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Remote Corrosion Monitoring Systems in the Oil and Gas Industry Remote Corrosion Monitoring Systems in the Oil and Gas Industry Remote Corrosion Monitoring Systems in the Oil and Gas Industry Remote Corrosion Monitoring Systems in the Oil and Gas Industry


Companies use remote corrosion monitoring systems to prevent pipelines and other plant equipment from failing in the field. Discover where...

The Best Process for Distilling Waste Solvents The Best Process for Distilling Waste Solvents The Best Process for Distilling Waste Solvents The Best Process for Distilling Waste Solvents


Distilling and reusing solvents, instead of paying a company to haul it away and buying new solvents, makes more sense to the margins and...

How to Enhance Safety When Working With Volatile Organic Compounds How to Enhance Safety When Working With Volatile Organic Compounds How to Enhance Safety When Working With Volatile Organic Compounds How to Enhance Safety When Working With Volatile Organic Compounds


VOCs are emitted from coatings used in the corrosion protection industry. Several techniques are available that reduce the VOCs produced...

Why Pigging Out Is A-OK When It Comes to Cleaning Pipelines Why Pigging Out Is A-OK When It Comes to Cleaning Pipelines Why Pigging Out Is A-OK When It Comes to Cleaning Pipelines Why Pigging Out Is A-OK When It Comes to Cleaning Pipelines


This article examines pipeline operational pigging for internal corrosion prevention, including requirements, pig types, pig selection,...

Coating Holidays & Pinholes: Chinks in the Armor Coating Holidays & Pinholes: Chinks in the Armor Coating Holidays & Pinholes: Chinks in the Armor Coating Holidays & Pinholes: Chinks in the Armor


Defects in a coating film can ultimately leave the metal substrate vulnerable to corrosion, thus negating the purpose of the protective...

Corrosion Prevention in Aboveground and Underground Tanks Corrosion Prevention in Aboveground and Underground Tanks Corrosion Prevention in Aboveground and Underground Tanks Corrosion Prevention in Aboveground and Underground Tanks


Corrosion in aboveground and underground storage tanks (ASTs and USTs) can have devastating effects. Using corrosion resistant tank...

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Each of the various types of wet abrasive blasting techniques offers advantages for certain situations. Three types are examined:...

How Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is Changing Sewer and Pipeline Asset Management How Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is Changing Sewer and Pipeline Asset Management How Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is Changing Sewer and Pipeline Asset Management How Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is Changing Sewer and Pipeline Asset Management


New closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras are used by water authorities and underground pipeline operators to inspect pipes, identify...

The Use of Vinyl Coatings for Tools and Small Metal Parts The Use of Vinyl Coatings for Tools and Small Metal Parts The Use of Vinyl Coatings for Tools and Small Metal Parts The Use of Vinyl Coatings for Tools and Small Metal Parts


Versatile vinyl coatings are cost-effective and versatile for tools and metal part applications, especially those that require heat or...

Using 3D Laser Analysis for Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation of Pipeline Corrosion Using 3D Laser Analysis for Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation of Pipeline Corrosion Using 3D Laser Analysis for Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation of Pipeline Corrosion Using 3D Laser Analysis for Nondestructive Testing and Evaluation of Pipeline Corrosion


NDT inspectors are able to perform inspection services in difficult to access areas, including confined spaces, elevated areas, and on and...

Understanding and Preventing Fretting Corrosion Damage in Electrical Devices Understanding and Preventing Fretting Corrosion Damage in Electrical Devices Understanding and Preventing Fretting Corrosion Damage in Electrical Devices Understanding and Preventing Fretting Corrosion Damage in Electrical Devices


There are a number of measures that can be taken to mitigate the effects of fretting corrosion, which fall into two approaches: fretting...

5 Things to Consider When Selecting Wet or Vapor Abrasive Blasting Equipment 5 Things to Consider When Selecting Wet or Vapor Abrasive Blasting Equipment 5 Things to Consider When Selecting Wet or Vapor Abrasive Blasting Equipment 5 Things to Consider When Selecting Wet or Vapor Abrasive Blasting Equipment


With many designs on the market it’s hard to know what to look for. Here we examine five things to consider when selecting wet or vapor...

7 Methods of Coating Thickness Measurement 7 Methods of Coating Thickness Measurement 7 Methods of Coating Thickness Measurement 7 Methods of Coating Thickness Measurement


Measurement of film thickness can be done with many different instruments. Understanding the equipment available for film thickness...

Corrosion Prevention for Water Pumps, Valves, Impellers and Fittings Corrosion Prevention for Water Pumps, Valves, Impellers and Fittings Corrosion Prevention for Water Pumps, Valves, Impellers and Fittings Corrosion Prevention for Water Pumps, Valves, Impellers and Fittings


Pumps, valves, impellers, and fittings are highly susceptible to several types of corrosion, including erosion, galvanic, pitting and...

How to Select the Best Value Monitoring and Testing Tools How to Select the Best Value Monitoring and Testing Tools How to Select the Best Value Monitoring and Testing Tools How to Select the Best Value Monitoring and Testing Tools


Substandard tools are insufficient for monitoring and testing pipelines or other equipment in the refining and process industries. The...

How Corrosion Coupon Holders Can Preserve Your Valuable Assets How Corrosion Coupon Holders Can Preserve Your Valuable Assets How Corrosion Coupon Holders Can Preserve Your Valuable Assets How Corrosion Coupon Holders Can Preserve Your Valuable Assets


Metal corrosion is inevitable, but it can be monitored and measured with corrosion coupons. The right tool facilitates inserting and...

The 5 Most Important Considerations when Selecting Internal Tank Linings The 5 Most Important Considerations when Selecting Internal Tank Linings The 5 Most Important Considerations when Selecting Internal Tank Linings The 5 Most Important Considerations when Selecting Internal Tank Linings


When selecting a tank liner, the number of options available can be nearly unmanageable. However, by considering some key points, the...