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New technology for reliable corrosion protection

Rust is not just a matter of chancel

Safe operation: Using online corrosion measurement, Elisabeth Schmitz monitors pipes in a plant for production of a chemical intermediate. X-rays (small photo) are also used to help prevent corrosion.

Corrosion damage is far more varied than would appear at first sight. It occurs in all kinds of different places and even affects stainless steel. We are all familiar with rust on cars, but industrial plants and equipment are also highly susceptible to corrosion damage. The consequences can range from production standstills and environmental damage to serious accidents. The aim must therefore be to reduce corrosion and avoid damage wherever possible.

Inspection without production stoppages

"Condition monitoring" of production facilities is one possibility, but in most cases the machines have to be switched off and that means losing production. Experts from the Materials Engineering Department of Bayer Technology Services are therefore pinning their hopes on two new processes: the development of intelligent methods to reduce corrosion and the prevention of corrosion without stopping production. Find out in the following article (PDF file) how large production plants can be protected from corrosion and how condition monitoring can prevent it even during operation.