Pine Bluff Arsenal Barrier in White Hall, AR

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Traffic Barrier Repaint Outside Military Facility in Central Arkansas

CertaPro Painters of Central Arkansas was contacted in July 2020 by the Pine Bluff Arsenal to renovate the barriers entering their location. The Pine Bluff Arsenal is a US Army installation located in Jefferson County, Arkansas, just northwest of the city of Pine Bluff. PBA is one of nine Army installations in the United States that stored chemical weapons. CertaPro’s professionals painted 4 sets of hydraulic road barriers at the 4 different gates surrounding the area.

CHALLENGES:
Working within the Pine Bluff Arsenal had its own unique set of challenges. A qualified operator was present each day to operate the road barriers, raising and lowering them as needed for the crew. Working within the arsenal, the crew was required a background check and needed to carry a badge while on site.

Extensive planning and scheduling was also needed with the client and the main contact at the Pine Bluff Arsenal. Military police was scheduled on a daily basis to block roads, re-route traffic, and close down gates in order for CertaPro to paint the barriers.

CONDITIONS:

• Worn Barrier Finish – The barriers had become worn due to the daily traffic they endured
• Dirt Accumulation – As an exterior entity of high use, the barriers constantly accumulated dirt
• Rust Buildup – Long term wear and tear along with constant exposure caused the barriers to rust

PROJECT INVOLVEMENT:

• Prep – The metal surfaces of the barriers were pressure washed to remove dust, dirt, and road wear. A rust inhibiting primer was then applied to any bare metal areas on the surfaces.
• Paint – The barriers were painted entirely with a Safety Red DTM high gloss paint, using two coats to thoroughly cover the old color. Vertical stripes were then measured out and taped off before applied a white traffic coating paint to create the lines. Glass reflective beads were used on the white stripes for better viewing at night.

PROJECT TIMELINE – 5 days

Professional Painters for Government Properties in Central Arkansas

Maintaining government buildings in Central Arkansas requires professional painting services that meet high standards for durability, safety, and appearance. Offices, courthouses, schools, and municipal buildings see constant use, so the paint needs to stand up to heavy traffic while keeping a professional look. Our team understands the specific requirements for government projects, from using low-VOC paints to minimizing disruptions during work hours. Whether it’s a full exterior repaint or interior touch-ups, we ensure the job is done efficiently and up to code.

Government facilities often have strict timelines and budget requirements, and painting is no exception. We work with project managers to plan schedules that avoid unnecessary downtime and keep operations running smoothly. Our painters are experienced in working on a variety of surfaces, including concrete, brick, metal, and drywall, ensuring long-lasting results. From local municipal offices to state-run facilities, we help maintain buildings that serve the community every day.

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BEFORE PHOTOS

Before the project began, CertaPro’s team took pictures of the barriers to document their conditions and to provide a contrast to the completed assignment.

PAINTING IN PROGRESS

CertaPro Painters^® of Central Arkansas took picture of their progress on the barriers to show how each step was completed to finalize the project.

THE FINAL RESULT

CertaPro’s professionals gathered images of the finalized project to show the improvements made on the barriers and to ensure their high standard of work.

Blake Finnell – VP Of Commercial

Ready to start your commercial painting project? Contact Blake Finnell at bfinnell@certapro.com or  501-295-5040.

Blake Finnell is our VP of Commercial Sales here at CertaPro Painters of Central Arkansas. Originally from Norman, Oklahoma, Blake has made Little Rock his home, where he and his wife Kyndall are raising two young children and staying active in the local community.

After earning a Bachelor’s in Professional Sales from Harding University—and even spending time at their London campus—Blake built his early career in outside sales with Hugg and Hall Equipment. He joined the CertaPro team in 2017, bringing a passion for relationship-building and customer service that still defines his work today.

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