PPG SIGMASHIELD 880: High-Performance Protection for Pertamina Refinery Infrastructure

Project: Pertamina Refinery Unit V
Location: Indonesia
Coating System: PPG SIGMASHIELD 880
Application: Fender structure protection

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Project Requirements

Protective coating projects within refinery and marine environments present demanding performance requirements.

At Pertamina Refinery Unit V, the fender structure featured tight spaces and complex geometry, creating challenges for both coating application and long-term asset protection.

The specification needed to address corrosion, abrasion and seawater exposure while also supporting an efficient application programme.

Coating Solution

PPG SIGMASHIELD 880 was selected for the project.

The high-performance coating was chosen for its combination of:

  • Abrasion resistance
  • Corrosion protection
  • Seawater resistance
  • High film build capability
  • Fast drying characteristics
  • Application suitability for complex structures

The ability to achieve a high film thickness in a single coat was particularly relevant to the project's requirements.

Project Outcome

The selected coating system provided a robust solution for the demanding refinery environment.

By combining resistance to abrasion, corrosion and seawater with faster drying and high-build application characteristics, SIGMASHIELD 880 supported both long-term protective performance and application efficiency.

The project highlights the importance of selecting coating systems based on the specific exposure conditions and operational demands of the asset, rather than relying solely on a generic corrosion protection specification.

For refinery, marine and industrial infrastructure, coating selection should consider the complete service environment—including mechanical wear, immersion and application constraints.

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