Projects – Prowest Coating

Introduction

Prowest Coatings has an extensive track record in corrosion protection, coatings inspection, and construction supervision. With decades of experience across industries such as oil & gas, water treatment, and public infrastructure, our team is dedicated to ensuring quality, compliance, and long-term durability for every project we undertake.

Certifications & Expertise

We hold several industry-recognized certifications that reinforce our expertise in corrosion technology and coatings inspection:

NACE International – Corrosion Technologist

(No. 3811)

NACE International – Coating Inspector II

(No. 2039)

NACE International – C.P Tester

(No. 15)

Our certifications enable us to provide highly specialized services that meet federal, state, and industry standards.

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Key Projects & Experience

Our experience spans across multiple industries, including oil & gas, water treatment, and infrastructure development. Below are some of our most significant projects:

Oil & Gas Industry

Chevron Pipeline Company (Midway District, Bakersfield, CA) Role:
Corrosion Technologist / Construction Inspector

Responsibilities:

Performed cathodic protection system inspections and maintenance.
Developed a pipeline database for regulatory compliance.
Assisted in project management and hydrostatic testing programs.
Designed cathodic protection systems for steel pipelines and storage tanks.

Altech Corrosion Control Service (Santa Fe Pacific Pipelines/Kinder Morgan) Role:
Corrosion Technologist / Construction Inspector

Responsibilities:

Designed and evaluated cathodic protection systems.
Conducted construction checkouts and facility inspections.
Performed internal and external pipe inspections for regulatory compliance.

Water & Sanitation Projects

Santa Clara Valley Water District (Santa Teresa Water Treatment Plant) Role:
Coating Inspector / Corrosion Technologist

Responsibilities:

Evaluated cathodic protection systems for large-scale welded steel pipelines.
Conducted inspections on steel structures in concrete filtration systems.
Assisted in project management and hydrostatic testing programs.
Designed cathodic protection systems for steel pipelines and storage tanks.

Los Angeles County Sanitation District (Valencia Water Reclamation Treatment Plant) Role:
Construction Supervisor / Inspector

Responsibilities:

Supervised pipeline construction within waste dump sites.
Ensured adherence to contract specifications and government regulations.
Assisted in change order management and project documentation.

City of San Diego Metropolitan Wastewater Department Role:
Corrosion Consultant / Coatings Inspector

Responsibilities:

Supervised the epoxy coating application for a 5-million-gallon water reservoir.
Ensured proper surface preparation and environmental conditions for coating applications
Maintained daily reports and coordinated with project engineers.

West Kern Water District Role:
Corrosion Consultant — Altech Corrosion Control Service

Responsibilities:

Designed cathodic protection systems for large-diameter concrete mortar-coated steel pipes.
Developed protective coating systems in alignment with district specifications and guidelines.
Collaborated closely with the Project Engineer to ensure compliance and cost efficiency.
Created and maintained a materials inventory database for historical tracking.
Provided materials cost estimates and managed procurement processes.
Built strong relationships with material providers and contractors for seamless project execution.
Delivered comprehensive project reports, including sketches, diagrams, and a photo gallery.

Santa Clara Valley Water District Role:
Corrosion Consultant — Conseco Engineering

Responsibilities:

Inspected the application of epoxy linings on structures at the Santa Teresa Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Collaborated with the Project Engineer, Inspector, and applicator to address winter-season application challenges.
Maintained detailed daily reports and led weekly progress meetings to ensure project alignment.
Developed and managed a database to track contractor materials, manpower, and equipment usage.
Managed and documented change orders for approval by the Project Engineer.
Conducted cathodic protection inspections on large-diameter potable and wastewater pipelines.
Recorded and organized contractor requests for information (RFIs) within the district's database.

City of San Luis Obispo Water Reclamation Facility Role:
Corrosion Consultant

Responsibilities:

Performed a corrosion assessment on wastewater treatment structures.
Inspected previously applied concrete structure linings and assessed their condition.
Provided a detailed final report with a photo gallery for inclusion in the city’s GIS database.
Offered recommendations for repair or installation of new coatings and linings.

City of Morro Bay Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer — Schiff Associates

Responsibilities:

Conducted a comprehensive corrosion assessment of the Morro Bay–Cayucos Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Inspected the condition of coatings, linings, and exposed concrete and steel structures.
Established a historical database documenting the plant’s structural conditions.
Delivered a detailed report with repair and replacement recommendations.
Collected soil samples for laboratory testing of sulfates and chlorides.
Provided a photo gallery of inspected structures for record-keeping.

District CP Survey Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer — Schiff Associates

Responsibilities:

Conducted an inventory of existing cathodic protection (CP) monitoring test stations for the district’s water infrastructure.
Submitted daily inventory reports to the Project Engineer for database creation.
Collected GPS coordinates and created a photo gallery for historical records.
Identified and reported deficiencies, providing cost estimates for repair or replacement.
Recommended relocation of test stations for safety and accessibility improvements.
Performed pipe-to-soil potential measurements to evaluate the corrosion condition.

Southern Nevada Water Authority: Corrosion Engineering Projects and Studies Role:
NACE Corrosion Technologist / NACE Coatings Inspector — Schiff Associates

Responsibilities:

Conducted corrosion inspections and recommended CP system repairs and upgrades.
Performed induced AC studies and evaluated pipeline corrosion risks.
Provided CP system evaluations for valves, gates, and yard piping at the AMSWTF.
Delivered detailed reports with actionable recommendations for system enhancements.

Alfred Merritt Smith Wastewater Treatment Plant Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer — Schiff Associates

Responsibilities:

Evaluated defunct impressed current and sacrificial CP systems at the aeration channel and flocculation basins.
Assessed the condition of valves, slide gates, and steel pipelines.
Provided recommendations for CP system replacements and coating applications.
Conducted cathodic protection surveys and recommended necessary repairs.
Monitored AC voltage spikes and suggested mitigation strategies.
Delivered final reports with inspection data, recommendations, and photo documentation.

Schiff Associates – Las Vegas, Nevada Role:
NACE Corrosion Technologist / NACE Coatings Inspector

Responsibilities:

Conducted corrosion engineering projects and studies for LVVWD.
Performed copper pipe corrosion study at Maryland Pebble Unit 5.
Investigated 36-inch pipeline corrosion at Desert Inn & Aloha (Sand Hill-Lamb Transmission Main).
Conducted corrosion investigation on Lake Mead Transmission Main in Zones 2300 & 2420.
Completed a cathodic protection test station survey for transmission main pipelines.

Public & Government Infrastructure

Tucson Water District Role:
Construction Supervisor

Responsibilities:

Supervised installation of impressed current anode deep wells.
Managed site materials and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Conducted post-installation testing and pipeline continuity assessments.

City of Hollister Role:
Construction Supervisor

Responsibilities:

Oversaw the construction of a 1-million-gallon steel water tank.
Developed coatings and lining systems for long-term corrosion protection.
Assisted in bid evaluations and contractor coordination.

Large-Scale Corrosion Assessments

Southern Nevada Water Authority Role:
Corrosion Engineer

Responsibilities:

Conducted cathodic protection surveys for pipelines and reservoirs.
Performed corrosion assessments on steel structures and transmission mains.
Designed protective systems for reclaimed water pipelines.

Las Vegas Valley Water District Role:
Field Corrosion Engineer

Responsibilities:

Executed corrosion assessments and mitigation strategies.
Created a database for cathodic protection monitoring test stations.
Provided recommendations for system upgrades and regulatory compliance.

Clark County: 2009 – Present, Corrosion Engineering Projects and Studies – Brent Moser, Heidi Martell Role:
Corrosion Engineer

Responsibilities:

Conduct corrosion control assessments on both internal and external surfaces of structures.
Assess and design corrosion solutions for stainless and carbon steel materials.
Lead corrosion engineering studies and projects at various stations, including Moapa, Laughlin, Flamingo – Main, and Desert Breeze Stations.
Perform soils studies related to structural grade separations, such as the Las Vegas Beltway Union Pacific Railroad.
Design and implement corrosion control systems for large-scale water systems, including the South Reclaimed Water System (30-inch to 36-inch steel or ductile iron pipe).
Assess corrosion impacts on various infrastructure components like grit basins, aeration basins, solids tanks (internal), wet wells, and dry wells.

LVVWD: Corrosion Engineering Projects and Studies Role:
NACE Corrosion Technologist / NACE Coatings Inspector — Schiff Associates

Responsibilities:

Conducted copper pipe corrosion studies and large-diameter pipe investigations.
Performed comprehensive CP test station surveys for transmission main pipelines.
Investigated pipeline conditions at various sites, including Maryland Pebble Unit 5 and Lake Mead Transmission Main.
Provided reports with findings and recommendations for repairs and corrosion mitigation.

Professional Associations & Memberships

We actively participate in professional organizations to stay at the forefront of industry advancements:

Project References

Introduction

Certifications & Expertise

NACE International – Corrosion Technologist

NACE International – Coating Inspector II

NACE International – C.P Tester

Key Projects & Experience

Oil & Gas Industry

Water & Sanitation Projects

Public & Government Infrastructure

Large-Scale Corrosion Assessments

Professional Associations & Memberships

NACE International

American Water Works Association

Society for Protective Coatings

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