Corrosion is a widespread and costly problem that affects every industry on the planet. Did you know that corrosion costs the world $2.2 trillion per year, more than 3% of global GDP? No metal is immune to corrosion. However, corrosion can be slowed, managed, or...
Every manufacturer's worst nightmare is equipment breaking. It cuts down on productivity when you have to shut down and wait for repairs. There's now a way around this. Composite material makes it possible to fix broken equipment without losing production time....
If you run a factory, you understand the necessity of clean and well-maintained pipes. In every factory and industrial system, particular threats exist that can cause harm to your system integrity. One of the most common threats is corrosion. Corrosion happens as...
Cold weather can cause pipes to burst, and it's not because the icy water inside them has expanded and caused them to pop. A winter plumbing mishap like this is down to pressure in the pipes — pressure that you can avoid with the right preparation. That doesn't just...
Research shows that tanks have an average lifespan of 20 years. However, this duration may differ depending on the material, installation method, and maintenance practices. Despite their durability, storage tanks may wear out with time due to exposure to external...
Looking for some corrosion prevention techniques? Corrosion is when metal deteriorates due to moisture and air. Oxidizing agents change the chemical composition of the metal. This is what turns your shiny metal pipe into a brittle rusted one. Global expenditure on...
All companies that distribute, manufacture, or sell drinking water in North America are required to comply with NSF/ANSI 61. What is NSF/ANSI 61? Do you have to be NSF 61 certified or only NSF 61 compliant? What's the difference? If these questions are making you...
In 1919, a distilling tank exploded in Puerto Rico due to unsatisfactory safety inspections. It emptied 2.5 million gallons of molasses and killed 21 people. While storage tank failures are common, but they are preventable. An industrial tank reconstruction might be...
Industrial system breakdowns can cause huge financial losses. Waiting for these issues to get fixed makes matters even worse, resulting in bigger losses in time and profits. If you're tired of going through the usual waiting time to get your system fixed, then it's...
The weather is highly unpredictable, and the US experiences about 20 destructive natural disasters each year. The worst part of natural disasters is often the aftermath. General accidents are just as unpredictable. Extensive damages are expensive and cost millions to...