Sacrificial anodes are elements that are installed in pipes or tanks so that the whole system is free of corrosion, when they are implemented they displace all the corrosion towards them and thus protect the metal. In order to generate this effect, the materials to be used must be pure, such as zinc, magnesium or […]
Myth: off-shore wind energy is not a viable renewable energy option. Reality: Offshore wind has been around for about 20 years and has become an important part of the energy mix in the developed countries of the world. Some of the best wind resources in the United States are offshore, which have the added benefit […]
Cathodic protection is a method to prevent corrosion in buried and submerged metallic structures. It allows extending the life of the structures, obtaining both high benefits to the safety and reliability of the installations, as well as significant reduction of total costs during the life of the assets. It is commonly used to protect numerous […]
The oil and gas industry is concerned with the production and supply of petroleum products from start to finish. It is one of the world’s largest industries, one of the most capital-intensive and one of the largest contributors to the global economy. The industry can be divided into three key areas: upstream, midstream and downstream, […]
Non-destructive testing (NDT) is an inspection and analysis technique used by the oil and gas industry, among others, to evaluate pipeline properties without destroying the serviceability of the original system. Surface corrosion, mechanical damage and cracks are the most common discontinuities detected by visual examinations. As NDT managers or project engineers working for a utility […]
Mechanical integrity is the management of critical process assets to ensure that they are designed, operated and installed correctly.
Corrosion and fatigue have been the dominant degradation mechanisms in offshore structures, and the combination of the two, known as corrosion fatigue, has amplified effects on structures in harsh marine environments. New types of structure are now being developed for use in harsh and highly dynamic marine environments, particularly for renewable energy applications. However, they […]
Duct integrity means ensuring that ducts and all related components are functioning properly. In short, it’s all about keeping the pipeline safe for life.
Continuous research and advances in coatings, cathodic protection (SPC) helps to understand and prevent corrosion of a metal.
