Corrosion protection Dry corrosion protection – a versatile solution to prevent corrosion
To protect screws, equipment, components and other metal products in industry from rusting, so-called dry rust protection is used. Usually, the rust protection consists of a plastic package, a bag, where the inside consists of a layer of protective agent against rust. When closing the bag, an active process starts where the rust protection leaves the plastic and protects the metal part.
These rust-protective packages are based on VCI technology (volatile corrosion inhibitors) and can, for example, consist of a hood, bag or flat film where the plastic is cut off to wrap larger objects to be protected.
When do you use dry rust protection?
Dry rust protection is excellent for transporting large and small metal parts by boat or car, but also for storing everything from helicopters to machines and small tools. In other words, anything in metal that needs to be protected from corrosion.
Various packaging methods provide effective protection regardless of metal objects
Our VCI rust protection comes in different variants such as:
- paper on roll and sheet
- resealable plastic bags in various sizes
- flat film in different widths
- shrink plastic where heat is used to create an easy-to-handle package.
This is to suit different types of businesses and applications.
Tribotec offers dry rust protection for various needs
We at Tribotec have a large range of solutions in liquid corrosion protection for your business. Regardless of whether you need longer protection during storage or temporary protection at the factory, you will find, among other things:
- Cortec VCI hood (pallet bag) – used in standard pallets as rust-proof packaging. Available in a large number of customized dimensions.
- Cortec VCI shrink film - durable plastic film that effectively protects during outdoor storage for a long time, or during sea transport.
- Cortec VCI 105 anti-rust emitter – plastic box with anti-rust powder that is placed in closed spaces such as electrical cabinets and tool boxes. The powder is portioned out and provides excellent protection for metal parts.
- Cortec VCI paper – protective and biodegradable packaging. Can be used independently or in combination with plastic.
A flexible and environmentally friendly method to protect against rust
There are several advantages to dry rust protection. The traditional way to protect against rust is to oil the metal part, which takes time and resources because you usually need to wash the product after use - where the washing itself can cause environmental risks. Should you instead use dry rust protection during transport, you do not have to wash the object and can instead unpack it and start using it at once.
The VCI packaging also consists of polyethylene plastic, which is recyclable. With dry rust protection, you thus save time, money and impact on the environment.
Contact us at Tribotec
Do you want to know more about how to achieve the best results with dry rust protection? Do not hesitate to contact us at Tribotec, we guide you right!
