides guidance on the protective coating of iron and steel structures against corrosion. Looks at how to specify a chosen protective system, how to ensure its correct application and how to maintain it. Does not include specific recommendations for ships, vehicles, offshore platforms, specialized chemical equipment, cladding materials, plastics coatings, cement-mortar linings or weathering steels.

History

Superseded by Parts 1 to 8 of BS EN ISO 12944 and BS EN ISO 14713:1999. This document is superseded but remains current and is cited in Building Regulations. Confirmed March 2021.

ISBN

0580095657

Subjects

  • Building structure
  • Steel building systems/frame
  • Building systems/frame
  • Steel protection

Publisher History

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