Reference profile
- Designation
- AMPP / NACE / SSPC
- Title
- Surface Preparation and Protective Coating Standards
- Issuing body
- AMPP
- Current edition
- [verify]
- Status
- Library record: reviewed; official standard status [verify].
- Category
- Material & Fabrication
1
Overview
Combined AMPP (formerly NACE and SSPC) standards for surface preparation and protective coatings.
2
Scope & Applicability
Covers
- Blast cleaning grades (SP)
- Coating application
- Inspection
- Holiday/DFT testing
Does NOT cover (exclusions)
- Exclusions are not documented in this library record. Confirm the official publication, neighbouring codes, the adopted edition, and jurisdictional boundaries before application.
3
Key Requirements
Lifecycle requirements
- Surface preparation specification
- Coating inspection
4
Technical Details
Combined AMPP (formerly NACE and SSPC) standards for surface preparation and protective coatings.
Components: Surface prep grade, Blast cleaning, Coating system, Holiday test.
Where to find it in the codeRefer to the official table of contents and the sections cited by the project specification; section numbering can vary by edition.
5
Engineering Notes
- SSPC-SP surface prep grades and NACE coating practices are widely cited in coating specs.
6
Related Standards
- ISO 12944
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
- ASTM D4541
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
7
Source, Edition & Status
- Publisher
- AMPP
- Edition Year
- N/A
- Industries
- Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, General Industry
- Content Status
- reviewed
- Last Reviewed
- 2026-07-01
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-01
- Verified By
- Engineering Reviewer
- Official Link
- N/A
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