Corrosion Basics: Cathodic Protection in Fixed Seawater Structures
An introduction to sacrificial galvanic and impressed current cathodic protection (CP) systems for mitigating corrosion in fixed seawater structures.
What does corrosion management have to do with sustainability?
Questions to ask to determine if your organization needs to tie its sustainability goals to corrosion management.
New methods needed for MIC testing in fracking wells
More than one bacterial family can cause microbiologically induced corrosion (MIC) in shale fracking wells; its key to know which microbes are doing damage.
Polyurea coatings reduce marine environment’s costly effects
Surface prep, application, and use of polyurea coatings for reducing costs for structures in marine environments.
Drones — for measuring coating thickness
Time, efficiency, and safety are just some of the benefits discussed of using drones to measure coating thickness.
Navy finds topside coatings solution that can be applied by sailors
In this post, see how the Navy saved money training ship’s sailors to apply new coating product that performed better than traditional silicone alkyds.
The science behind how coating systems protect the water you drink
Coatings inside water tanks require complex chemistry to protect the tank and ensure potable water storage safety. This post explains how it is achieved.
Case study concludes cathodic protection can protect bridge 25+ years
Marine corrosion protection: case study shows how cathodic protection protected bridge’s piles from corrosion and extend service life beyond 25-year estimate.
Building blocks of a successful corrosion management plan
NACE International identifies the three foundational building blocks needed for institutionalizing a corrosion management plan.
Why is microbial control becoming so important?
In this podcast from Materials Performance, learn the reasons behind the growing concerns of microbiologically induced corrosion, now a critical issue in the energy industry.