what is piping? Piping systems are vulnerable to a lot of sources of damage. This is true of your in-home pipes and industrial system-sized pipes, too. However, bigger pipes usually mean bigger problems. Larger piping systems are used at higher frequencies and...
In the past decade and a half, the United States Congress and the Environmental Protection Agency enacted new standards on diesel. This resulted in unintended consequences like tank corrosion. If you have an underground diesel storage tank for your business or own a...
Are you tossing up between whether to reline your pipes or have them completely replaced? Typically, the decision comes down to time and money, especially as pipe relining doesn't require multiple days of digging and expensive replacement materials. Even though...
“Don’t mind it, it’s just a little rust.” Have you heard this line before? People often underestimate the effects of corrosion. However, here at RAK, we take corrosion control very seriously. A study sponsored by the FHWA and NACE revealed that the annual total cost...
In the past, construction companies would place pipes in homes or factories made out of cast iron or clay, which means that over time they would rust and break. Nowadays, newly built homes use PVC pipes instead, but most older homes or factories still have iron cast...
We enjoy many modern conveniences today that we don't even think about. One of those conveniences is our infrastructure for things such as water, oil, and natural gas. Water flowing from our kitchen and bathroom faucets is a miracle, yet most of us take it for...
Leak repair is something you may not know much about, but it is very important when it comes to operating any type of plant. Being able to maintain effective corrosion management without shutting down helps keep many plant operations flowing without downtime. What is...
Industrial pipelines are critical infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of various processes. These pipelines can break down because of leaks, reduced water pressure, and potential system failures. Common Signs of Water Pipeline Burst Visible Corrosion: Rust,...