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In our last post we talked about the need for education about FRP, and now we’re putting our money where our mouth is. Here are the 5 things you need to know about FRP and corrosives. When acids and bases attack and corrode metals; dangerous gases can often be given off. For example, common bases […]
If you’ve been paying attention to fiberglass trends you’d know that corrosion, a serious problem that pits and corrodes most metals and metal alloys, has created huge market opportunities for Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) including pipe, duct, and tanks. Despite the many opportunities FRP manufactures have seized over the years, some major obstacles still persist, […]
Ferric chloride or FeCl3, is an industrial scale commodity chemical compound that has many important industrial applications. When dissolved in water, FeCl3 undergoes hydrolysis and gives off heat in an exothermic reaction. The resulting brown, acidic, and corrosive solution is used as a flocculant in sewage treatment and drinking water production, and as an etchant […]
There are many applications for hydrochloric acid (HCL). From the manufacturing of high fructose corn syrup, dyes, phenols, and plastics to chemical intermediates such as ferric chloride which is used as a flocculant in sewage treatment and drinking water production. From picking, metal cleaning, to the ore reduction of metals (i.e. vanadium, tantalum, tungsten and […]
Recently featured by Energy-Tech Magazine, “ASME: Repair of pressure boundary and structural components with composites,” by John Charest is a great overview of the advantages of FRP when used for structural repairs. “Deterioration of components and structures at power generating facilities has caused unscheduled plant outages, personnel safety concerns and significant impact on operating budgets. […]
There are many advantages to using Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP); high strength-to-weight ratio, dimensional stability, long service life, and reduced maintenance cost—to name a few. FRP can also be formulated with enhanced properties such as corrosion and abrasion resistance and smoke and flame retardance. In many stringent industrial applications, including copper recovery, where other materials […]
Sustainability is big word these days. It can mean a lot of different things, depending on the context—it can also be overused or misunderstood. In recent years the demand for more green construction or sustainable construction has been driven largely by consumers in the construction sector. In this context, sustainable construction aims at reducing the […]
Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) and Combustion Combustion/fire is a serious concern regardless of the industry. Fire resistant composites are essential for numerous applications including construction materials, structural heat resistant barriers, fire proofing, and generally speaking, improved thermal stability. Heat Resistant Phenol Resins One remarkable advantage of using custom Fiberglass Reinforced Polymers (FRP) is that they […]
There are many compounds used in industrial processes that require special considerations and materials when handling them. Sodium Hypochlorite (NaClO) is not an exception. NaClO is an unstable compound that is used in water purification, typically on a large-scale for surface purification, bleaching, odor removal, and water disinfection. Sodium hypochlorite is poisonous for water organisms- […]
Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) also known as Muriatic Acid is a corrosive, stable mineral acid that is clear to slightly yellowish in color. Its versatility lends itself well to many industrial uses including hydraulic fracturing, pulp and paper, steel-making, PVC manufacturing, and chemical processing. Similarly, it’s also used in the production of high-fructose corn syrups. HCL, […]
