August 11, 2023 One of the ironies of metal surface prep is that cleaning often makes the metal more susceptible to flash rust in the minutes, hours, or days immediately following. These rust speckles or a light layer of rust on the otherwise clean metal… Read More »NEWS ALERT: Add Flash Rust Inhibiting Power to Your Next Cleaning Formulation!
Bulk parts washing is a normal part of manufacturing. When that involves metal components, as in the auto industry, two considerations become especially important. Cortec® addresses both with its non-foaming, flash rust inhibiting VpCI®-418 LM. Prevent Flash Rust VpCI®-418 LM is a heavy-duty alkaline cleaner/degreaser. In addition… Read More »NEWS ALERT: Add Flash Rust Prevention to Your Parts Washer!
While Cortec VpCI® Technology has opened the doors to simpler, speedier forms of corrosion protection, some metal processors and manufacturers today are still doing things the hard way: applying a wet film rust preventative that must be cleaned off before it goes to the next stage… Read More »PRESS RELEASE: How to Improve WIP Cycle with Dry Rust Preventative Technology
“Reduce, reuse, recycle.” This popular slogan is a reminder of the importance of conserving and maximizing the resources already available. When it comes to metal, rust removal to reclaim a corroded part or piece of equipment would definitely fall into that category. Doing it with… Read More »PRESS RELEASE: Impossible made possible, plant derived compounds remove rust better than toxic acids, salute to circular economy!
Without basic hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, and pliers, very little work would get done. Cars would go unrepaired, manufacturing equipment would fall into disrepair, and buildings would not be constructed. In spite of their critical nature, tools often suffer the brunt of abuse… Read More »PRESS RELEASE: How to Prevent Rust on Hand Tools
Corrosion comes in many different forms with many different solutions, which is why it is important to be aware of the multiple metal types in need of protection. Someone who does not take this into account may do more harm than good by trying to… Read More »PRESS RELEASE: What to Know When Choosing a Yellow Metal Corrosion Inhibitor
Having a quality product is critical to successful corrosion control. However, the benefit is lost if the product is contaminated. Cortec® therefore offers the following tips to avoid product contamination and achieve best results in dip tanks and recirculating applications. Keep Your Product in Clean Containers… Read More »NEWS ALERT: Best Practices to Avoid Cortec® Product Contamination