Many high-temperature coatings claim durability but fail in real-world outdoor conditions - resulting in corrosion, color shift, or costly rework. In this educational webinar, you'll learn how to choose and apply exterior high-temp coatings that can withstand both heat and the elements. Whether you're an engineer, project manager, or painter, this session will give you the tools to avoid common pitfalls and improve coating performance from the spec sheet to the field.
Overview
Most high-temperature coatings are built for the lab - not the real world. While many claim to withstand extreme heat, they often fail when exposed to the harsh conditions that come with outdoor use: UV degradation, corrosion, moisture, and thermal cycling. These failures don’t just impact appearance - they lead to costly rework, warranty issues, and lost time in the field.
In this educational webinar, you’ll learn how to evaluate, specify, and apply high-temp coatings that are truly engineered for exterior performance. Whether you’re selecting coatings for exhaust components, fire pits, silencers, or other high-heat environments, we’ll walk through the key considerations that make or break long-term success - like substrate prep, coating thickness, temperature rating accuracy, and environmental exposure.
Designed for engineers, project managers, and applicators alike, this session blends practical guidance with real-world case studies and failure examples. You’ll leave with actionable strategies to improve coating outcomes, reduce maintenance costs, and gain confidence. You’ll also be introduced to INFERNEX® - a high-performance, high-temperature coating line built specifically to solve these challenges in the environments where others fall short.
Key Takeaways
- Identify the most common causes of high-temp coating failures in exterior environments — and how to avoid them.
- Select the right coating for your application by understanding the difference between peak vs. continuous temperature ratings.
- Apply coatings effectively by following best practices for surface preparation, film thickness, and cure schedules.
- Optimize your coating specifications to reduce rework, improve aesthetic longevity, and extend equipment life.
Speakers
Bonnie Larson works closely with engineers, procurement teams, and manufacturers to identify coating solutions that solve real-world challenges. With more than seven years at Forrest and three decades of experience driving strategic growth, she brings a deep understanding of the industrial coatings market and the technical demands of high-performance applications. Her collaborative approach bridges technical expertise with business goals — helping customers improve product performance, reduce failures, and select coatings that truly align with their environmental and operational needs.
With over 30 years of experience at Forrest Technical Coatings, Bryan Hamburger brings deep expertise in high-performance coatings across technical service, sales, and customer-facing roles. As a Technical Services Analyst, he works closely with customers and applicators to troubleshoot challenges, ensure proper application, and recommend the right coating solutions for demanding environments. A NACE Level 1 Certified Coating Inspector, he combines technical precision with practical insight drawn from decades of field experience. From retail sales to managing architectural and industrial accounts, Hamburger has built his career around solving real-world problems with coatings that perform where it counts.