Materials Selection
The Composition of a Paint Coating
A coating is a substance spread over a surface to provide protection or to serve decorative purposes. Here's an overview of paint coatings,...
Why One Insulation Material Does Not Fit All Applications
Johns Manville Industrial Insulation Group explains why there isn’t a single insulation on the market today that will provide optimal...
The Impact of the Pipeline Safety Act of 2011 on the Industry
Even though pipelines are one of the safest and most reliable forms of energy transportation, there is a long history of pipeline failures...
What We Can Learn From Mass Underground Water Pipe Corrosion
A lack of effective corrosion prevention could be a main cause for the failure of the metallic pipes used for the water system. This...
Specifying the Gold Standard for Color and Protection
A world-class corrosion expert discusses the 'gold standard' coating system for proven corrosion protection and color resilience—the key...
Corrosion Risks and Prevention for Geodesic Dome Roofs
Popularized in modern architectural designs, geodesic dome roofs also cover storage tanks in the oil & gas, chemical and water treatment...
The Key Causes of System-Dependent Corrosion in Piping Systems
A combination of factors can cause system-dependent corrosion in a piping system. Learn more about them here.
3 Truths About Titanium Dioxide Corrosion Prevention
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is one of the most widely investigated and tested metal oxides due to its desirable properties, relatively low cost...
Why Are My Insulation Surface Temperatures Out of Spec?
Designing the thermal insulation for a piping system involves issues such as thermal shift, safe-to-touch temperatures and using the...
How Insulating Coatings Are Winning Against Corrosion Under Insulation
Conventional thermal insulation materials can promote corrosion under insulation (CUI). Insulating coatings are quickly gaining popularity...
The Advantages of Pure Polyurea Coatings for Protecting Water Treatment Plant Infrastructure
Pure polyurea offers several advantages as a protective coating for water treatment plants, pipelines, storage tanks, process vessels and...
Your Guide to Corrosion-Resistant Metals
Here's a handy guide to understanding corrosion-resistant metals, including the applications where each is appropriate, how they are used...
8 Things to Know About Polyurea Coatings
Polyurea coatings are preferred where other coatings fail to protect the substrate. They have the unique advantage of moisture resistance,...
Mega Rust: Navy Trends in Shipbuilding & Corrosion Control
In an in-depth interview, Mega Rust chairman Dave Zilber shares his views on U.S. Navy ship design and construction, contractor methods,...
Working to Overcome Poor Quality Coating Practices in International Shipbuilding
This article delves into marine coating quality control problems in the wake of the 2008 shipbuilding boom, which have resulted in...
The Treatment of Rusted Surfaces When Proper Surface Preparation Is Not an Option
Paints must be applied to surfaces that are entirely free from rust and other contamination. This may not be possible in some situations,...
Accelerated Corrosion Testing with Calcium Silicate and Perlite Insulations
Discusses tests using industry-accepted ASTM protocols and accelerated tests under simulated “real-world” environmental and installation...
Defining Service Requirements & Environmental Factors for Coating Specification
An expert coatings engineer describes the international standards and procedures necessary to define environmental factors and durability...
An Introduction to Stainless Steels
The broad array of stainless steels available provides a vast portfolio of capabilities. However, each alloy has distinct advantages and...
