Reference profile
- Designation
- ISO 12944
- Title
- Corrosion Protection of Steel Structures by Protective Paint Systems
- Issuing body
- ISO
- Current edition
- [verify]
- Status
- Library record: reviewed; official standard status [verify].
- Category
- Material & Fabrication
1
Overview
Standard series for protecting steel structures from corrosion using protective paint systems by environment.
2
Scope & Applicability
Covers
- Corrosivity categories (C1–CX)
- Paint systems
- Durability ranges
- Surface preparation
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
- Coating system selection
- Painting specification
4
Technical Details
Standard series for protecting steel structures from corrosion using protective paint systems by environment.
Components: Corrosivity category, Paint system, DFT, Surface preparation.
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
- Selects paint systems by corrosivity category and required durability (low/medium/high).
6
Related Standards
- AMPP / NACE / SSPC
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
- ASTM D3359
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
7
Source, Edition & Status
- Publisher
- ISO
- 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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