March 26, 2024 When it comes to solving a corrosion problem, much of the success hinges on choosing the appropriate materials and methods for metals protection. But with hundreds of rust preventative products on the market, how does a manufacturer or preservation specialist know which ones to select? Cortec® Corporation shares advice on how to narrow…
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March 14, 2024 VpCI® packaging is an outstanding solution for corrosion prevention in many ways, shapes, and forms. However, confident users of VpCI® Film are sometimes surprised when they do not get the protection expected. If this happens, it is important to remember it may be no fault of the technology but simply due to an application…
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Cortec’s patented, VpCI®-126 HP UV Shrink film, combines high strength resins with ultraviolet light stabilizers (UV) and Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibitor (VpCI®) technology. The non-toxic film is recyclable and provides multi-metal protection for parts and equipment for up to three years even in most aggressive outdoor conditions. Unlike some preservation films that rely on white pigments…
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VpCI®-126 Film and Bags are an easy way to package and protect many different types of metal parts. Simply sliding a small gear or a handful of bolts into a VpCI®-126 Top-Seal Bag and zipping the bag shut can keep the metal from rusting for up to two years. But what happens when the metal component…
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Container ships play a major role in the shipping industry, carrying thousands of colorful steel boxes across the ocean. As manufacturers pack metal parts or equipment into shipping containers, it is important for them to think about what will be happening inside as the containers pass through diverse climates and changing weather that could cause…
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Distributors are an important part of the economy’s supply chain. These entities range from globally recognized distributors of consumer goods to industrial distributors that help reallocate pipes, tools, aftermarket auto parts, electronics, and more. With so many goods going into and out of distribution centers, packaging is a major ingredient of everyday operations. Items that…
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Rust prevention is a must-have for manufacturers and distributors of metal goods. Unpredictable shipping conditions paired with corrosion-susceptible metals create a recipe for disaster if no precautions are taken. Fortunately, the solution is sometimes as simple as grabbing a piece of CorShield® VpCI®-146 Paper to pack metal parts and get them to customers in like-new condition. How VCI…
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Corrosion of avionics can creep up without warning since most aircraft electronics and instrumentation are tucked away unseen in various compartments, boxes, and instrument panels. As planes take off and land, these critical avionics may be subject to fluctuating temperatures, humidity, and condensation that could lead to corrosion damage and, in worst case scenarios, equipment…
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November 1, 2023 Anyone who has owned or worked with silver knows how easily it can tarnish. This makes it very difficult for manufacturers and distributors to keep their silver raw materials tarnish-free in stock or deliver finely crafted silver goods in like-new condition without taking deliberate steps to stop tarnish. While airtight compartments or…
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VCI bags have been a revolutionary packaging solution for the automotive industry, allowing auto parts manufacturers and suppliers to eliminate greasy rust preventatives and opt for the dry protection of VCI film instead. Unfortunately, some VCI bags are doomed to failure, leading to the very corrosion that the VCI bag user was trying to prevent. To…
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