WHAT is the rail Applicator Training Program?

Sherwin-Williams understands the importance of railcar uptime and minimizing maintenance intervals. Choosing the right coatings and linings to keep your railcars operational is essential; ensuring the products are applied correctly is critical.

Our Rail Applicator Training Program brings your blasting and coatings facility to the next level. It will increase the knowledge and skillset of your applicators and help your repair yard successfully choose and apply coatings and linings.

Applicator Training

In a classroom environment, we will train your applicators in best practices for applying and how to properly use coatings and linings. This class will enhance their knowledge of the rail industry's standards and enable applicators to better comprehend their craft, increasing the overall quality and efficiency of your shop.

• Cleaning and decontamination prior to surface prep
• Proper surface prep and cleanliness before coating application
• Mixing and thinning of coatings before application
• Application techniques to ensure uniform film thickness
• Proper techniques for force curing linings
• Touch up and repair techniques for linings and exterior coatings
  

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Fill out the form below for more information on this program or to register your rail facility for the Rail Applicator Training Program.