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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Smarter corrosion detector
InterCorr has recently added field/plant corrosion monitoring capabilities with the acquisition of the SmartCETTM line of online, real-time technology (www.buySmartCET.com) based on electrochemical noise for assessment of both general and localised corrosion.
Sandvik extends tubing stock
Sandvik Steel has extended its range of tubing with the addition of new sizes and a new highly corrosion-resistant steel grade.
Sandvik to supply reheater tubes to Drax
Sandvik Steel has announced that it has received a large order to supply reheater tubes to AES Drax Power Station for refurbishment work to be carried out during the spring outage beginning April 2002.
Titanium risers
Stolt Comex Seaway, with financial assistance from the EC, has undertaken a project to demonstrate the value of titanium alloy pipes as a practical alternative to current flexible pipe technology for dynamic risers in floating production systems for the recovery of oil and gas reserves.
Fertiliser tube order from China
Sandvik Steel has received its largest ever order for heat exchanger tubes from the fertiliser industry in China.
Stainless UK creates marine division
Stainless UK Ltd has formed a new marine division which will specialise in corrosion- resistant materials for coastal and riverside projects.