Common causes of corrosion in transportation equipment (land, sea, and air), and the progress in preventive coatings during last 25 years are presented. Results of service tests for efficiency and life of elastomer coating applications through several years are reported. Illustrations of elastomeric corrosion preventive applications on all types of transportation equipment, including railroads, truck-trailers, and amphibious craft are given. An attempt is made to rationalize the confusion in selection of proper coatings to meet specified qualifications and conditions, and to simplify choice and purchase of these materials, thus reducing high costs of tests and trials.
