Corrosion repair is the process of fixing, restoring or rebuilding something that has deteriorated into a defective, damaged or inferior condition because of corrosion. Repair aims to produce a usable or operating condition that meets inspection and reliability test standards. Pitting and flaking… View Full Term
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A problem that civil engineers currently face is corrosion of the steel reinforcements commonly found in aging infrastructure. Recent research examines how corrosion affects the shear strength of construction materials such as reinforced concrete.
By: Nemanja Pavlovic
Past President of the Polyurea Development Association (PDA), Kyle Flanagan, is a coatings and polyurea chemist and entrepreneur based in California. His company, Freedom Chemical Corporation, is a leading formulator and...
By: Kyle Flanagan, B.S. | Technical Director, Freedom Chemical Corporation
In the decade that I've been working with polyurea spray coating technologies, plus four additional years on the polyurethane chemistry side, we have come a long way in our understanding of the advantages and disadvantages...
Liquid materials can present a threat to the soil, groundwater and surface water if accidentally spilled or leaked from the tanks where such materials are contained. These substances must be stored in such a way that if a...
By: Osmay Oharriz, Ch.E., M.Sc. | Oil & Gas Industry Manager, Belzona Inc.
A hybrid anode system that combines the elements of realkalization, cathodic protection and galvanic protection can be used as a protection system for the concrete element or the whole structure.
By: Corrie Cook
Concrete maintenance should involve a proper root cause analysis that must be carried out to identify and understand the source of the problem.
By: Hamid Khan
Water is an essential ingredient in concrete. Initially, moisture must be present for desired properties. However, excessive moisture in a concrete...
By: Fred Goodwin | Head Corrosion Competency Center, BASF Construction Chemicals
Proper attention to surface preparation is essential to achieve a robust bond between repair materials and the existing concrete substrate.
Corrosion of reinforcing steel in concrete is a worldwide problem that causes a range of economic, aesthetic and utilization issues. However, if corrosion effects are considered early in a project, structures can be designed to last.
By: Wesley Fawaz | xecutive Officer, Australasian Corrosion Association
Corrosion resistance in reinforced concrete can be achieved by several methods including…
By: Krystal Nanan | Civil Engineer
A case study in the structural strengthening and concrete repair practices for the ongoing operational efficiency and durability of concrete grain silos.
By: J Barry
Concrete may need to be prepared for repairs and overlays, or to clean and/or roughen the surface for the application of a subsequent protective coating. Learn 6 ways to measure surface profiles for concrete surface preparation.
By: Corrosionpedia Staff
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