In coatings, pipeline maintenance, blasting, and large-scale painting, temperature is a critical factor. It affects adhesion, cure times, moisture levels, and coating integrity. Winter increases these challenges as temperatures drop, humidity rises, surfaces sweat, and pipelines freeze, putting operations at risk. Even minor weather changes can impact quality and cause delays in schedules.
Professionals in the coatings and pipeline industries rely on REIC Rentals. With 19 North American locations, 24/7 support, and advanced flameless, indirect-fired, and dehumidification systems, REIC Rentals provides the controlled environments crews need to remain productive and maintain quality throughout winter.
Why Cold Weather Threatens Coating and Pipeline Work
For coatings and pipeline contractors, temperature and humidity control are essential contract requirements and safety mandates. Cold weather can severely impact:
1. Coating Adhesion
Paints, epoxies, and industrial coatings require minimum surface temperatures and specific dew point conditions. If these are not met, coatings may:
- Fail to bond
- Cure improperly
- Crack or peel
- Require costly rework
2. Drying and Curing Times
Temperatures below specified levels can significantly extend cure times, delaying subsequent work and inspections.
3. Moisture & Dew Point Risks
When warm air comes into contact with cold surfaces, condensation forms. This moisture can:
- Create flash rust
- Trap water beneath coatings
- Cause amine blush in epoxy systems
- Ruin surface prep work
4. Pipeline Freeze-ups
Utilities and flowlines can freeze quickly in cold climates, leading to shutdowns, equipment strain, or ruptures.
5. Worker Safety & Efficiency
Cold, wet conditions reduce productivity, increase fatigue, and make blasting, preparation, and coating nearly impossible.
Temporary heating prevents these issues by stabilizing temperature and humidity, allowing crews to work safely and effectively.
Why Contractors Rely on Rental Heating for Winter Work
For coatings, painting, and pipeline crews, cold weather can halt production entirely. Rental heating offers a flexible and cost-effective solution for maintaining proper temperature and environmental conditions, regardless of the job site or weather challenges. Contractors choose rental heating because it delivers:
- Mobility – Heat can be directed wherever crews are working, whether along a pipeline right-of-way or inside a containment structure.
- Scalability – Heaters can be added, removed, or repositioned as project phases shift and work zones change.
- Precision Environmental Control – Maintain exact temperature and humidity requirements to protect coatings, adhesives, and surface prep work.
- Lower Operating Costs – High-efficiency equipment reduces fuel usage and supports profitable winter operations.
- Dependable 24/7 Availability – Essential for continuous workflow in coating applications, shutdowns, and pipeline maintenance.
- Reduced Risk – Proper heating prevents coating failures, condensation, equipment freeze-ups, and costly rework.
With REIC Rentals, contractors gain access to temporary heating and climate control solutions designed for demanding industries, whether coating a water tower, maintaining a pipeline in sub-zero temperatures, or restoring an industrial facility under tight deadlines.
Heating Solutions for Coatings & Pipelines from REIC Rentals
REIC Rentals offers a wide range of heating technologies to support blasting, coating, pipeline maintenance, welding, and interior finishing.
Flameless Heaters: The Industry’s Most Trusted Solution
Flameless heaters are an innovative solution for coatings and pipeline environments because they offer:
- No open flame
- No combustion byproducts
- Dry, breathable heat
- High static pressure for long duct runs (up to 500 ft)
- >97% fuel efficiency
- Reliable performance in hazardous or dust-heavy areas
Ideal for:
- Containment tents
- Blast and paint jobs
- Pipeline right-of-way projects
- Industrial tanks and towers
- Enclosed workspaces requiring safe, powerful heat
Our heaters maintain working conditions that are dry, warm, and safe, even in extreme cold.
Indirect-Fired Heaters
Indirect-fired units produce clean, fume-free air and are ideal for maintaining consistent cure temperatures inside buildings or containment spaces.
Ideal for:
- Interior coating applications
- Fabrication shops
- Pipeline vaults and stations
- Industrial painting facilities
Electric Heaters
Silent and emission-free, electric heating is effective in:
- Confined spaces
- Control rooms
- Prep stations
- Small containment areas
Hydronic Heaters & Ground Thaw Systems
Pipeline and trenching crews use ground-thaw and hydronic systems to:
- Keep lines accessible
- Prevent freeze-ups
- Maintain trench temperatures
- Support winter repairs
Heating + Dehumidification: The Perfect Combination for Coatings
Heating alone does not address all winter-related issues. As air is heated, its ability to hold moisture increases, often creating condensation on cold steel or concrete surfaces.
REIC Rentals combines heating with industrial dehumidification for complete environmental control.
Desiccant Dehumidifiers
Desiccant dehumidifiers excel in cold temperatures, where refrigerant units often struggle to operate effectively. Ideal for:
- Large industrial spaces
- Pipeline coating tents
- Tank interiors
- Marine and offshore coatings
Refrigerant Dehumidifiers
Best for indoor environments with moderate temperatures.
Air Movers & Negative Air Machines
They support airflow, improve cure uniformity, and maintain consistent surface temperatures.
This integrated approach ensures that surfaces reach the correct dew point and remain stable throughout the application and curing process.
Scenario: Maintaining Pipeline Coating Conditions in Harsh Winter Weather
A midstream contractor needs to maintain pipeline coating tents at 60°F while exterior temperatures are around 10°F. The industrial coating requires precise temperature and dew point control, as any fluctuation risks adhesion failure and costly rework.
The REIC Rentals Solution:
REIC Rentals would deploy a comprehensive climate control package with high-output flameless heaters to provide safe, consistent heat in cold or hazardous environments, along with long-run ducting to distribute warmth evenly throughout the containment area. Desiccant dehumidifiers would regulate humidity and prevent condensation on steel surfaces. Air movers would circulate warm, dry air uniformly across the workspace, ensuring the environment remains stable and suitable for coating application.
The Result: With these measures in place, the containment environment would stabilize quickly, eliminating cold spots and moisture risks. The contractor would avoid weather-related delays, ensure proper coating cure, and pass inspections on the first attempt, thereby keeping the project on schedule even in extreme winter conditions.
Why Coatings & Pipeline Teams Rely on REIC Rentals
With REIC Rentals, contractors benefit from:
- Specialized heating solutions built for industrial and field environments
- Equipment engineered for safe use in hazardous and high-risk locations
- Reliable 24/7 emergency response for rapid deployment and support
- Technicians experienced in the unique demands of coatings and pipeline work
- High-efficiency heaters that reduce fuel consumption and operating costs
- Nationwide coverage through 19 strategically located branches
- Complete turnkey service, including setup, monitoring, adjustments, and removal
From containment tents to compressor stations and right-of-way projects, REIC Rentals keeps coating and pipeline operations moving, regardless of the environmental conditions.
Stay Productive All Winter with REIC Rentals
Coatings, blasting, and pipeline operations cannot afford downtime. Missing critical temperature or humidity windows can derail schedules, increase rework costs, and compromise project quality. With rental heating and climate control solutions from REIC Rentals, your team can maintain optimal conditions, protect materials and equipment, and keep work moving even in extreme winter weather.
If you are planning a winter project or are experiencing cold-weather delays, contact REIC Rentals today.
Protect your work. Protect your schedule. Protect your results with REIC Rentals.
