RUST PREVENTION IN MANUFACTURING:
SIMPLE TIPS TO PROTECT PARTS AND HELP YOUR TEAM WORK SMARTER
The shop floor and assembly line can be vulnerable places for in-process metal goods. Freshly machined metal is a magnet for flash corrosion— when going in and out of air-conditioned QC areas or enduring hot, humid days in parts of the shop that are not climate controlled. Often, workers apply rust preventatives to unfinished parts for interim protection... only to remove oils and greases with a harsh chemical cleaner before the next stage of finishing is done. Cortec ® encourages manufacturers to eliminate this waste of time and materials by getting creative with VpCI ® packaging solutions.
VpCI ® Packaging for Quick, Clean Rust Prevention
The key advantage of VpCI ® packaging is that it is fast and easy to use with little mess— unlike the hassle and cleanup associated with greasy rust preventatives. It is also highly effective. VpCI ® packaging comes in many shapes and sizes, all based on Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibitor chemistry, which only requires an enclosed space and a bare metal surface in order to be effective. Vapor phase corrosion Inhibitors emit out of their foundational VpCI ® packaging material, diffuse throughout an enclosure, and adsorb( i. e., lightly adhere) on the metal, creating a protective molecular barrier that blocks corrosive reactions with moisture, oxygen, chlorides, or other harsh elements. When the enclosure is opened, VpCI ® molecules begin to float away, typically requiring no further cleaning before the component can be used.
Get Creative: Mix-and-Match Packaging for Rust Defense
VpCI ® packaging comes in many forms, allowing manufacturers to create a tailored solution that best fits their corrosion protection needs. These
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