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A technical data sheet (TDS) is a document provided with a product that lists various pieces of information about the product. Oftentimes, technical data sheets include product composition, methods of use, operating requirements, common applications, warnings and pictures of the…
A stress concentration factor (Kt) is a dimensionless factor that is used to quantify how concentrated the stress is in a mechanical part. It is defined as the ratio of the highest stress in the part compared to a reference stress. A stress concentration, also known as a stress…
Impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) is an electrochemical process used to prevent corrosion in metal structures by applying a controlled electrical current to the metal. This process involves the use of an external power source to apply an electrical current to the metal…
Pressure equipment is defined as a containment apparatus with a difference in pressure between the internal and external environment. Some examples of pressure equipment are pipelines and pressure vessels that are used to transport and store fluids. In the oil and gas industry, the most…
Commonly used in process industries, pressure vessels are manufactured with the intention that the pressure inside the container will be different from the pressure outside. To ensure this pressure differential can occur, a pressure vessel must be completely sealed; if leaks are present…
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Managing anticipated internal erosion and corrosion in arduous service environments is a challenging task. The majority of these process vessels are constructed from readily available and relatively inexpensive carbon steel. Interaction of carbon steel and process service environments can…
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The short answer to the question is yes. Zinc does rust. Like all metals, zinc corrodes when exposed to air and moisture. However, this element does not rust like most other metals. Iron, for example, reacts with water and oxygen in the atmosphere to form hydrated iron (III) oxide on the…
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Xylan is an industrial dry film lubricant consisting primarily of one or more fluoropolymers including polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) (Figure 1), perfluoroalkoxy alkane (PFA) and fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP). This coating is generally used to reduce friction, improve wear…
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A corrosion rate conversion is a technique to change the measurement units of a given corrosion rate to another unit for comparison purposes or a specific engineering application. When converting a corrosion rate between these units you must keep in mind that a mil is a thousandth of an…
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In the realm of oil pipelines, corrosion stands as a formidable adversary. However, self-healing coatings shine bright as a beacon of hope.
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These impurities, which are often found in crude oil, can cause corrosion in pipelines, vessels and refinery equipment:
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Bolts, or fasteners, are often the areas where corrosion starts and where its effects have the most serious consequences. Here’s how to prevent against it:
Fouling in heat exchangers is a very typical challenge. Corrosion and fouling expert Aldrich Tyto explains how to tackle it:
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