Corrosion is defined as a refined metal that is naturally converted to a more stable form such as its hydroxide or sulphide state. Metal corrodes when it reacts with another substance such as oxygen, hydrogen or bacteria. Corrosion can also happen when metals are placed under too much stress causing the material to crack. Corrosion leads to deterioration of the material. In this section you can find newsitems related to all types of corrosion such as stress corrosion cracking, intergranular corrosion, pitting, and corrosion fatigue. If you wish to include your newsrelease on our website and email newsletter, please feel free to contact Joanne McIntyre.
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BP shuts down offshore oil field
BP PLC has shut down an offshore oil field in the Arctic Ocean after a small leak was detected in a gas line.
Halifax Harbour restoration
By 2010, three sewage treatment plants, made almost entirely of stainless steel, will help to restore Halifax harbour (Nova Scotia, Canada) to its original purity.
2205 HR duplex SS strips
Baosteel has become the first Chinese steel maker to successfully produce 2205 hot rolled high strength duplex stainless steel strip.
Stainless skin for memorial
Three stainless steel spires soar skyward above the greater Washington DC area, evocative of the âbomb-burstâ? flying formation performed by US Air Force jets.
SS opportunities in the UK
At the Regional Forum prior to the Annual Dinner of the British Stainless Steel Association (BSAA), held on 9 November 2006, the Director, Mr Nigel Ward reminded delegates of the growth opportunities for use in the UK and reviewed the latest activities of the BSSA to promote and support development of the market.
Duplex desalination milestones
Duplex stainless steels have emerged as optimal materials for desalination.