Counteracting rust
Iron, oxygen and water are the combination needed for corrosion to form. Steel is used in many industries where safety is paramount. In these industries, corrosion protection should be a priority. Rust causes the metal to expand, which puts a lot of stress on the whole structure while weakening the metal, making it brittle and flaking. You can read more here about what corrosion is.
Simple habits such as keeping metal products in dry places can go a long way towards preventing rust. However, it is not always possible to place metal products in dry places, and it becomes even more important to protect the metal parts. With us at Tribotec® you will find dry and liquid rust inhibitors that help protect and preserve metal parts.
Preventing rust
To reduce or prevent steel from rusting, it needs to be protected. This can be done in several ways with many different types of corrosion protection products. You can find corrosion inhibiting products such as
Dry rust inhibitors
The advantages of dry rustproofing are many. Traditionally, metal parts are oiled to protect them from rust, which takes time and resources as the rust protection needs to be washed off after use, not to mention the environmental risks associated with washing. If you use dry corrosion protection instead, you do not need to wash the metal parts and can instead just unpack and start using it right away. VCI packaging is also made of polythene plastic, which is recyclable. At Tribotec, you will find a wide range of dry corrosion protection solutions for your business. You will find, among other things:
- Cortec VCI hood - used in standard pallets as anti-corrosion packaging. Available in a wide range of customised dimensions.
- Cortec VCI pouch - used as anti-corrosion packaging for small volumes and unit packs.
- Cortec VCI shrink film - durable plastic film that provides effective protection when stored outdoors for long periods, or during sea transport.
- Cortec VCI 105 anti-corrosion emitter - plastic box with anti-corrosion powder that is placed in closed spaces such as electrical cabinets and toolboxes. The powder is portioned out and provides excellent protection for metal parts.
- Cortec VCI paper - protective and biodegradable packaging material. Can be used on its own or in combination with plastic.
Here you can read more about how to prevent rust with dry rust inhibitors.
Liquid corrosion protection
Liquid corrosion protection is an excellent choice during transport because the surface is less sensitive to impact. Another advantage is that liquid corrosion protection makes the process smoother if only certain small parts of an object need to be protected. You don't wrap the whole vehicle or engine in VCI plastic, instead the product is brushed onto the small areas. Anti-corrosion fluid can be based on oil, solvent or water. At Tribotec we have a wide range of liquid rust protection solutions for your business. With us you will find, among other things:
- Cortec 369 VCI lubricating oil-based rust inhibitor - provides long-lasting outdoor protection against corrosion.
- Cortec 369 VCI lubricating oil-based rust inhibitor spray - oil-based temporary coating in spray form for long-lasting outdoor protection against corrosion.
- Cortec 418 LM VCI degreaser with rust inhibitor - alkaline, non-foaming, silicate-free detergent for degreasing and cleaning industrial equipment.
- Cortec 649 VCI anti-corrosion additive for cooling systems - provides long-term protection against corrosion in closed systems with fresh water, steam or glycol.
- Cortec 389 Biocorr VCI rust inhibitor, water-based - biodegradable corrosion protection for metal components during storage and transport.
- Cortec Biocorr VCI rust inhibitor, water-based - environmentally friendly multi-metal protection that leaves an invisible, dry protective film.
You can read more about liquid rust inhibitors here.
Questions about how to prevent rust? Contact us at Tribotec®
If you have any further questions or concerns about rust prevention and control, please contact you are most welcome to contact us at Tribotec. You can also find answers in our FAQ. Tribotec - we offer sustainable solutions.
