The importance of standardisation

Protective Coatings Expert recently published an insightful article highlighting the vital role of standardisation in surface treatment. Common standards, such as those recently updated in Finland’s SFS 5873, are key to guaranteeing the quality, durability, and safety of protective coating systems used across industries.

As the article explains, standardisation ensures that surface preparation, coating systems, painting processes, and quality control methods deliver consistent and reliable results. These shared frameworks not only improve product performance and safety but also support international cooperation, trade, and environmental responsibility.

The updated SFS 5873 – Corrosion Protection of Metal Structures with Protective Coating Systems builds on the widely recognised ISO 12944, refining coating guidance to meet the needs of modern process and engineering industries. Companies like Nor-Maali Oy are actively engaged in these developments, ensuring the coatings sector continues to evolve with advancing standards and technologies.

Read the full story at Protective Coatings Expert

At Corrodere Academy, our training philosophy is built on the same principles. Our globally recognised courses are developed in line with international standards, helping professionals and organisations stay compliant, maintain quality, and promote best practice across every aspect of surface treatment and corrosion control.

By investing in structured training, individuals and companies can ensure their work meets the expectations set by evolving global standards — supporting safety, reliability, and long-term asset protection.

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