
Intergranular Corrosion: What It Is and How To Stop It
Intergranular corrosion (IGC) or intergranular attack (IGA) is a preferential or localized corrosion that proceeds along a metal’s grain...
Intergranular corrosion (IGC) or intergranular attack (IGA) is a preferential or localized corrosion that proceeds along a metal’s grain...
Preventing galvanic corrosion involves applying countermeasures early in the design phase. Understanding the mechanisms involved in this electrochemical reacti
How to Avoid Chelant-Based Corrosion in a Boiler System’s Water Pipes
The careful selection of coatings and substrate materials based on the service exposure of electrical equipment and controls can improve the reliability and co
Extending the Service Life of Electric Submersible Pumps in Oil and Gas Wells
Fretting Corrosion Between Metals, Its Causes, Some Examples, and How to Prevent It
When it comes to corrosion engineering, seawater is one of the most important environments to discuss. Here we'll take a look at what causes pipeline corrosion
The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) formed by NACE International and SSPC to help corrosion professionals.
The corrosion or rusting of iron creates a reddish-brown hydrated iron oxide. Understanding how iron…
Discover the mechanical properties of metals used for construction materials and how corrosion influences the metal’s internal structure.
AC induced corrosion of buried pipelines can occur due to placing electrical utilities in a common right of way. Fortunately there are ways to reduce...
The proper design to minimize corrosion is as important as the selection of materials. In many structures, a lack of design consideration given to corrosion co
Hot corrosion is a concern in gas turbines that can lead to a failure, but can be detected and prevented by material selection, protective coatings and...
Preventing temporary corrosion is an essential strategy for winning the battle against material loss due to deterioration of metals during manufacturing stages
Many techniques such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and x-ray diffraction (XRD) can be employed to provide vital information about corrosion products.
Flanges and valves collectively continue to be a major source of hydrocarbon leaks and releases, according to HSE guidance. For flange repairs, major oil & gas
We often use the term "rust" to mean corrosion, but these two terms do not mean the same thing.Distinguishing between Rust and CorrosionRust is a coating that...
Airless sprayers work by pumping high-pressure paints or coatings through a hose to the nozzle of the spray gun. As the paint is forced through the tip of the nozzle, it...
Applying a protective coating to metallic surfaces is the most effective method to mitigate corrosion damage. According to a National Association of Corrosion Engineers...
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Editor's note: this question was answered in The Use of Insulation Coatings for Burn Protection, a Webinar from Corrosionpedia. See more on our Webinar page.Thermal...