Built to Last: Why Industrial Coatings Matter
- Arena Insights
- May 3
- 2 min read
Updated: May 23

The Costly Toll of Corrosion
Industrial systems like refineries and pipelines are constantly exposed to intense, high-pressure environments. Over time, exposure to moisture, chemicals, and harsh weather can lead to gradual corrosion of metal surfaces. This is not just a cosmetic concern, as corrosion has a significant economic impact, consuming about 3–4% of the world’s GDP (over $2.5 trillion annually). However, implementing effective corrosion control strategies, including the use of industrial coatings can reduce these losses, with experts estimating 15–35% in potential savings through improved corrosion management.
Protective Coatings: Your Infrastructure’s Shield
From pipelines to giant storage tanks, protective coatings act as a critical shield that keeps steel and concrete from rusting or degrading. These specialized paints (e.g.,often epoxies, polyurethanes, or zinc-rich primers)form a durable barrier that shields materials from corrosion and environmental wear. When coatings fail, the results can be serious: pitting, leaks, and potential environmental hazards. The EPA warns that even small corrosion breaches can result in significant contamination. That’s why regulators enforce corrosion protection, especially on fuel storage tanks and pipelines. Similarly, OSHA enforces strict safety standards for abrasive blasting and coating application to ensure worker protection. Ultimately, industrial coatings are not just about appearance, they are essential for safety, compliance, and long-term asset protection.
Arena Painting’s Certified Expertise
Protecting high-value infrastructure is a job for trained professionals. Arena Painting’s team brings decades of experience taking on complex, high-stakes industrial coating projects in refineries, water treatment plants, and chemical facilities. Our workforce includes SSPC-certified Coating Applicator Specialists, OSHA 10- and 30-hour trained employees, and skilled operators qualified for pipeline work. We operate under strict safety protocols, including confined space entry, fall protection, respiratory protection, to ensure work is done safely and in full compliance with regulations. Equally important is our commitment to quality execution: we emphasize thorough surface preparation to ensure new coatings bond properly. Depending on the project’s environment, we apply high-performance systems:
Epoxies for chemical resistance
Polyurethanes for UV durability
Zinc-rich primers for advanced rust protection
With our certified expertise and methodical approach, Arena Painting delivers industrial coatings built to last.
Long-Term Value and Trust
Investing in quality industrial coatings provides measurable returns.. Well-protected infrastructure lasts longer, requires few repairs, and contributes to safer, more reliable operations. By partnering with certified professionals, like Arena Painting, clients ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards, while also gaining confidence that the job will be done right the first time. Our team combines technical expertise with a commitment to quality and precision. We understand the demands of industrial environments and deliver results that perform over time. For high-performance coatings that protect your infrastructure and ensure long-term value, trust Arena Painting.

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