Mitigate epoxy coating hazards with these three steps
Use of epoxy coating can pose potential health hazards to applicators. Steps are outlined for staying safe and while realizing their coating benefits.
Oil Storage Tank Failure – A MIC Case Study
Bottom plate oil tank damaged by microbiologically influenced corrosion - a form of underdeposit corrosion that corrodes steel at the rate of 1 mm/year
Surface Prep Standards – A Quick Summary
Naming conventions of surface prep standards can be confusing. This cheat sheet will help to ensure proper coating adherence to substrates.
Stopping Corrosion Under Insulation with Inorganic Polymers
Careful materials selection is vital for protecting against corrosion under insulation. Inorganic polymers are a choice that protects - in more ways than one.
The Basics on Testing Protective Coatings
The importance of coatings tests are explained and basic steps involved with field or service testing are presented.
Water Tank Coating Challenges
Coating water tanks require a specific skill set and involve much preparation. Safety and other challenges in protecting these assets are identified.
The Basics on Corrosion Surveys
Soil resistivity and pipe-to-soil potential surveys are two of the most fundamental field measurements. Both corrosion monitoring methods are explained.
What regular reporting can do for corrosion management, asset integrity
Inadequate reporting leads to asset integrity repercussions. Content, structure, and distribution of effective corrosion information is outlined.
How to Collect Samples for Diagnosing Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion
Analysis is required to confirm corrosion is caused by microbes. Proper sampling for diagnosing microbiologically influenced corrosion is outlined.
Coating New Ships: A Corrosion Basic That’s Anything But
A quick overview of the most expensive part of building a new vessel -- surface prep and coatings work for the prevention of corrosion.