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Finish Considerations for Steel Bridges
(Print PDH from the December 2024 issue of Informed Infrastructure)
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AIA Course ID: PDH122024
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this article, the reader should be able to understand the following:
• The methods used to protect steel via coatings and the formation of patinas.
• How to select the appropriate finish for a steel bridge based on the environment and expected usage characteristics.
• The benefits and considerations of different finish systems.
• How to identify the cost implications associated with each type of finish.