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Industrial Waterproofing | Article 10 of 24: Primers and Bonding Layers
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Article 10 of 24

Primers, Substrate Conditioners, and Bonding Layers

A primer connects the prepared substrate to the waterproofing membrane. When correctly selected and applied, it can improve wetting, control absorption, reduce outgassing, promote adhesion, and create a uniform surface for the next system layer.

Learning Objectives

After completing this article, the reader should be able to:

  • Explain the functions and limitations of waterproofing primers.
  • Distinguish primers from sealers, moisture-mitigation products, repair materials, and field membranes.
  • Select the specified primer for concrete, metal, masonry, existing coatings, and other substrates.
  • Calculate coverage, mix multicomponent primers, and control application thickness.
  • Manage induction time, pot life, drying time, and recoat windows.
  • Recognize and correct common primer defects before membrane application.
  • Document primer application as part of the waterproofing quality-control record.

The Primer Is Part of the Tested System

A primer should not be viewed as a generic liquid that can be substituted according to availability or price. Its chemistry, solvent or water content, cure mechanism, viscosity, adhesion, and recoat characteristics must be compatible with both the substrate and the membrane.

The specified primer may be part of the manufacturer’s tested, listed, approved, or warranted assembly. Replacing it with another product—even one made from similar chemistry—can change adhesion, cure, vapor behavior, and system performance.

Use the exact primer identified by the current system instructions unless the membrane manufacturer provides written authorization for a substitution.

Primer Does Not Correct Poor Preparation

Primer cannot turn laitance, dust, oil, grease, curing compound, weak concrete, active leakage, or an incompatible existing coating into an acceptable substrate. It may penetrate loose material and temporarily make the surface appear solid without creating a reliable bond to sound concrete.

Complete all required evaluation, repair, cleaning, profiling, moisture testing, and final inspection before primer application begins.

What a Primer May Do

Depending on the product and system, a primer may:

  • Improve wetting of the prepared substrate.
  • Promote adhesion between the substrate and membrane.
  • Reduce excessive absorption into porous concrete or masonry.
  • Help control air release and outgassing from porous concrete.
  • Bind minor residual surface dust within the limits allowed by the manufacturer.
  • Provide a compatible interface over approved metals or existing coatings.
  • Improve application uniformity of the membrane.
  • Provide temporary color contrast for coverage inspection.
  • Serve as an adhesion-promoting layer between system coats or accessories.

What a Primer Usually Does Not Do

  • Repair cracks, joints, honeycombing, spalls, or surface voids.
  • Stop active water leakage or resist hydrostatic pressure by itself.
  • Replace the specified membrane thickness.
  • Make unsound concrete structurally acceptable.
  • Remove oil, curing compounds, sealers, or other contamination.
  • Guarantee adhesion to an unidentified existing coating.
  • Eliminate moisture limitations unless specifically designed and approved as a moisture-mitigation system.
  • Remain indefinitely exposed while waiting for membrane application.

Primer, Sealer, and Moisture-Mitigation Product

Product Primary Function Important Distinction
Primer Promotes adhesion and conditions the substrate for the specified membrane. Normally applied as a controlled, relatively thin system layer.
Sealer Reduces absorption or protects the concrete surface. An existing sealer may interfere with membrane adhesion unless expressly approved.
Moisture-mitigation layer Reduces moisture-vapor transmission or isolates the finish from elevated slab moisture. Requires specific testing, thickness, coverage, substrate, and compatibility requirements.
Pore filler or scratch coat Fills bugholes, pinholes, and minor surface irregularities. Applied at greater build than a conventional primer and must be approved beneath the membrane.
Bonding layer Creates adhesion between specific system layers or dissimilar materials. Must be selected for both materials and the expected exposure.

Is a Primer Always Required?

No. Some membrane systems require primer on every approved substrate. Some require different primers for concrete, metal, existing coatings, or damp concrete. Other systems may permit application to properly prepared concrete without primer under defined conditions.

Do not omit a required primer because a test patch appears to adhere without it. Do not add an unapproved primer to a system intended for direct application. Either change can affect cure, adhesion, vapor transmission, chemical resistance, recoat behavior, and warranty eligibility.

Follow the current technical data sheet and obtain written manufacturer direction when the substrate or condition is not specifically addressed.

Match the Primer to the Substrate

A project may require more than one primer. Potential substrates include:

  • Cast-in-place concrete.
  • Precast concrete.
  • Concrete masonry.
  • Cementitious repair mortars and resurfacers.
  • Carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, or aluminum.
  • Wood blocking or approved sheathing.
  • Existing compatible membranes or coatings.
  • Sealants, transition sheets, fabrics, drains, and penetration materials.

Mark transitions between substrates and verify the specified primer for each one. Prevent the concrete primer from being casually extended onto a metal, sealant, plastic, or existing membrane where another treatment is required.

Concrete Porosity Affects Primer Behavior

Concrete porosity varies with mixture design, consolidation, curing, surface preparation, repair materials, and deterioration. Highly porous concrete may absorb primer rapidly and leave dry, uneven areas. Dense or polished concrete may resist wetting and produce poor adhesion.

If the primer disappears into the surface, produces dry patches, or develops excessive pinholing, do not automatically apply more material. Verify the manufacturer’s procedure. Some systems allow a second primer application; others require a pore-filling treatment or different primer.

Excessive primer can be just as harmful as insufficient primer. Ponding or thick film may trap solvent, delay cure, become brittle, create a glossy weak interface, or exceed the intended recoat condition.

A Primer Is Applied at a Coverage Rate

Waterproofing primers are commonly specified by coverage range rather than by appearance alone. Coverage may be stated in square feet per gallon, square meters per liter, or as a wet-film thickness.

The stated range assumes a particular substrate condition. Rough, porous, irregular, or highly absorbent concrete increases actual surface area and material demand.

Measure the work area, calculate the expected quantity, track the amount mixed and applied, and compare actual consumption with the manufacturer’s published range.

Coverage Calculation

Use the manufacturer’s published coverage rate to estimate material. For example, if the approved primer is expected to cover 250 square feet per gallon and the prepared area is 2,000 square feet:

2,000 square feet ÷ 250 square feet per gallon = 8 gallons

This is the theoretical quantity before considering waste, roller or hose hold-up, surface texture, overspray, detail work, and material remaining in containers.

Actual consumption outside the published range is a warning. Low consumption may indicate thin application, missed areas, or an incorrect area calculation. High consumption may indicate excessive porosity, heavy application, leakage into cracks or voids, or unnecessary waste.

One-Component Primers

One-component primers may still require mixing before use to restore uniformity. Settled pigment or separated ingredients must be reincorporated using the approved mixer and procedure.

Moisture-cured products can begin reacting when the container is opened. Water-based products may be damaged by freezing. Solvent-based products require ignition control, ventilation, and compatible application equipment.

Keep containers closed when not dispensing material and observe the manufacturer’s shelf-life, storage-temperature, and opened-container limitations.

Two-Component Primers

Two-component primers depend on an accurate resin-to-hardener ratio and complete mixing. Guessing proportions, splitting kits without approved measuring equipment, or scraping unmixed material from container walls can produce soft, tacky, brittle, or partially cured areas.

A controlled mixing procedure should include:

  1. Confirm product identity, lot number, expiration date, and storage condition.
  2. Condition components to the permitted temperature range.
  3. Premix individual components when required.
  4. Combine the complete packaged components in the specified ratio.
  5. Mix with the approved blade, speed, and duration.
  6. Scrape the container sides and bottom only as directed.
  7. Transfer and remix in a clean container when the manufacturer requires double mixing.
  8. Observe any required induction time.
  9. Record the mixing time and discard time based on the stated pot life.

Pot Life Is Not Determined by Appearance Alone

A catalyzed primer may remain liquid after its published pot life has expired. Continued flow does not prove that the product can still wet the surface, cure correctly, or develop the required adhesion.

Pot life normally shortens as material temperature and mixed volume increase. A large mass left in a mixing container may generate heat and react much faster than the same material spread across the substrate.

Mark every mixed container with the mixing time and required discard time. Do not add solvent or fresh material to extend an expired batch.

Time Requirements That Must Not Be Confused

Term Meaning Contractor Control
Induction time Required waiting period after mixing and before application. Record mixing and application-start times.
Pot life Usable period after components are mixed under stated conditions. Mark the discard time and mix batches that can be applied within the limit.
Drying or cure time Time required before the primer reaches the condition needed for the next layer. Confirm actual surface condition and temperature, not only elapsed clock time.
Minimum recoat time Earliest permitted time for membrane application. Do not cover primer too early or trap solvent, water, or incomplete cure.
Maximum recoat time Latest permitted time for applying the next layer without additional preparation. Track area-by-area completion and reprepare expired primer as instructed.

Environmental Conditions

Before and during primer application, record:

  • Ambient-air temperature.
  • Concrete or substrate-surface temperature.
  • Material temperature.
  • Relative humidity.
  • Calculated dew-point temperature.
  • Required separation between surface temperature and dew point.
  • Weather, wind, sunlight, shade, ventilation, and forecast conditions.
  • Concrete moisture and active leakage conditions.

Conditions must remain within the manufacturer’s limits throughout application and cure. A surface that was acceptable at the beginning of the shift can become unsuitable as temperature and humidity change.

Roller Application

Select a roller cover compatible with the primer chemistry, viscosity, substrate profile, and required coverage. A roller that sheds fibers or absorbs excessive material can contaminate the work or distort consumption.

Work primer into the prepared texture without leaving puddles, ridges, roller lines, holidays, or excessively thin areas. Maintain a wet edge and divide the work into measurable sections so coverage can be verified.

Replace roller covers when they become worn, contaminated, partially cured, or unable to distribute material uniformly.

Brush Application

Brushes are useful at corners, cracks, penetrations, drains, terminations, and other detailed areas. Brush primer into the surface rather than merely flowing it across the top.

Brush application must still meet the required coverage and film condition. Heavy brush deposits at corners can cure differently from the surrounding primer or interfere with the membrane detail.

Spray Application

Spray application can improve production on large or irregular surfaces when the product manufacturer permits it. Equipment must be compatible with the primer chemistry, viscosity, solids content, flammability, and pot life.

The spray plan should address:

  • Pump, hose, gun, tip, pressure, and filtration requirements.
  • Overspray containment and protection of adjacent work.
  • Ventilation and ignition-source control.
  • Respiratory, skin, and eye protection.
  • Uniform coverage on rough, porous, vertical, and overhead surfaces.
  • Backrolling or backbrushing when required.
  • Flushing and cleaning before catalyzed material cures in the equipment.

Prime Only What Can Be Covered

Divide the work into areas that can be primed, inspected, and coated within the allowable recoat window. Consider crew size, production rate, detail work, access, weather, equipment reliability, and material availability.

Priming too far ahead exposes the surface to dust, insects, moisture, condensation, traffic, weather, and contamination. It also increases the risk that the maximum recoat time will expire before membrane application.

Mark boundaries and record the primer-completion time for each work area.

Outgassing and Pinholes

Air within porous concrete can expand as the substrate warms and escape through wet primer, producing bubbles, pinholes, craters, or foam. Primer may reduce outgassing, but it cannot overcome every combination of concrete porosity, temperature rise, material viscosity, and application thickness.

Some manufacturers recommend application while concrete temperature is stable or falling. Others require a pore-filling coat, different primer, or a second application. Follow the written procedure for the selected system.

Do not apply the membrane over widespread primer pinholes without determining whether they will continue through the membrane or indicate unacceptable porosity, moisture, or air movement.

Common Primer Defects

Observation Possible Cause Required Response
Primer remains soft or tacky Incorrect ratio, poor mixing, low temperature, excessive thickness, contamination, or incomplete cure. Do not coat over it. Isolate the area and obtain an approved corrective procedure.
Dry or unprimed patches Missed areas, high porosity, insufficient material, or uneven application. Apply additional primer only according to the manufacturer’s written instructions.
Puddles or glossy heavy film Excessive application, poor distribution, or low areas in the substrate. Correct before cure when permitted or remove and reprepare after cure.
Bubbles, foam, or pinholes Outgassing, moisture, excessive mixing air, high film thickness, or application conditions. Determine the cause and use the approved pore-filling or reprime procedure.
Fisheyes or crawling Oil, silicone, sealer, release agent, or other surface contamination. Remove the affected primer and contamination; then reprepare and retest.
Wrinkling or lifting Solvent attack, incompatible existing material, or excessive recoating. Stop work and obtain manufacturer direction for removal and repair.
Dust or debris embedded in primer Poor containment, nearby preparation, wind, traffic, or excessive exposure time. Clean, abrade, or reapply primer according to the approved procedure.

Missed Recoat Window

Once the maximum recoat window expires, the membrane may no longer develop the intended chemical or mechanical bond to the primer. Applying the membrane anyway turns a scheduling problem into a concealed adhesion risk.

The corrective procedure may require cleaning, abrasion, solvent wiping, reprimer application, or complete primer removal. Requirements vary by product.

Record the affected area and obtain the manufacturer’s written corrective procedure. Do not invent a field remedy.

Adhesion Test Areas

Prepare adhesion test areas when required by the specification or when substrate compatibility is uncertain. A representative test should include the actual preparation, repair materials, primer, membrane, cure conditions, and application sequence proposed for production.

ASTM D7234 addresses pull-off testing of coatings on concrete. Record the measured strength and the failure mode. Failure within concrete communicates something different from failure between the primer and concrete, between primer and membrane, or within a coating layer.

Establish the acceptance value, number of tests, test locations, cure time, equipment, and repair procedure before testing begins.

Protect the Primed Surface

After application, protect primer from:

  • Rain, leaks, washdown, and condensation.
  • Dust and debris from nearby surface preparation.
  • Foot traffic, carts, lifts, hoses, and equipment.
  • Oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid, and chemicals.
  • Insects, leaves, windblown material, and standing water.
  • Welding sparks, grinding debris, and work by other trades.
  • Exposure beyond the permitted recoat window.

Primer Quality-Control Checklist

Inspection Item Verification
Product selection Correct primer confirmed for the substrate, membrane, exposure, and project detail.
Material condition Containers sealed, labeled, within shelf life, and stored at permitted temperatures.
Substrate acceptance Concrete or other substrate clean, sound, prepared, dry within limits, and accepted.
Environmental conditions Air, surface, material, humidity, and dew-point conditions recorded and acceptable.
Mixing Correct ratio, equipment, speed, duration, induction time, and batch identification used.
Pot life Mixing time and discard time marked on every batch.
Coverage Area and quantity tracked; actual consumption within the approved range.
Finished condition No holidays, puddles, contamination, uncured areas, bubbles, fisheyes, or excessive film.
Recoat window Minimum and maximum times identified for every completed work area.
Protection Primed area isolated from traffic, weather, contamination, and other trades.

Daily Application Record

Record the following information for each primer installation:

  • Project location and exact work area.
  • Primer manufacturer, product name, color, and component identification.
  • Batch and lot numbers.
  • Surface-preparation and cleaning method.
  • Moisture and environmental readings.
  • Mixing ratio, mixing time, induction time, and pot-life limit.
  • Start and completion time for each area.
  • Measured area and quantity applied.
  • Application method and equipment.
  • Observed defects and corrective actions.
  • Earliest and latest permitted membrane-application times.
  • Inspector or supervisor acceptance.

Field Principle: Prime for the System, Not for Appearance

A shiny surface is not proof of good priming, and a surface that appears dry is not automatically under-primed. Apply the specified material at the required coverage, maintain the required environmental conditions, observe its time limits, inspect the completed film, and apply the membrane within the approved recoat window.

Technical References

  • ASTM C836/C836M-18(2022): Standard Specification for High-Solids-Content, Cold Liquid-Applied Elastomeric Waterproofing Membrane for Use with Separate Wearing Course. ASTM International
  • ASTM C898/C898M-25a: Standard Guide for Use of High-Solids-Content, Cold Liquid-Applied Elastomeric Waterproofing Membrane with Separate Wearing Course. ASTM International
  • ASTM C1471/C1471M-22: Standard Guide for the Use of High-Solids-Content Cold Liquid-Applied Elastomeric Waterproofing Membrane on Vertical Surfaces. ASTM International
  • ASTM D7234-22: Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Adhesion Strength of Coatings on Concrete Using Portable Pull-Off Adhesion Testers. ASTM International
  • ACI PRC-515.3-20: Guide for Assessment and Surface Preparation for Application of Protection Systems for Concrete. American Concrete Institute
  • ICRI Guideline No. 310.2R-2013: Selecting and Specifying Concrete Surface Preparation for Sealers, Coatings, Polymer Overlays, and Concrete Repair. International Concrete Repair Institute
  • The primer and membrane manufacturer’s current technical data sheets, safety data sheets, application instructions, coverage requirements, substrate limitations, recoat windows, compatibility information, and written project recommendations.

Professional responsibility: Follow the contract documents, current manufacturer instructions, applicable codes, safety data sheets, ventilation requirements, and OSHA regulations. Confirm the correct primer for every substrate and detail. Obtain written manufacturer direction before making substitutions, coating questionable surfaces, exceeding time limits, or applying over unresolved defects.

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 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 03 of 28 | Fire, Fumes, and Ignition Sources: Everyday Refinish-Shop Safety
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 04 of 28 | A Clean Shop Paints Cleaner Cars: Housekeeping and Contamination Control
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 05 of 28 | Know What You Are Painting: Automotive Substrate Identification
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 06 of 28 | Clean Before You Cut: Washing, Degreasing, and Contamination Removal
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 07 of 28 | Stop Corrosion Before It Starts: Bare Metal and Corrosion Protection
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 08 of 28 | Sand With a Purpose: Abrasives, Grit Selection, and Surface Profiles
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 09 of 28 | Build It Straight: Fillers, Glazes, Primers, and Sealers
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 10 of 28 | Mask the Repair, Not the Mistake: Paper, Plastic, Tape, and Technique
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 11 of 28 | Choose the Complete System: Modern Automotive-Refinish Materials
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 12 of 28 | Control the Mix: Paint Storage, Mixing Rooms, and Material Management
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 13 of 28 | Match It Before You Spray It: Color Tools, Spray-Outs, and Color Acceptance
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 14 of 28 | Choose the Right Spray Gun: Match the Equipment to the Finish
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 15 of 28 | Feed the Finish: Air-Compressor Operation and Maintenance
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 16 of 28 | Keep the Gun Honest: Spray Equipment Operation and Maintenance
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 17 of 28 | Paint With a Plan: Professional Basecoat and Clearcoat Application
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 18 of 28 | Control the Booth: Airflow, Filters, Lighting, and Maintenance
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 19 of 28 | Balance the Booth: Air-Makeup Unit Operation and Maintenance
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 20 of 28 | Cure It by the Numbers: Flash, Bake, and Return-to-Service
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 21 of 28 | Correct Without Creating: Denibbing, Sanding, and Polishing
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 22 of 28 | Put It Back Right: Reassembly Without Damaging the Finish
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 23 of 28 | Inspect It Before the Customer Does: Final Quality Control
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 24 of 28 | Deliver More Than Shine: Customer Handoff and Fresh-Paint Care
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 25 of 28 | Control the Waste Stream: Paint, Solvent, Filters, and Compliance
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 26 of 28 | Troubleshoot the Process: Find the Cause Before Repainting
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 27 of 28 | Make Quality Repeatable: Procedures, Training, and Team Accountability
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Article 28 of 28 | Road Ready Is Earned: Audit the Complete Refinish Process
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Final Assessment
 > Automotive Refinish—From Repair Plan to Road Ready | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - 00 Course Overview
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 01: Understanding Corrosion
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 02: Common Forms of Corrosion
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 03: Evaluating the Structure and Service Environment
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 04: Protective Coatings as the Primary Barrier
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 05: Selecting the Correct Coating System
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 06: Surface Cleanliness and Contaminant Testing
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 07: Abrasive Blasting and Surface-Preparation Standards
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 08: Surface Profile and Anchor Pattern
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 09: Environmental Conditions and Dew Point Control
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 10: Selecting Coating Systems for the Service Environment
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 11: Primers and Their Role in Corrosion Protection
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 12: Intermediate Coats, Finish Coats, and Stripe Coating
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 13: Coating Application Methods and Spray Technique
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 14: Coating Mixing, Thinning, Induction Time, and Pot Life
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 15: Wet Film and Dry Film Thickness Control
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 16: Holidays, Pinholes, and Discontinuity Testing
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 17: Coating Adhesion Testing and Failure Interpretation
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 18: Coating Defects and Failure Diagnosis
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 19: How Coatings and Cathodic Protection Work Together
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Article 20: Final Inspection, Repair Verification, and Project Documentation
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Final Assessment
 > Corrosion Protection for Industrial Coating Contractors - Final Certificate of Completion Request
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | 00 - Course Overview
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 01 of 20 - Protective Linings: What They Are and Why They Fail
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 02 of 20 - Understanding the Lining Service Environment
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 04 of 20 - Selecting a Lining for the Material Being Contained
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 05 of 20 - Epoxy Linings and Where They Are Used
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 06 of 20 - Novolac Epoxy Linings for Severe Chemical Service
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 07 of 20 - Vinyl Ester and Polyester Lining Systems
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 08 of 20 - Polyurethane, Polyurea, and Elastomeric Linings
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 09 of 20 - Cementitious and Specialty Lining Systems
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 10 of 20 - Inspecting Steel and Concrete Before Lining Work Begins
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 11 of 20 - Preparing Steel for Protective-Lining Application
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 12 of 20 - Preparing Concrete for Protective Linings
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 13 of 20 - Moisture in Concrete: When a Lining Should Not Be Applied
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 14 of 20 - Environmental Conditions, Dew Point, and Condensation Control
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 15 of 20 - Mixing, Induction Time, Pot Life, and Material Temperature
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 16 of 20 - Applying High-Build and Plural-Component Linings
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 17 of 20 - Stripe Coating, Edges, Welds, Penetrations, and Difficult Areas
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 18 of 20 - Film Thickness, Recoat Windows, Curing, and Return to Service
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 19 of 20 - Inspecting Protective Linings
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 20 of 20 - Final Acceptance, Repairs, and Lining Maintenance
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors - Final Assessment
 > Protective Linings for Industrial Coating Contractors | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | 00 - Course Overview
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 01 of 20 - Why Moisture Causes Coating and Flooring Fail
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 03 of 20 - Moisture Vapor Versus Hydrostatic Pressure
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 02 of 20 - How Moisture Moves Through Concrete
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 04 of 20 - Sources of Moisture in Concrete Slabs and Str
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 05 of 20 - Recognizing Moisture-Related Coating Failures
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 06 of 20 - Relative-Humidity Testing of Concrete Slabs
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 07 of 20 - Calcium-Chloride Moisture-Vapor-Emission Test
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 08 of 20 - Electronic Moisture Meters and Surface-Moistu
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 09 of 20 - Concrete pH and Alkalinity at the Bond Line
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 10 of 20 - Dew Point, Condensation, and Environmental Co
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 11 of 20 - Osmotic Blistering, Delamination, and Efflore
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 12 of 20 - When a Coating Should Not Be Applied
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 13 of 20 - Selecting a Moisture-Mitigation System
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 14 of 20 - Surface Preparation for Moisture-Mitigation M
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 15 of 20 - Applying Moisture-Mitigation Membranes
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 16 of 20 - Pinholes, Holidays, and Membrane Inspection
 > Moisture Vapor Barriers and Mitigation Membranes for Industrial Coating Contractors | Article 17 of 20 - Primers, Underlayments, Adhesives, and System
 > Moisture Vapor Management | 18 - Repairing Coating and Flooring Failures
 > Moisture Vapor Management | 19 - Documentation, Warranties, and Contractor Liability
 > Moisture Vapor Management | 20 - Complete Moisture-Management Plan
 > Moisture Vapor Management | Course Assessment
 > Moisture Vapor Management | Certificate Request
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings - Course Overview
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 01 of 24 | What Floor Coatings Must Do
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 02 of 24 | Defining the Service Environment
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 03 of 24 | Evaluating Existing Concrete and Previous Floors
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 04 of 24 | Concrete Moisture and Floor-Coating Failure
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 05 of 24 | Removing Oil, Grease and Chemical Contamination
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 06 of 24 | Mechanical Surface Preparation
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 07 of 24 | Concrete Surface Profile and Preparation Acceptance
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 08 of 24 | Repairing Cracks, Joints, Spalls and Damaged Concrete
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 09 of 24 | Primers, Patches, Underlayments and Moisture Mitigation
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 10 of 24 | Understanding Resinous Floor-Coating Chemistries
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 11 of 24 | Epoxy Floor-Coating Systems
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 12 of 24 | Polyurethane and Polyaspartic Floor Coatings
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 13 of 24 | Urethane-Cement Flooring for Heavy-Duty and Sanitary Service
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 14 of 24 | Methyl Methacrylate and Rapid-Return Flooring Systems
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 15 of 24 | Broadcast, Slurry, Mortar, and Self-Leveling Floor Systems
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 16 of 24 | Slip Resistance, Texture, Cleanability, and Appearance
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 17 of 24 | Coves, Drains, Penetrations, Edges, and Floor Transitions
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 18 of 24 | Mixing, Staging, Pot Life, and Installation Sequence
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 19 of 24 | Coverage, Film Thickness, Aggregate, and Material Control
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 20 of 24 | Environmental Conditions, Cure, Recoat Windows, and Return to Service
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 21 of 24 | Warehouse, Manufacturing, Vehicle and Aircraft-Hangar Floors
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 22 of 24 | Food, Beverage, Sanitary, Healthcare and Cleanroom Floors
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 23 of 24 | Inspection, Testing, Defects and Repairs
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Article 24 of 24 | Estimating, Documentation, Warranties, Maintenance and Final Acceptance
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Final Course Assessment
 > Commercial and Industrial Floor Coatings | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 00 Certificate Program
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 01 of 25: What They Must Dand
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 02 of 25 | Coatings vs. Membranes
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 03 of 25 | Roof Assemblies and Substrates
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 04 of 25 | Reading the Specification
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 05 of 25 | Codes, Fire, Wind, and Energy
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 06 of 25 | New-Construction Readiness
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 07 of 25 | Restore or Replace
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 08 of 25 | Roof Moisture Surveys
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 09 of 25 | Drainage and Ponding Water
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 10 of 25 | Repairs Before Coating
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 11 of 25 | Cleaning and Contamination Removal
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 12 of 25 | Surface Preparation by Substrate
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 13 of 25 | Adhesion Testing
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 14 of 25 | Primers and Tie Coats
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 15 of 25 | Elastomeric Coatings
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 16 of 25 | Acrylic Systems
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 17 of 25 | Silicone Systems
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 18 of 25 | Polyurethane Systems
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 19 of 25 | PMMA Membranes
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 20 of 25 | Polyurea Membranes
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 21 of 25 | Spray Equipment
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 22 of 25 | Weather and Cure
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 23 of 25 | Inspection and Repairs
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 24 of 25 | Specifications and Warranties
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | 25 of 25 | Technical Glossary
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | Course Assessment
 > Commercial and Industrial Roof Coatings | Certificate Request
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Course Overview
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 01 of 24 | The Contractor’s Role
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 02 of 24 | Plans, Specifications and Scope
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 03 of 24 | Site Survey and Prejob Evaluation
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 04 of 24 | MUTCD Marking Fundamentals
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 05 of 24 | Accessible Parking Spaces
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 06 of 24 | Fire Lanes and Restricted Areas
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 07 of 24 | Parking-Lot Layout and Traffic Flow
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 08 of 24 | Measuring and Layout Control
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 09 of 24 | Pavement and Existing Markings
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 10 of 24 | Surface Preparation and Marking Removal
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 11 of 24 | Selecting Marking Materials
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 12 of 24 | Marking Coating Chemistries
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 13 of 24 | Glass Beads and Retroreflectivity
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 14 of 24 | Striping Machines, Guns and Tips
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 15 of 24 | Equipment Setup and Spray Control
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 16 of 24 | Width, Thickness and Coverage
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 17 of 24 | Stencils, Symbols and Arrows
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 18 of 24 | Weather, Moisture, Drying and Cure
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 19 of 24 | Work-Zone Traffic Control
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 20 of 24 | Crew Positioning, Communication and PPE
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 21 of 24 | Estimating Line Striping Work
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 22 of 24 | Scheduling and Managing Crews
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 23 of 24 | Inspection, Defects and Acceptance
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Article 24 of 24 | Documentation, Maintenance and Growth
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Course Assessment
 > Professional Line Striping for Contractors | Certificate Request
 > Academy Educational Standards and Editorial Policy
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | 00 Course Overview
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 01 of 24 | Purpose and Responsibility
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 02 of 24 | Defining the Service Environment
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 03 of 24 | Chemical Exposure Variables
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 04 of 24 | Concrete and Steel Structures
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 06 of 24 | Concrete Moisture and Failure
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 07 of 24 | Embedded Concrete Contamination
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 08 of 24 | Mechanical Concrete Preparation
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 09 of 24 | Steel Surface Preparation
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 10 of 24 | Primers and Bonding Layers
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 12 of 24 | Vinyl Ester Systems
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 14 of 24 | Fiberglass-Reinforced Linings
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 15 of 24 | Coves, Joints, Drains, and Penetrations
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 16 of 24 | Mixing, Staging, and Pot Life
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 17 of 24 | Application Methods and Equipment
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 18 of 24 | Film Thickness and Continuity
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 19 of 24 | Environmental Conditions and Cure
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 20 of 24 | Inspection, Testing, and Final Acceptance
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 21 of 24 | Defects, Failure Analysis, and Repairs
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 22 of 24 | Spill Response and Return to Service
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 23 of 24 | Inspection, Maintenance, and Service Life
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Article 24 of 24 | Estimating and Contractor Responsibility
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Course Assessment
 > Secondary Containment Coating Systems | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Portable Plural-Component Coating Systems | 00 Course Overview
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 01 of 24 | Understanding the System
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 02 of 24 | Ratios and Stoichiometry
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 03 of 24 | Pot Life and Cure
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 04 of 24 | Materials and Applications
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 05 of 24 | Reading the Documents
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 06 of 24 | How Proportioners Work
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 07 of 24 | Selecting a Proportioner
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 08 of 24 | Pails, Drums, Totes, and Feed Pumps
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 09 of 24 | Pumps and Ratio Control
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 10 of 24 | Material Conditioning
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 11 of 24 | Heating and Temperature Control
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 12 of 24 | Filters, Valves, Gauges, and Sensors
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 13 of 24 | Manifolds and Mixers
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 14 of 24 | Spray Guns, Tips, and Chambers
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 15 of 24 | Building a Mobile Rig
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 16 of 24 | Hoses and Connections
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 17 of 24 | Calibration and Ratio Testing
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 18 of 24 | Jobsite Setup and Startup
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 19 of 24 | Pressure and Spray Technique
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 20 of 24 | Film Thickness and Cure
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 21 of 24 | Correcting Off-Ratio Material
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 22 of 24 | Shutdown and Flushing
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 23 of 24 | Troubleshooting and Maintenance
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Article 24 of 24 | Final Acceptance
 > Portable Plural-Component Coating Systems | Course Assessment
 > Portable Plural-Component Systems | Certificate of Completion Request
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | 00 Course Overview
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 01 of 24: Understanding Production Systems
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 02 of 24: Reactive Coating Chemistries
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 03 of 24: Components A, B, and C
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 04 of 24: Mixing Ratios and Tolerances
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 05 of 24: Viscosity and Temperature
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 06 of 24: Material Supply Systems
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 07 of 24: Metering and Dosing
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 08 of 24: Static and Dynamic Mixing
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 09 of 24: Pot Life and Mixed Volume
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 10 of 24: Flushing and Color Change
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 11 of 24: Pressure and Flow Control
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 12 of 24: Applicators and Atomization
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 13 of 24: Color Change and Multiple-Hardener System Design
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 14 of 24: Pot Life and Production Interruptions
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 15 of 24: Calibration and Ratio Verification
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 16 of 24: Flow, Pressure, Alarms, and Interlocks
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 17 of 24: Startup, Production, and Shutdown
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 18 of 24: Solvent and Waste Reduction
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 19 of 24: Containing Off-Ratio Material
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 20 of 24: Troubleshooting Ratio, Flow, Pressure, and Mixing Problems
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 21 of 24: Production Operating Procedures
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 22 of 24: Worker and Facility Safety
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 23 of 24: Quality Control and Traceability
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Article 24 of 24: System Acceptance and Lifecycle Management
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems for OEM Product Finishers | Course Assessment
 > 2K and 3K Coating Systems | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | 00 Course Overview
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 01 of 24: What Protective Systems Must Do
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 02 of 24: Mapping the Treatment Process
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 03 of 24: Defining Exposure Zones
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 04 of 24: Reading Project Requirements
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 05 of 24: Potable-Water Certification
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 06 of 24: Hydrogen Sulfide Corrosion
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 07 of 24: Evaluating Existing Concrete
 > Water & Wastewater Coatings | Article 08 of 24: Evaluating Existing Steel
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 09 of 24: Cleaning and Decontamination
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 10 of 24: Concrete Repair and Surface Rebuilding
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 11 of 24: Concrete Surface Preparation
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 12 of 24: Steel Surface Preparation
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 13 of 24: Moisture and Environmental Control
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 14 of 24: Confined-Space Safety
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 15 of 24: Selecting Lining Chemistries
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 16 of 24: Potable-Water Infrastructure
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 17 of 24: High-Build Wastewater Linings
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 18 of 24: Resurfacers, Mortars, and Membranes
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 19 of 24: Cracks, Joints, and Transitions
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 20 of 24: Material Storage, Mixing, Plural-Component Equipment, and Application Planning
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 21 of 24: Inspection, Testing, and Quality-Control Documentation
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 22 of 24: Defects, Failure Analysis, and Coating Repairs
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Article 24 of 24: Estimating, Closeout, Warranties, and Lifecycle Maintenance
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems Course Assessment
 > Water and Wastewater Protective Coating Systems | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Industrial Waterproofing | 00 Course Overview
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 01 of 24: What Systems Must Do
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 02 of 24: How Water Moves
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 03 of 24: Positive, Blind, and Negative Side
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 04 of 24: Define the Service Conditions
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 05 of 24: Reading Project Documents
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 06 of 24: Evaluating Concrete
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 07 of 24: Moisture and Hydrostatic Pressure
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 08 of 24: Concrete Surface Preparation
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 09 of 24: Cracks, Joints, and Penetrations
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 11 of 24: Membrane Chemistries
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 12 of 24: Storage, Mixing, and Proportioning
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 13 of 24: Membrane Application Methods
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 14 of 24: Thickness and Coverage Control
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 15 of 24: Cure and Recoat Windows
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 16 of 24: Below-Grade Structures
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 17 of 24: Plaza Decks and Podiums
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 18 of 24: Vaults and Utility Structures
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 19 of 24: Protection and Drainage
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 20 of 24: Inspection and Leak Detection
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 21 of 24: Defects and Repairs
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 22 of 24: Existing-System Rehabilitation
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 23 of 24: Estimating and Documentation
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Article 24 of 24: Acceptance and Maintenance
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Course Assessment
 > Industrial Waterproofing | Certificate of Completion Request
 > Masking and Surface Protection for Finishing Shops and Process Lines
 > Masking Requirements: What Must Remain Uncoated—and Why - 01