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Sales Manual • 2024
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Field Drilling Coated Poles
Field drilling a hole in a coated ductile iron pole will create fine iron dust that could settle on the surface
of the pole around the hole. If the dust is not removed, it will oxidize after getting wet and leave a stain on
the painted surface of the pole. The following are recommendations to prevent and remedy rust stains on
the surface of the pole.
Rust Prevention Tip:
After drilling the pole, wipe down the pole surface around the hole and inside the hole with a wet rag and
remove the iron dust generated by drilling. This will prevent iron drilling dust from staining the surface of
the pole.
Rust Stain Remedy:
The pole’s acrylic surface can be touched up with an acrylic paint if the pole is marked during
transportation or installation or if rust dust stains the acrylic barrier coating. Prior to field painting, wipe
down the surface of the pole to remove loose dirt, oxides, oils, etc. McWane can supply acrylic paint
for touch up, or the paint can be purchased directly from its manufacturer. The paint information and
manufacturer are listed below:
POLE BARRIER COAT Quart kit - #04A8280
Induron Coatings Inc.
3333 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N
Birmingham, Alabama 35234-2303
Phone: 205-324-9584
http://www.induron.com/