Simplified access to corrosion-monitoring data
In January, this company introduced the Plantweb Insight Inline Corrosion application (photo) to provide the oil-and-gas industry real-time interpretation and analysis of critical data that helps prioritize maintenance and make informed integrity decisions. The Plantweb Insight Inline Corrosion application delivers field data from Roxar wireless corrosion transmitters, providing insight into instrument health and process corrosivity. It offers alerts on preset thresholds for severe corrosivity, probe lifespan for electric resistance (ER) probes, low battery levels and more. The easy-to-read dashboard displays an intuitive heatmap with intelligence on corrosivity of fluid levels based on the NACE standard. This latest industrial internet of things (IIoT)-based application seamlessly integrates into existing wireless infrastructures and delivers field data as frequently as once every 15 minutes. — Emerson, Stavanger, Norway
GRP shelters protect offshore process analyzers
Shelters fabricated from glass-fiber-reinforced polyester (GRP) are protecting gas metering instrumentation from the harsh North Sea environment on an offshore platform-upgrade project engineered by Oil & Gas Systems Ltd. Two outdoor shelters — supplied by this company — provide lightweight and corrosion-resistant protection for gas chromatograph analyzers and process transmitters mounted above new natural gas export pipelines connecting the platform to an onshore U.K. terminal. GRP materials were specified to protect the instrumentation. This allowed weight to be reduced significantly compared with metal shelters. GRP construction also provided excellent protection against both the harsh weather in the offshore location, and the local environmental conditions. The lightness of GRP compared to steel helped to reduce the size and weight of the metalwork structure that mounts the shelters directly above the export pipelines. All of the shelter fittings, apart from the finned aluminum bodies of the heaters, are fabricated from 316 stainless steel for corrosion resistance — including the panic-bar door opening mechanism. — Intertec Instrumentation, Sarnia, Ont., Canada
New powder coatings for protecting steel
This company’s new Interpon Redox range of powder coatings provides a simple route to maximum corrosion protection. It covers a full array of substrates, surfaces and environments — from cable cars and chemical plants to window frames and wind turbines. Long-term performance is paramount for specifiers, who rely on finding the right corrosion protection system for their steel products. However, the process of selecting the right system is influenced by various factors, such as the material used, the environment it is exposed to and how quickly it is likely to corrode. The company helps to simplify this decision-making process and offers users reliable corrosion protection, in all conditions. Already available in Europe, Interpon Redox will be launched this year in Asia and North America. — AkzoNobel Powder Coatings B.V., Amsterdam, the Netherlands
A power supply for advanced cathodic protection
The DCPro (photo, p.18) is an advanced cathodic-protection power supply. The DCPro is a significant improvement to the way traditional rectifiers convert a.c. to d.c. power when used in cathodic protection systems. With the DCPro, advanced technology provides a durable power supply that offers efficient, pure d.c.power while eliminating manual operations that have caused frustration with the use of conventional rectifiers. The power supply eliminates the need to manually adjust power output for cathodic protection systems. This can be accomplished reliably with the turn of a single knob. Corrosion control and the need for cathodic protection solutions continue to be essential for pipelines, storage tanks and other underground and underwater structures as they age. — Farwest Corrosion Control Co., Downey, Calif.
Handheld XRF analyzer offers fast material identification
The new Vanta Element X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzer (photo) offers speed, reliability, ruggedness, connectivity and smartphone-like ease of use in a cost-effective handheld model. The Vanta Element analyzer is suitable for use in corrosion detection, scrap recycling and metal manufacturing. Users can obtain clear material and grade identification in seconds and compare alloy grades on the instrument’s screen. With a dual-core processor and powered by the company’s proven Axon Technology, the Vanta Element analyzer has the same stability and resolution as the rest of the Vanta series for rapid sorting and a fast ROI. Built for use in demanding environments, Vanta Element analyzers are IP54-rated for resistance to dust and moisture and constructed to pass a 4-ft drop test (MIL-STD-810G) to help keep you working in case of an accidental drop or impact. For additional protection, a stainless-steel faceplate is paired with a thick (50µm) Kapton window that can be easily attached and removed for toolless window changes in the field. — Olympus Corp., Waltham, Mass.
A perfect team for eco-friendly corrosion protection systems
The unique combination of a waterborne zinc-rich primer (Dynasylan SIVO 140) and an ultra-high solid siloxane-hybrid binder (Silikopon EF) formulation combines the most effective corrosion protection (C5 Class) with easy handling in just two layers. This highly effective partnership of perfectly adjusted binders leads to higher productivity by improved curing speed and lower total film thickness. Total costs can be significantly reduced by this two-layer system. Furthermore, it only releases 20 g/m² of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The waterborne binder Dynasylan SIVO 140 was especially designed for use in two-pack zinc-dust paints for application in areas that require heavy-duty corrosion protection (for instance, for overhead power-line utility poles, bridges, exterior ship hulls and industrial facilities). Silikopon EF is a siloxane-epoxy hybrid resin suitable for ultra-high solids, eco-friendly coatings for gloss, color retention and weather resistance during outdoor use. Of particular significance is that it permits the production of non-isocyanate curing two-pack formulations with a very low-VOC content. Silikopon EF allows two-coat corrosion-protection coatings, which can replace the classic three-coat systems by reducing costs for application and total material consumption at the same time. — Evonik Industries AG, Essen, Germany
A deep-reaching solution for corroding rebar
Mitigating corrosion of embedded rebar is a perennial problem for reinforced-concrete structures, requiring preventative maintenance and repair. Topical corrosion-inhibiting treatments require a clean, properly prepared surface area to work as intended. MCI-2020 Gel is designed to work when proper surface preparation cannot be achieved or is economically undesirable, by delivering the company’s proven Migrating Corrosion Inhibitor (MCI) technology directly to the depth of reinforcement (photo). MCI-2020 Gel is an injectable corrosion inhibitor that provides a robust dose of corrosion protection directly where it is most needed. Once inside the concrete, the inhibitor can also move laterally through the concrete along the embedded reinforcement via liquid and vapor diffusion. MCI molecules deposit across metal surfaces, forming a molecular layer that acts as a barrier to corrosive elements, such as chlorides and carbonation. — Cortec Corp., St. Paul, Minn.
Corrosion protection for steel reinforcement
MasterProtect 8500 CI is a new corrosion inhibitor developed by this company’s scientists after years of research and tests to enhance and complement the broader refurbishment and repair portfolio for concrete. MasterProtect 8500 CI is a dual-function, silane-based corrosion inhibitor that can be applied to the surface of all types of reinforced concrete structures — both new and existing — without changing the appearance of the concrete. The dual functionality of MasterProtect 8500 CI separates it from existing inhibitors, because its unique blend of high-quality silanes, combined with selective corrosion inhibitors ensures long-term protection of the concrete structures, extending their service life. The unique added value of MasterProtect 8500 CI is that it ensures protection also in the case of post-application cracks, as proven by various independent tests. In addition, MasterProtect 8500 CI has a very low viscosity to improve penetration into the concrete over a wide temperature range, a lower VOC content and a higher flash point. — BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany
Sustainable surface treatment for aluminum processors
Bonderite M-NT 65000 was originally developed for aluminum alloy components (photo) for the aerospace industry and sets new benchmarks for corrosion protection, paint adhesion and low electrical-contact resistance. As a REACH compliant, non-toxic labeled and hexachromium-free conversion product, it offers a convenient, efficient and sustainable alternative to conventional Cr+6 -based aluminum surface-treatment processes. Bonderite M-NT 65000 can be used with standard equipment, requires no filtration and no post-treatment. — Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Düsseldorf, Germany
A new coolant with engine corrosion protection
Introduced last month, WT SUPRA Coolant is an environmentally friendly inhibitor concentrate based on a patented carboxylate technology that delivers extended service life and superior corrosion protection in engines. The product has been specifically designed for use in marine two-stroke, four-stroke and stationary engines, as well as smaller, high-speed auxiliary engines. WT SUPRA contains no inorganic ingredients, such as phosphates, nitrates, amines, boron or silicates. — Total Lubmarine, Nanterre, France