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“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

Cycling is one of the largest activities on earth, serving as both a mode of transportation and a popular form of exercise in many countries. The millions of bikes used all over the planet range from inexpensive to more than the price of a used… Read More »NEWS ALERT: Battling Rust with Regular Bike Maintenance

Steering shafts and camshafts being manufactured in Europe needed corrosion protection for the long shipment from Switzerland to the USA. Rust preventatives that the company had previously used (Castrol Rustilo 650 and Castrol Rustilo DW 924) were considered difficult to work with and not environmentally… Read More »CASE HISTORY SPOTLIGHT: Case History #182: Rust Prevention on Steering Shafts and Camshafts

Preservation of metals is not just something that is needed when mothballing an industrial facility. It is also important for manufacturers of metal parts and equipment that must be like-new when the end user puts them into service. Keeping these vulnerable metals rust-free in uncontrolled… Read More »Press Release: Metal Preservation 101 for Manufacturers