4 ways to optimize onboard coating maintenance

Four ways to optimize onboard coating maintenance

An optimized maintenance routine means fewer delays, easier access to supplies, and a more efficient crew. But how do you get there?

Explore 4 techniques that ensure your crew (and fleet!) are ready to perform day in and day out.   

1. Train before you set sail

Proper training ensures marine crews handle coatings safely and efficiently. This includes mastering application tools, mixing systems, calculating film thickness, and analyzing product data. Learn how hands-on and remote training can help prepare crews before they board.

2. Stock smart

Efficient coating maintenance requires smart planning with the right products. Aligning restocking with port stops and using layovers for repairs keeps vessels ready and reduces costs. Here we will highlight how a streamlined product portfolio is key to reducing supplier complexity and maximizing port efficiency while contributing to smoother operations.

3. Implement digital tools for enhanced maintenance

Digital tools improve coatings management by offering visibility into inventory and vessel performance. These tools also allow crews, managers, and owners to track and monitor their coating requirements accurately and make stock inquiries while at sea, ensuring better coordination.

4. Simplify paint application

Easy-to-apply coating solutions ensure crews work more efficiently, experience reduced maintenance and see increased vessel performance. Fast-drying, low-VOC, water-based coatings with strong adhesion are easier to apply, especially in tight spaces. Implementing a single product range reduces training needs, simplifies inventory and saves space – creating more efficient maintenance management.

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