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Controlling Corrosion in Electronic Devices

The careful selection of coatings and substrate materials based on the service exposure of electrical equipment and controls can improve the reliability and co

By: Shivananda Prabhu
Prevention
Troubleshooting Cathodic Protection Systems and Function Systems

In order to ensure corrosion control of underground or submerged metallic structures, periodic function testing and troubleshooting of applied cathodic protect

By: Mahmoud Elmahdy | Senior Cathodic Protection Engineer
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Hot-dip vs Cold Galvanizing: What’s the Difference?

There are two main methods for galvanizing steel: hot-dip galvanizing and cold galvanizing. This article looks at these two galvanizing methods and discusses h

By: Krystal Nanan | Civil Engineer
Prevention
Nitriding for Corrosion and Wear Fatigue Resistance

Nitriding, the process of introducing nitrogen into a metal surface, is an excellent method of controlling corrosion, as well as wear and fatigue, in metals.

By: Mehdi Yari | Electrochemistry and Corrosion Laboratory at the University of Western Ontario
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Combating Cavitative Corrosion and Erosive Corrosion

Cavitation takes place in a fluid system, when the local fluid pressure in any region falls below the fluid’s characteristic vapor pressure, resulting in the instantaneous formation of gas vapor bubbles and gas pockets...

By: Shivananda Prabhu
Prevention
Corrosion Control Considerations in the Equipment Design Process

Corrosion is a global challenge that design engineers must address to reduce failures throughout the equipment life cycle. The electrochemical reaction that costs billions of dollars, both in direct and indirect costs, may...

By: Corrosionpedia Staff
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Why Concrete Delamination Occurs – and What to Do About It

Delaminations in concrete slabs can be a serious problem, but often they are heard before they are seen. Here's how to prevent them before...

By: Corrosionpedia Staff
Prevention
Gas Pipelines: Internal Corrosion Protection and Fire Prevention

Electrochemical reactions on the internal surfaces of gas pipelines can result in corrosion and, ultimately, gas leaks, fires and explosions. Here we...

By: Shivananda Prabhu
Prevention
Working towards Consensus in the Coatings and Corrosion Fields

Working towards Consensus in the Coatings and Corrosion Fields

By: Warren Brand | Owner, Chicago Corrosion Group and W Brand Consulting
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Why One Insulation Material Does Not Fit All Applications

It would be nice if there were a one-size-fits-all, high-temperature insulation solution for refineries, petrochemical facilities and power plants...

By: Industrial Insulation Group
Prevention
Specifying the Gold Standard for Color and Protection

Where color is required along with corrosion protection, the most widely specified paint coating system consists of a blast-cleaned surface, a zinc-rich primer and an epoxy intermediate, along with a top coat of polyurethane...

By: Rob Francis | Consultant, Aurecon Materials Technology Group
Prevention
Specifying FBE Coatings for High-Temp Pipelines

We spoke to fusion-bonded epoxy (FBE) expert, Alan Kehr, about specifying this material. Kehr has 40 years’ experience in the pipeline coatings industry, including R&D and technical service. He is currently the managing...

By: Alan Kehr | Managing Consultant, Alan Kehr Anti-Corrosion, LLC

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