Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, are ubiquitous organic chemicals that pose a threat to human health due to their high vapor pressure at room temperature. This high vapor pressure allows molecules to evaporate or sublimate from liquids and solids into the surrounding air. VOCs are often found in nature and…
Corrosion is an ever-present threat for any industry working with steel. The most popular form of corrosion protection is barrier coatings, which involves covering steel surfaces with a layer of protective paint. For many, barrier coatings are more than the industry standard: they’re the only option. However, there’s another form…
Corrosion Protection with New Cost-Effective Coating The annual cost of corrosion is over 3% of the world’s GDP, representing $2.2 trillion in U.S. dollars, according to the World Corrosion Organization. Read the full article here.
With oil and gas prices down by half from their recent highs, operations managers and corrosion engineers are finding that one of the best ways to cut costs and survive the downturn is to eliminate the ongoing costs associated with corrosion control on in-service structures made of carbon steel. Read…
Opinion: Coating Crucial to Stopping Tank Corrosion In truck and rail tankers and beyond, chemically bonded phosphate ceramics can stop corrosion, improve safety, extend equipment life and minimize maintenance and downtime. Read the full article here.
Thousands of chemicals, petroleum products, and corrosive elements like salt water brine are transported by tanker truck, railcar, and distributors, as well as processed in chemical tanks at facilities and refineries every day. Read the full article here.
There are many ways to prevent corrosion and galvanization is one of the most popular. Galvanization involves coating the base metal with zinc for protection from the outside environment. Despite its widespread use, there are dangers to galvanization, and we’re not just talking about the costs to your business! Read…
Unlike barrier coatings, EonCoat works as a surface treatment that alloys the carbon steel, allowing it to protect itself. Alloying the metal surface prevents rust from developing. Let’s take a closer look at the alloying process. Definition of an Alloy An alloy is a metal that’s combined with other substances…
Lone Star: Ceramic Coating Boosts Tank Protection The DFW Tank Cleaning facility in Waxahachie, Texas, specializes in chemical cleaning, and essential to that process are the internal flush tanks at the home base. These tanks hold the untreated wastewater from the first flushes of tanks that the company cleans during…
You may be surprised to learn that not all steel is created equal. In fact, there are three definitive types of carbon steel, all with their own specific uses and features. The type of carbon steel also determines how well it alloys with other components, which is vital when it…