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What Are The Latest Innovations In Corrosion Prevention For Water Infrastructure?
Corrosion prevention is a pressing concern for wastewater professionals in the U.S. and elsewhere. Corroded infrastructure can fail prematurely and cause other costly complications that disrupt operations and negatively impact providers’ reputations. What progress has occurred in tackling the problem and giving decision-makers new solutions to consider?
Cracks, wire corrosion, chemicals in soil led to catastrophic water main break, city says
Calgary’s catastrophic water main break in June was caused by factors including a mix of chemicals in soil, small cracks in the pipe’s outer layer, and corrosion and embrittlement that cause wires to snap, early findings from the city’s investigation has found.
7 ways to prevent rust and corrosion on scrap metal during winter
Winter weather poses significant challenges for scrapyards —primarily the rust and corrosion of scrap metal. Exposure to moisture, freezing temperatures, and changing weather accelerates these issues, weakening the structural integrity of metals and requiring more extensive cleaning, which can quickly drive up costs and lower profitability.
Safer, smarter monitoring: A new approach to corrosion prevention
Traditional techniques, while useful in certain contexts, come with significant limitations that hinder their effectiveness and efficiency. For instance, ultrasonic testing, though reliable for measuring wall thickness, requires direct access to clean surfaces of the equipment, making it impractical for large-scale or continuous monitoring.
Global Cathodic Protection Market Set to Reach USD 7.64 Billion by 2033, Driven by Increased Infrastructure Investments and Technological Advancements | Future Market Insights, Inc.
NEWARK, Del, Nov. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to Future Market Insights (FMI), the global cathodic protection (CP) market is poised for significant growth over the next decade. Valued at USD 4.60 Billion in 2023, the market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.2%, reaching an estimated USD 7.64 Billion by 2033. This growth is underpinned by rising infrastructure development, an expanding oil and gas industry, and increasing awareness regarding environmental and safety regulations.
Novel epoxy coating with graphene oxide increases corrosion protection performance
In a recent study, researchers developed an innovative epoxy coating that effectively prevents corrosion. The coating is based on amino-functionalized graphene oxide, treated with polyethyleneimine (PEI) to create the PEI-GO material. This PEI-GO compound was successfully incorporated into an epoxy matrix and applied to steel through cathodic electrophoretic deposition (C-EPD).
Understanding Corrosion and Its PreventiRusting Away No More: The Rising Tide of the Anti-Corrosion Coatings Marketon
Corrosion, the gradual deterioration of metal due to chemical reactions with the environment, is a silent but costly enemy for industries worldwide. From infrastructure to automotive, marine to aerospace, the impact of corrosion can be devastating, leading to structural weaknesses, safety hazards, and financial losses. However, there’s a beacon of hope shining through the gloom: the anti-corrosion coatings market.
The importance of accurate dissolved oxygen condensate/feedwater monitoring
Frequently, author Buecker sees a post on LinkedIn offering a blanket recommendation for feedwater deaeration in high-pressure utility steam generators. The various authors of these commentaries seem to be unaware of the issue of flow-accelerated corrosion (FAC). Given the potentially large distribution of LinkedIn posts, many people may be exposed to critical misinformation in this regard. I wrote about FAC issues in a Power Engineering series last autumn, followed by a recent article on trace metal analysis for feedwater corrosion monitoring.
Understanding Corrosion and Its Prevention
Corrosion is a major issue that affects many industries and can cause significant damage to infrastructure, equipment, and even the environment. World Corrosion Awareness Day, observed on April 24th each year, aims to raise awareness about this issue and promote the importance of corrosion prevention.