When selecting materials to deal with atmospheric corrosion, engineers have to balance three different objectives: Capital cost Operation and maintenance costs Functional conditions the material must operate in, yet still…
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THE PROBLEM A steel company faced a significant challenge with the condition of the break room floor. The concrete floor of the 800 sq. ft. room had begun to crack…
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THE PROBLEM This Midwest Coke & Battery Plant was having problems with erosion and corrosion in their bag houses, causing small holes that constantly needed welding. They were looking for…
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Pipe Color Code Standard and Piping Color Codes Chart
ABSTRACT The use of horizontal directional drills (HDDs) is an ever-increasing pipeline installation technique. As HDDs increase, there is an increased probability for coating damage, even when coated with traditional mill or field…
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PROBLEM The veins on this vertical inline pump for a cooling tower at a refinery had severe abrasion wear because of the 30 years of service it provided. The client…
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PROBLEM Tank Farm Fuel Line Coating: A contractor responsible for maintaining a tank farm with airport jet fuel lines encountered significant challenges in their coating process. The jet fuel lines,…
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PROBLEM This hydraulic cylinder on an automotive assembly line hoist was scored and pitted causing loss of hydraulic oil, efficiency, and a hydraulic fluid puddle that could lead to a…
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The Problem USI was approached for a heavy-duty floor protection system suitable for the concrete floors operating in an aggressive industrial environment. The ideal system would offer longevity in service…
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The Problem This steel mill was dealing with a lot of pitting on their floors. They were looking for a solution that could easily smooth out the floor without having…
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