25C-071 ASTM D-3960 VOC-KTACoatings & Corrosion Consulting • Environmental, Health & Safety • Laboratory Analysis
Materials Testing • Paint Inspection • Steel Inspection
KTA-TATOR, INC.
115 Technology Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275
June 11, 2007
Mr. Danny French
Contego International, Inc.
334 Greyhound Pass West
Carmel, IN 46032
SUBJECT: Results of Volatile Organic Compound Content; KTA Project No. 270381 R1
Dear Mr. French:
In accordance with your request, KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) has analyzed one (1) coating
sample of Contego Fire Barrier Latex Primer for the volatile organic compound (VOC) content.
The method of analysis and results are contained in this report.
SAMPLES
The following sample was received from Contego International, Inc. on May 11, 2007:
KTA-1 - One (1) small jar of Contego Fire Barrier Latex Primer
It should be noted that at no time did KTA personnel witness the acquisition of the above
sample.
LABORATORY INVESTIGATION
The laboratory investigation consisted of analyzing one (1) sample for volatile organic
compound (VOC) content. The results of the investigation are provided below.
VOC Content
One (1) sample was analyzed for VOC content according to ASTM D 3960 “Standard
Practice for Determining Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) content of Paints and Related
Coatings.” This testing included the results of the weight solids and density measurement
according to ASTM D 2369, “Standard Test Method for Volatile Content of Coatings” and
ASTM D 1475, “Standard Test Method for Density of Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related
Products” respectively. A Karl Fischer Titration was also performed in accordance with
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ASTM D 4017, “Standard Test Method for Water in Paints and Paint Materials by Karl Fischer
Method” to determine the percent water in the coatings. The VOC content values are the result of
calculations using the weight solids, density and percent water determinations. The VOC content
was zero. The results can be found in the table below.
Results of VOC Content Determination
Sample # Density (lb/gal) % Solids by Wt. % Water VOC Content
KTA-1 10.64 52.93 48.77 0*
*The calculated VOC content for this product is below the quantity that can be accurately calculated by the method.
Due to the inherent variability of the testing, a result of 0 VOC could range up to 9% of the total or 9.6 g/L (0.08
lb/gal).
If you have any questions or comments regarding this report, please contact me at 412-
788-1300, extension 209.
Very truly yours,
KTA TATOR, INC.
Chrissy Stewart
Analytical Technician
CAS/VDS/WDC:jas
JN270381 R1
NOTICE: This report represents the opinion of KTA-TATOR, INC. This report is issued in
conformance with generally acceptable industry practices. While customary precautions were taken to
insure that the information gathered and presented is accurate, complete and technically correct, it is
based on the information, data, time, materials, and/or samples afforded. This report should not be
reproduced except in full. jas
Coatings & Corrosion Consulting • Environmental, Health & Safety • Laboratory Analysis
Materials Testing • Paint Inspection • Steel Inspection
KTA-TATOR, INC.
115 Technology Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15275
June 11, 2007
Mr. Danny French
Contego International, Inc.
334 Greyhound Pass West
Carmel, IN 46032
SUBJECT: Sample Disposal
Dear Mr. French:
Enclosed is your final report. Since this project is completed, samples will be returned
due to space limitation. Please respond to 412-788-1300, extension 230 within 30 days if you
wish to have your samples discarded. If we do not hear from you at this time, the samples will
be returned. Handling cost for the sample return is $25.00 plus shipping.
Thank you for doing business with KTA-Tator, Inc.
Very truly yours,
KTA-Tator, Inc.
Melissa A. Swogger
Chemist
MAS/jas
JN270381 R1
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