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in this issue 01 EDITOR’S LETTER

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02 ANALYSIS Accelerating wind turbine blade circularity

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12 SUCCESS STORIES Strength within the system

14 BRAND NEW 16 HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH Kuraray’s product range Mowital®: Let’s bind better!

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20 MARKET CLOSE UP A reference point for anticorrosion industry: NACE International’s opinion on the current situation

24 FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY Operational flexibility, high specialisation, and technological investment: the keys to OMR’s success

30 SUCCESS STORIES Cortec’s MCI-2005 corrosion inhibiting admixture chosen to protect the Kinnet Tunnel

32 FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY Jotun provides coating solution for drilling platform Deepsea Stavanger

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42 HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH Coatings made with flame-spray applied anti-corrosive thermoplastic powders: no more excuses with IBIX MAXI-HI TECH GUN

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46 INSPECTION LOGBOOK Coating inspections: review and preparation of inspection documents (Part 2)

48 SUSTAINABILITY Five on Five Interview: sustainability according to the industry players - Series 2 - Part II

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EDITOR’S LETTER

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otal electricity generation from renewables is currently increasing across Europe, but especially in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Spain. In 2019, Europe installed 15 GW of new wind turbine capacity. The Old Continent can now count

on a cumulative capacity of 205 GW from wind energy, accounting for 15% of the European electricity consumption. Denmark, Ireland, and Portugal were among the major producers in 20191.

These final figures for 2019 were issued by WindEurope, the association of European

producers, in a new sector report of which we have included a summary in the next pages. However, despite the good performance of wind energy at the European level – led by the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Sweden, and France, although with different ratios between onshore and offshore structures – the increase in the installation rate should double, in order to achieve the objectives of the European Green Deal2.

The increase in wind farms, both on land and at sea, poses major challenges to the sector of protective and anti-corrosion coatings for turbines and rotors. The harsh environmental conditions and the demanding structures both to be coated before installation and to be maintained and repaired over time make any product durability extension and long-term operation guarantee increasingly difficult. In the case of offshore plants, the problem is aggravated by the presence of splash zones, in which any condition of normal degradation is accelerated, thus resulting in premature failure of coatings and structures.

The corrosion mitigation issue must be seriously addressed during the planning phase.

It itself requires a design stage that includes plans of implementation, monitoring, on-site maintenance, and urgent interventions to tackle any sudden, severe corrosion formations.

Research and development of protective coatings, of which we offer numerous examples in this issue devoted to the energy sector and, in particular, the offshore field, has always been focussed on two aspects: increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the corrosion mitigation action and increasing the products’ ease of application, in workshops and on site. New coatings are also required to meet a greater number of requests with single products. For example, one of the new requirements for coatings intended for splash areas is the combination of protective and anti-fouling properties.

You will find many answers to your technical questions in the next pages and in the specialised articles of our contributors.

In general, I would like to suggest anyone to approach the issue of corrosion protection with the awareness that no system is infallible and that, during a structure’s service life, problems such as the restoration of coatings or the inclusion of corrective measures in the anti-corrosion systems’ maintenance plan will necessarily have to be addressed.

Alessia Venturi Editor-in-chief

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Source: www.rinnovabili.it, 17 February, 2020

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The European Green Deal is the roadmap for making the EU economy sustainable. https://ec.europa.eu/info/strategy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal_it

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Accelerating Wind Turbine Blade Circularity This is an abstract of the report jointly prepared by Marylise Schmid from WindEurope, Nieves Gonzalez Ramon and Ann Dierckx from Cefic and Thomas Wegman, EuCIA1 sustainability-platform@windeurope.org

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The complete report is available at the following link: https://windeurope.org/data-and-analysis/product/?id=86

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s the wind industry continues to grow to provide renewable

wind turbine blades, including technologies, processes, waste flow

energy across the globe, we are committed to promoting a circular

management, reintegration in the value chain and logistics.

economy which reduces environmental impacts throughout product

Today around 85 to 90% of wind turbines’ total mass can be recycled

lifecycles. To this end, WindEurope (representing the Wind Energy

[1], [2], [3]. Most components of a wind turbine have established

Industry), Cefic (representing the European Chemical Industry) and

recycling practices. However, wind turbine blades are more challenging

EuCIA (representing the European Composites Industry) have created

to recycle due to the composite materials used in their production.

a cross-sector platform to advance approaches for the recycling of

While various technologies exist to recycle blades, and an increasing © Port of Aalborg

An example of blade repurposing: the bike shed placed in the Port of Aalborg, Denmark.

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© WindEurope

Figure 1: Gross annual installations in Europe.

number of companies offer composite recycling services, these

• There are increasing repowering opportunities i.e. replacing old

solutions are not yet widely available and cost-competitive. Wind

models with newer and more efficient models, that can increase wind

turbine blades are made up of composite materials that boost the

farm electricity output by a factor of 2.

performance of wind energy by allowing lighter and longer blades with

If countries enable the repowering of an increasing amount of old wind

optimised aerodynamic shape.

turbines, about 14,000 wind turbine blades could be decommissioned

WindEurope estimates around 14,000 blades could be

by 2023 [4], equivalent to between 40,000 and 60,000 tons.

decommissioned by 2023 [4], equivalent to between 40,000 and

The wind, chemical and composites industries are committed to

60,000 tons. Recycling these old blades is a top priority for the wind

promoting a more circular economy and determining ways in which

industry. This requires logistical and technological solutions for

they can support this. A sustainable process for dealing with wind

disassembling, collection, transportation, waste management and

turbines at the end of their service life is needed to maximise the

reintegration in the value chain.

environmental benefits of wind power from a life cycle approach (Fig. 2). To do so, the wind industry is actively looking for industries

The context

and sectors that can make use of the materials and equipment

In 2019 wind energy supplied 15% of the EU’s electricity [5]. This

decommissioned from wind farms. And the wind industry wants to

number will continue to grow in the coming years (Fig. 1). The EU’s

work with them to build capacities in wind turbine blade circularity,

binding target for increasing the renewable energy share to 32%

including through the development of new, more easily recyclable

by 2030, and its commitment to becoming carbon-neutral by 2050,

structural design and materials.

emphasises wind power’s important role in the future energy mix.

The European Commission (EC), in their long-term carbon-neutral

Composites and wind industry

strategy to 2050, estimates that wind alone could provide 50% of

Wind turbine blades are made of composite material, consisting

the EU’s electricity demand by 2050. And importantly, this demand

of various materials with different properties, which boosts the

will be significantly higher than today’s level, as society increases the

performance of wind energy by allowing lighter and longer blades

electrification of energy uses. In the future, a growing amount of wind

with optimised aerodynamic shape. Today 2.5 million tonnes of

turbines will start to be decommissioned, considering that:

composite material are in use in the wind energy sector globally [1].

• The standard lifetime of a wind turbine is approximately 20-25 years,

Although material compositions vary between blade types and blade

with some wind turbines now reaching up to 35 years through lifetime

manufacturers, blades are generally composed of the following (Fig. 3):

extension;

• Reinforcement fibres e.g. glass and carbon. Glass fibre represents

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Figure 2: The life cycle of a wind turbine.

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SPAR CAPS/GIRDERS: Unidirectional (UD) Glass/Carbonfibre, supported by Epoxy, Polyester, Polyurethane or Vinylester matrix SHEAR WEBS & SHELL PANELS: Multiaxial GFRP Sandwich laminates using Balsa/PVC/PET as core material and Epoxy, Polyester, Polyurethane or Vinylester as matrix systems LEADING/TRAILING EDGE AND WEBS BONDING: Epoxy/Polyurethane based structural adhesive LIGHTNING PROTECTION CABLE: Aluminum or Copper SURFACE COATING: Polyurethane based lacquer LEP (Leading Edge Protection): Polyurethane based lacquer/tape Figure 3: Generic cross-section of rotor blade.

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the primary reinforcement material in the composite components of

The combination of fibres and polymers, also known as composites,

wind turbine blades. Carbon fibre is also used in wind turbine blades

represents the majority of the blade material composition (60-70%

(in the spar), but to a lesser degree. Carbon fibre’s superior strength

reinforcing fibres and 30-40% polymer matrix by weight). In many

and higher stiffness offers many advantages over glass fibre but its

respects, composites are advantageous because they:

higher cost per volume is a key barrier to further deployment in the

• Combine properties of high tensile strength at relative low density

wind power industry. Hybrids with a combination of glass and carbon

(high strength-to-weight ratio) to withstand the mechanical load

fibre also exist.

requirements and to optimally perform aerodynamically;

• A polymer matrix e.g. thermosets such as epoxies, polyesters, vinyl

• Provide resistance to fatigue, corrosion, electrical and thermal

esters, polyurethane, or thermoplastics.

conductivity important for the long-expected lifetime (20 to 30 years);

• A sandwich core e.g. balsa wood or foams such as polyvinyl chloride

• Provide flexibility in design and manufacturing, allowing to optimise the

(PVC), polyethylene terephthalate (PET).

aerodynamic shape of the blade, resulting in high turbine efficiency;

• Structural adhesives e.g. epoxies, polyurethane (PUR).

• Enable high yields resulting in lower levelised cost of energy.

• Coatings e.g. polyester (UPR), polyurethane (PUR).

• Metals e.g. copper or aluminium wiring (lightning protection system),

At present, wind turbine blades are mostly made of composites

steel bolts.

based on thermoset polymers. These polymers become cross-linked in an irreversible process. The cross-linking is a key requirement for

Table 1: Future trends in blade materials aimed at addressing current challenges.

AREAS OF MATERIAL RESEARCH PROCESSING DESIGN

PROCESS

MATERIALS

EFFECT

Process modelling aimed to optimise and accurately control the curing processes of the composites

Increased lifetime, higher conversion efficiency

Incorporating automatised manufacturing processes to ensure consistent material qualities and more robust manufacturing techniques

Increased lifetime, higher conversion efficiency

Promoting cost- and energy-efficient manufacturing processes for carbon fibre reinforced composites, since the material provides enhanced mechanical properties. As a side benefit it is also financially more attractive to recover carbon fibre compared to glass fibre.

Enable manufacturing of longer blades, hence increasing conversion efficiency

Introducing innovative resin/fibre combinations with improved ductility and fatigue resistance

Increased lifetime

New infusible thermoplastic resins which are processed by inmould polymerisation (rather than melt processing) and have better mechanical properties

Cost reduction

Introducing nano-components as strengthening agents in matrix and coatings, whilst respecting HSE requirements and ensuring it does not lead to more complex recycling methods

Increased lifetime

Investigating fibre architectures – combining high performance glass fibres, carbon fibres and nano-engineered fibres to make hybrid reinforcements

Enable manufacturing of longer blades, hence increasing conversion efficiency

Investigating durable coating materials to ensure improved erosion-resistance e.g. gel-coats, paint systems and tapes, resealable and self-healing coatings

Increased lifetime, higher conversion efficiency

Development of bio-resins for improved performance, taking advantage of higher availability of bio-waste

Continued availability of raw materials and security of supply after depletion of fossil-based raw materials; Reduced carbon footprint

Developing 3R-resins – a new family of enhanced thermoset resins and composites with better re-processability, repairability and recyclability properties

Increased lifetime; Improved recyclability

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© WindEurope

Figure 4: Age of the onshore wind fleet in Europe.

obtaining the desired performance in terms of fatigue resistance and

chains for the combined volume of composite waste.

mechanical strength.

Figure 4 provides a picture of the ageing onshore wind fleet. Denmark,

Thermoplastics can also be used in the composites. Unlike thermosets,

Germany, Spain and the Netherlands are the most mature wind

they do not undergo the crosslinking. Thermoplastics are therefore

energy markets. In terms of turbines that are over 15 years old, these

more easily recycled in simple shapes and components as they can be

countries respectively have 2.74 GW (~57%), 17 GW (~33%), more than

melted. They have the potential for easier recycling, though the structural

5 GW (~33%) and 0.6 GW (~21%).

design complexity of the blades makes it difficult. Furthermore, the

WindEurope estimates around 2 GW of wind energy capacity could

mechanical properties, durability and processability of thermoplastics in

be repowered and another 2 GW could be fully decommissioned

comparable price ranges currently limit their applications in wind turbine

by 2023 in Europe [4]. This means about 4,700 turbines (or 14,000

blades compared to thermosets. Table 1 presents future trends in blade

blades equivalent to between 40,000 and 60,000 tons) could be

materials aimed at addressing current challenges.

decommissioned and would need to be sustainably disposed of.

Composite waste amounts from the wind industry are expected to

Composite waste: A cross-sector challenge

continue to increase (Fig. 5). However, the wind industry produces far

Composite recycling is a cross-sector challenge and not solely

less composite waste than other industries. Based on EuCIA estimates

a challenge for the wind industry. Actually, the (low) volumes of

wind will contribute 66,000 tons of thermoset composite waste in

composite wind blade waste makes it challenging to build a recycling

2025. This is only 10% of the total estimated thermoset composite

business based mainly on this waste stream. All the composite-using

waste (and less than 5% of the total estimated composite waste

sectors must work together to find cost-effective solutions and value

combining thermoset and thermoplastics).

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© EuCIA, 2020

Figure 5: Composite waste generation – sector/trends (ktons/year).

Key assumptions: 20 years average lifetime for wind composites. First year of commercial use of wind composites is assumed to start in 2000.

The analysis is based on global production figures of composites as supplied by JEC and assumes global composites production is the same as global composites consumption (based on thermosets only). It further assumes that as Europe’s GDP (including Turkey) is 22% of world GDP, the European consumption of composites is 22% of the global consumption of composites. The extrapolation of certain market segments is unsure and therefore the extrapolation of the total line does not exceed year 2025.

Recycling and recovery treatment methods

Conclusion

Today, the main technology for recycling composite waste is through

As described above, technologies for recycling composites exist. Cement

cement co-processing, also known as the cement kiln route. Composite

co-processing is commercially available for processing large volumes

materials can also be recycled or recovered through mechanical

of waste (albeit not in all geographies yet). In this process the mineral

grinding, thermal (pyrolysis, fluidised bed), thermo-chemical

components are reused in the cement. However, the glass fibre shape

(solvolysis), or electro-mechanical (high voltage pulse fragmentation)

is not maintained during the cement manufacturing process. Alternative

processes or combinations of these. These alternative technologies

recycling technologies are at different levels of maturity and/or too

are available at different levels of maturity and not all of them are

expensive at the moment, which means not all are fully commercially

available at industrial scale, as shown by the technological readiness

available yet. The wind, chemical and composites industry are jointly

levels (TRL) presented in the tables in the main report for each existing

pushing for the development and industrialisation of alternative

treatment method [1], [6]. The processing methods also vary in their

technologies to provide all composite-using sectors with additional

effects on the fibre quality (length, strength, stiffness properties),

solutions for end-of-life products. As such, the wind, chemical and

thereby influencing how the recycled fibres can be applied.

composites industries are involved in many research & development

The wind, chemical and composites industry are jointly pushing for

projects. However, in order to succeed, it’s crucial to consider the

the development and industrialisation of alternative technologies to

following:

provide all composite-using sectors with additional solutions for end-

• Increased research and innovation (R&I) funding is required to

of-life.

diversify and scale up composite recycling technologies.

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• R&I funding should also be earmarked for the development of

Innovation and Research Agenda [7] provides further R&I

new high-performance materials with enhanced circularity (design

recommendations, particularly on the design approach.

for longer lifetime, reuse/repurpose and ‘from and for recycling’

WindEurope, Cefic and EuCIA strongly support increasing and

approach).

improving composite waste recycling through the development

• The scientific understanding of the environmental impacts

of alternative recycling technologies which produce higher

associated with the choice of materials during design and with

value recyclates (both in terms of resin and fibre) and enable

the different waste treatment methods at end-of-life should also

production of new composites. Further development and

be improved (life cycle assessment).

industrialisation of alternative thermal or chemical recycling

• The European Wind Energy Technology platform (ETIPWind) had

technologies may provide composite-using sectors, including the

produced a brochure [1] on blade recycling that provides R&I

wind industry, with additional solutions for end-of-life. ‹

recommendations for policy makers. The SUSCHEM’s Strategic

References [1] ETIPWind (2019) How wind is going circular: blade recycling.

Available online at https://etipwind.eu/files/ reports/ETIPWind-How-wind-is-going-circular-blade-recycling. pdf [accessed 21 April 2020].

[2] García Sánchez R., Pehlken A. and Lewandowski M. (2014) On the sustainability of wind energy regarding material usage.

Acta Tehnica Corviniensis - Bulletin of Engineering Tome VII. Fascicule 1 [January – March]. ISSN: 20167 – 3809.

[3] Umvelt Bundesamt (2019) Entwicklung eines Konzepts und Maßnahmen für einen ressourcensichernden Rückbau von Windenergieanlagen. Available online at: https://www.umweltbundesamt.de/publikationen/entwicklung-eines-konzepts-massnahmen-fuer- einen [accessed 21 April 2020].

[4] WindEurope (2019) Market outlook to 2023.

[5] WindEurope (2020) Wind energy in Europe in 2019.

[6] Bax & Company (2019). Wind turbine blade circularity: Technologies and practices around the value chain.

Available online at http://baxcompany.com/wp-content/ uploads/2019/06/wind-turbine-circularity.pdf [accessed 21 April 2020].

[7] SUSCHEM (2019) Strategic Innovation and Research Agenda: Innovation Priorities for EU and Global Challenges.

Available online at http://www.suschem.org/ publications [accessed 21 April 2020].

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New Coating System from Dörken MKS Receives German Innovation Award At the German Innovation Award 2020 the new room temperature-

bulky or too temperature sensitive. The innovative coating achieves at least

curing zinc flake coating (RT) from the Dörken MKS’ corrosion experts of

720 h without base metal corrosion in salt spray testing (in accordance

Herdecke has been announced winner in the “Excellence in Business to

with DIN EN ISO 9227). The new product is applied via spraying – curing

Business – Materials & Surfaces” category.

occurs at room temperatures of 20–25°C in approximately 20–60 minutes, depending on the thickness of the coat applied. This means there is

The German Innovation Award for pioneering innovations is presented

no need for a drying furnace. In addition, depending on application a

once a year by the German Design Council – the German competence

matching top coat can also be applied, further increasing the level of

centre for design, brands and innovation – and is one of the most

corrosion protection and improving other characteristics such as chemical

acclaimed prizes in its field. A jury of experts awards prizes for

resistance, appearance and feel. Conclusion: surface protection that opens

cross-sector, innovative products and pioneering solutions with particular

up whole new coating opportunities.

added value for the user, with two competition categories: “Excellence in Business to Consumer” and “Excellence in Business to Business”.

“Innovation is what drives us” Dörken MKS Head of Research & Development Dr. Marcel Roth notes:

New opportunities for corrosion protection with zinc flake systems

“We are really delighted with this award, because innovation and

Dörken MKS was able to enthuse the expert jury with its new room

customers is the key driving force behind our company. Our whole team

temperature-curing zinc flake coating DELTA-PROTEKT® KL 170 RT. This

gives their all every day to achieve this.”

the continuous improvement of our products for the benefit of our

new innovation means that it is now also possible to give long-lasting corrosion protection to parts that were previously deemed too large, too

For further information: www.doerken-mks.de

The room temperature curing zinc flake coating DELTA-PROTEKT® KL 170 RT was named a winner of the German Innovation Award 2020. © Dörken MKS

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© GEINSA

A bird’s eye view of the two coating booths for offshore wind turbine towers.

GEINSA Supplies Haizea Wind with a Second Booth for its Offshore Wind Turbine Towers GEINSA, a Spanish company that designs and builds industrial plants

by means of control and safety regulating thermostats commanded

for surface treatments, supplied Haizea Wind Group, a manufacturer

through the general control panel.

of offshore wind turbines and plinths, with a large-size booth for

In order to guarantee perfect air filtration, the booth is equipped with

coating its towers.

ceiling air-release filters, fire-retardant, self-extinguishing covers,

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dry-filtration pigment capture systems, and Paint Stop filters in the suction

aizea Wind Group, a manufacturer of offshore wind turbines and

fan area. The booth’s entrance features Aplidoor high-speed roll-up doors,

plinths, needed a second large-size booth for coating its turbines’

one door for the entrance and another for the exit of the wind turbine

towers. One of the reasons why Haizea Wind turned to GEINSA for

towers, and eight glass doors for staff access.

the design, construction, and assembly of this system is its extensive

Lighting with LED technology includes bright screens arranged

experience in the sector. Indeed, given the size of the tower, the booths’

longitudinally in the booths’ upper part and vertically on its sides. This

structure matches a three or four-storey building: this called for a

guarantees uniform and complete lighting for a smooth coating process.

challenging structural project, which was implemented thanks to the

Finally, the booth is equipped with a fire prevention system, electrical

expertise of the entire GEINSA technical office.

panels with general synoptics, a PLC for automation, and a touch

The booth is equipped with two sets of fans for air suction and intake

screen that greatly facilitates the management of the machine and the

respectively, whose function is to extract air during the coating phase and

monitoring of its operation.

recirculate it in the drying station. It includes a heating thermal unit with an air vein burner (direct flame), in which the temperature is programmed

For further information: www.geinsa.com

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Strength Within the System FreiLacke is the only company to supply both powder coatings and wet

associated wet coating, virtually eliminating any visible differences”. The

coatings in a combined system to the advanced TrainLab.

new product combination practically tested on the advanced TrainLab uses the ‘DW11’ wet coating system and the ‘PU6’ powder coating.

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he final section of the advanced TrainLab – a middle carriage – has

Essentially, the system encompasses a water-based 2C polyurethane

been given a new decorative look and corrosion protection. This

coating and a polyurethane powder coating, which are highly resistant to

carriage is particularly special because one company, namely FreiLacke,

graffiti removal agents and other acids and alkaline cleaners. The

supplied both wet and powder coatings from a single source. “This is our

water-based coating offers another clear advantage: In the colouring

Unique Selling Proposition within the project,” stated Dr. Hilmar Weisse,

layer, the filler and base coat are combined in a single coating as base

Business Manager of Mobility Systems at FreiLacke. “As a coating systems

fillers. Using this base-filler coating dispenses with one of the coating

manufacturer we were able to carefully coordinate both coatings during

stages, resulting in shorter turnaround times. In addition, after a short

product development and production”. In the case of the powder coating

airing period of around an hour at room temperature, each coating

primer ‘Freopox PB6904’ and the PU powder coating top coat ‘PU6’ used

layer of the combi-system is ready for wet-on-wet coating. As a result,

in the current project, the respective authorisations were only recently

the three-coat coating system can be cross-linked over night at room

granted by Deutsche Bahn AG. Job coater Wobek Oberflächenschutz

temperature. However, should even quicker completion be required, the

GmbH from Stollberg, in the Ore Mountains, applied the coatings to the

coating can also be force-dried.

side flaps of the advanced TrainLab, which had been dismantled from the

“During product development we constantly kept the coating process

vehicle body for that purpose. Firstly, the flaps were chemically stripped

in mind,” explained Weisse. “Not only with regard to original coatings,

and then prepared for coating using a laser process.

but also in relation to repairs. Consequently, grinding our base-filler

However, for FreiLacke, the primary objective is to use the practical tests

coating will not alter the colour. The coating system can also be quickly

to become a full-service provider to the rail transport industry. “One of the

cross-linked without long waiting periods or the need for forced drying.

aspects for which our products are noted is their exceptional chemical

Particularly where remedial work is required, this saves both time and

resistance. The high gloss requirements imposed by DB are also ideally

energy.”

met by the powder and wet coatings,” explained Weisse. “Moreover, the innovative powder coating process is perfectly coordinated with the

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© FreiLacke

Filler and base coat are combined as a base-filler within the wet coating colour coat.

© FreiLacke

The characteristic silver stripe of the advanced TrainLab is applied to the base-filler coating.

Properties of the coating system (powder + liquid coating) • FreiLacke EFDEDUR-Hydro DW11 and FREIOTHERM powder coating PU6 • Powder and wet coating are matched as a system • High colour stability and gloss retention • High level of protection against graffiti • High resistance to cleaning agents and other chemicals • Very short processing times • Very low VOC load • Very good repair capability (spot repair) of the coating systems.

BRAND-NEW

BIO-UV Group’s BWTS Technology Adapted to Kill Coronavirus on Surfaces The ultra-violet light technology used to kill the invasive species found

development of a disinfection system for wet surfaces using ozone.

in ships’ ballast water tanks can be used to protect seafarers, health

BIO-UV Group’s founder and CEO Benoít Gillmann said: “We mobilised

workers and first-responders from picking up the coronavirus from

our R&D team to develop a system of disinfection for surfaces intended,

surfaces.

as a priority, for all nursing staff. However, the technology has potential application in other sectors.”

BIO-UV Group is verifying the capabilities, performance and reliability of

F

ollowing research by the France-based company behind the BIO-SEA

the prototype in two CE approved laboratories.

ballast water treatment, a surface disinfection system was introduced

“Since 6th April, progress has been made in the completion of a prototype,

on the market.

the performance of which is currently being tested in compliance with the

A prototype scanner based around BIO-UV Group’s proven UV-C reactor

strictest of international standards,” said Gillmann.

technology has been independently verified.

“The aim of this testing is to validate the system’s capacity to disinfect and

The 50 cm handheld device emits a ray of UV-C which is passed over the

to eliminate all types of microorganisms using UV-C technology. Once this

surface, taking only seconds to disinfect the scanned area. The scanner

testing has been finalised, a second laboratory will work over the next few

can be used to kill the coronavirus from sickbay/hospital beds, tables,

weeks on testing the efficacy of the system in eliminating Covid-19.”

computer keyboards, furniture and all other surfaces.

If the UV-C scanner’s efficiency is successfully demonstrated, it could

In parallel, BIO-UV Group subsidiary TRIOGEN is currently working on the

be introduced to medical personnel and healthcare workers during the month of June.

“At a later stage, the system will be marketed to other industrial sectors,

© BIO-UV Group

including the maritime sector to help safeguard our seafarers from being infected. Marketing will go ahead once CE marking has been obtained,” Gillmann said.

“The objective of this development is to ensure people are working in safe, clean environments and to reassure those coming out of confinement,” he said.

About BIO-UV Group For almost 20 years, BIO-UV Group has been designing, manufacturing and marketing ultraviolet light (UV-C) water treatment technologies for a multitude of industrial and collective applications. In 2011, it added the treatment of ship ballast water to its range. The company’s product range is designed and produced at its own purpose-built facility in Lunel, France, allowing the company to quickly respond to its customer’s specific requirements.

The public-listed company since July 2018, bought in 2019 the Scotland-based Triogen company from Suez which manufactures Ozone and AOP water treatment solutions.

BIO-UV Group has a consolidated turnover 2019 of €20 million and a current workforce of 115 employees. More than 70% of the group’s sales are made in export markets and a significant growth of more than 63% was realised in 2019, 50% in the ballast water treatment market.

BIO-UV Group’s founder and CEO Benoít Gillmann.

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For further information: www.bio-uv.com

BRAND-NEW

Cortec Launches Boiler Egg™, a New VpCI Additive for Water Treatment to Prevent Boiler Corrosion Cortec® Corporation has unveiled its new Boiler EggTM, a VpCI additive

(OSHA 29 CFT 1910.1200), biodegradable and easy to apply thanks

for corrosion protection of industrial water systems, which can reduce

to its solubility properties, that release the active ingredients upon

the risk of extra downtime, clogging, leakage, and shortened service

contact with water as the boiler is being filled. It protects against the

life that comes from corrosion.

threat of oxygen pitting during the startup phase of a boiler when the makeup water is normally not pre-heated and the operating chemical

B

program has not yet been implemented. ringing a boiler back online is a critical time for corrosion

After Boiler EggTM has been removed from its outer bag, it can be laid

protection because of the higher threat from oxygen-rich makeup

as it is in the boiler at the lowest point possible. When the boiler is

water flooding the system. Boiler EggTM by Cortec provides a solution

put back into service, contact with water will dissolve the PVA bag,

to the problem, by releasing a powerful dose of oxygen scavengers,

releasing the contents of the Boiler EggTM and incorporating them into

protecting the main boiler area, and providing corrosion protection in

the makeup water. One Boiler EggTM is designed to treat 1,000 gallons

other components—such as condensate, deaerator, and feedwater

(3,800 L) of makeup water during the refilling process.

tanks—during startup.

The Boiler EggTM can be used together with the Boiler Lizard® as a complete preservation kit for dry layup of boilers, or it can be used

Features and benefits of Boiler EggTM

on its own for applications where oxygen-scavenging and metal

Cortec’s Boiler Egg

passivation are needed during the equipment startup phase.

TM

effectively scavenges oxygen and passivates metal

during the initial filling of makeup water after seasonal or long-term dry layup of boilers. It is pH neutral, non-hazardous by OSHA Standard

For further information: www.cortecvci.com

© Cortec

Cortec’s Boiler Egg™ is designed to scavenge oxygen and passivate metal during the initial filling of makeup water after seasonal or long-term dry layup of boilers.

© Cortec

In addition to protecting the main boiler area, the Boiler Egg™ provides corrosion protection in other components - such as condensate, deaerator, and feedwater tanks - during initial startup.

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HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH ®

Kuraray’s Product Range Mowital : Let’s Bind Better!

From an interview with Mr. Jörg Bruss,Director, Global Business – PVB Technical Resin at Kuraray Europe GmbH Based on its mission “For people and the planet - to achieve what no one else can”, the Kuraray Group has aimed to develop businesses that contribute to society ever since its establishment.

industry. Since then, Kuraray has expanded worldwide: today, the Group includes Kuraray Europe GmbH, Kuraray America Inc. and Kuraray South America Ltd..

Mowital® is the trademark for a wide range of different polyvinyl butyral resins (PVB) marketed by Kuraray Europe GmbH.

F

ounded is 1926, Kuraray Co. Ltd is a Japanese chemical company which

ipcm®_Protective Coatings interviewed Jörg Bruss, Director of Business

in 1950 was the first in the world to commercialize polyvinyl alcohol

Unit PVB Technical Resin at Kuraray Europe GmbH to find out more

(PVA) fiber, under the brand name KURALON™. This was the first synthetic

about technical features of Mowital®, its application and about what

fiber invented in Japan, and led the early phase of Japan’s synthetic fiber

sustainability means for Kuraray Group.

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HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH

ipcm®_Protective Coatings: Can you outline Kuraray’s PVB Technical

ipcm®_Protective Coatings: What is Mowital’s goal on the market?

Resin Business?

JB: “Customers worldwide trust the original Mowital® with its roots in

JB: “We are a strong player in the Technical Resin Market. Our trademark

Germany, high quality standards and outstanding service level. This is the

Mowital stands for a wide range of different polyvinyl butyrals (PVB)

claim we make on ourselves and it is something we have to substantiate

marketed by Kuraray Europe GmbH. With the Mowital® brand, Kuraray is

every day. With our broad product portfolio, we offer materials for

the European market leader and one of the world’s largest manufacturers

innovative applications, such as our thin film for lightweight applications

of technical PVB materials.”

and our granules for demanding 3D printing applications. In addition to

®

our exciting products, which offer advantages for numerous applications, Mowital® also offers an exciting team of competent experts.

ipcm _Protective Coatings: Why should customers decide for ®

Mowital?

From research and development to service and sales, the PVB experts

JB: “We are binding is our commitment. Our binding agent Mowital

work closely together when it comes to tailormade solutions for their

gives numerous technical applications just the right binding - and as the

customers - even when very special requirements are called for.”

®

European market leaders, we are the experts. For our customers, we are binding business partners and offer a service tailored to their needs.

ipcm®_Protective Coatings: What are the future developments of

“Binding” can also mean “engaging” and “interesting”. Mowital offers not

Mowital® PVB resins?

only an exciting product that yields benefits for numerous applications,

JB: “You can also benefit from the know-how that Mowital offers you for

but also an exciting team of competent experts.”

new applications and production processes. The PVB experts constantly keep an eye on new technologies and investigate how Mowital® materials

ipcm _Protective Coatings: What are PVB resins main technical

enable innovations, for example in the area of 3D Printing. The research

characteristics and properties?

team works closely with the “QSHE” (Abbr. for Quality, Safety, Health,

JB: “Mowital® polyvinyl butyral has excellent adhesion and film-forming

Environment) department to ensure the safe use of materials and

properties, high binding power and outstanding optical transparency. It is

optimum support for compliance-relevant topics.”

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soluble in many organic solvents and can be combined with a wide range of reaction partners. From coatings and paints to adhesives and films:

ipcm®_Protective Coatings: What is the focus of Research and

Polyvinyl butyrals (PVB) guarantee the right bond as a binder in numerous

Development activities for Mowital®?

applications.”

JB: “The research and development team at Mowital develops innovative materials that enable you as a user to make your processes more

ipcm®_Protective Coatings:

efficient. One example is

What are their applications in

the temperature-resistant

the coating industry?

polyvinyl acetal BA 55 HH, which

JB: “Modern coatings have to

significantly improves the quality

do more than adhere well.

of industrial coating processes

They should be easy to work

such as curtain coating and

with, harmonize with numerous

minimizes the use of materials.

binders, and serve additional

For more specialized

functions such as corrosion

applications, the research and

protection. Mowital polyvinyl

development team at Mowital

butyral (PVB) technical resin

develops tailor-made PVB

is the ideal basis for all these

materials with specific butyral,

®

requirements. Mowital films

hydroxyl and acetal groups that

display a very good adhesion to

provide optimal properties for

steel, iron, zinc, aluminium and

your applications. The technical

other light metals. Nevertheless,

service experts also support

adhesive strength and corrosion

our customers worldwide in

protection can be further

optimizing your processes for

improved via combinations

processing Mowital® polyvinyl

®

with phenolic resins, epoxy resins, phosphoric acid and anticorrosion pigments.”

butyral materials - for the highest

© Kuraray Co. Ltd

product quality.”

Jörg Bruss, Director, Global Business – PVB Technical Resin at Kuraray Europe GmbH.

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ipcm®_Protective Coatings: What is your approach to sustainability?

these goals into practice (read more at https://www.kuraray.com/csr/

JB: “Kuraray is committed to developing new fields of business using

report2019/materialities).

pioneering technology that improves the environment and enhances

“Problems related to micro plastics in the oceans and plastic waste are

the quality of life throughout the world. We are currently working on

other environmental issues that we must concentrate on as a chemical

our carbon footprint and have started with a lifecycle analysis for our

manufacturer” stated Ito san, Kuraray’s President. “Specific circumstances

production, which is part of extensive efforts initiated for the entire

in each country and region mean there is currently no definite course of

company. There are many other examples for excellence in sustainability

action in terms of governmental policy or regulations.

throughout Kuraray businesses, e.g. the resin EVAL™ has excellent gas

We understand workstyle reform is to mean the creation of a workplace

barrier properties, and can be used as a packaging material to store food

where a diverse range of people can be confident in their individuality

for long periods and thereby helps to reduce food loss and wastage.

as they work, and where people can feel more comfortable at work and

Hollow-fiber membranes and activated carbon are also essential products

experience high job satisfaction. We will continue promoting diversity

for supplying safe water.

across the Group by building a “safe and secure company” and “a

Activated carbon is a particularly promising product, as its material

company that people can take pride in”. On top of these initiatives to

properties make it easier for a variety of harmful substances to adsorb

reinforce our foundations, we will continue with our aim to be a proud

and desorb. The Kuraray Group also makes biodegradable products

company “growing sustainably” by solving social and environmental

derived from biomass, such as the barrier material PLANTIC™, and will

issues through “incorporating new foundational platforms into our own

offer solutions for environmental issues with these products in a precise

technologies”.

and timely manner to cater to market needs.”

In Japan particularly, Kuraray joined a sustainability initiative called CLOMA, led by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (read more at

The United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

https://cloma.net/english). The company also became a member of Japan

- 17 goals and specific aims for achieving them. In order to realize a

BioPlastic Association for PVOH and PLANTIC™ mainly (read more at

sustainable world by 2030, Kuraray Group has already put some of

http://www.jbpaweb.net/english/english.htm). ‹ © 123RF

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THE WORLD NAVAL DEFENCE EXHIBITION

OCTOBER 2020 EXHIBITION

CONFERENCE

LE BOURGET

PARIS

20/23

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A Reference Point for Anticorrosion Industry: NACE International’s Opinion on the Current Situation Interview with D. Terry Greenfield, President of NACE International

F

or the first time we are publishing on the pages of this magazine

of corrosion protection used not only in the U.S., but worldwide

a new column designed to give voice to the main associations and

are coatings and cathodic protection. You can tell by looking at our

institutions that represent a point of reference for anti-corrosion

education and training programs that these are the areas where there is

operators.

the most demand for qualified, certified individuals.

We inaugurate the new section with some questions addressed to

In terms of technological advancement, we have seen many changes

Terry Greenfield, President of one of the historical associations in the

from the time NACE was first established 76 years ago; a lot of that has

industry, NACE International. With its 37 thousand members in over

been driven by the efforts of the NACE members who volunteer their

140 countries, it is recognized globally as the premier authority for

time to participate in standards development activities. NACE has nearly

corrosion control solutions.

His point of view is important not only because it offers an overview of the international situation of the anti-corrosive sector at this early stage of the post-pandemic period, but also because it reports one of the first feedbacks relating to the new digital approach to organize international courses and events, which characterises NACE’s activity for some time.

What are the main features and characteristics of the corrosion protection sector in your Country?

What level of technological advancement has it achieved?

“Our membership is composed of professionals who work on corrosion control and prevention from every conceivable angle, e.g. some work in labs developing new technologies to prevent corrosion or extend the life of an asset while others are out in the field working on water pipelines or on oil rigs or inspecting bridges, some are academics.

The main characteristics or methods

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300 industry standards and many of those standards impact emerging

more value for our members. That comes from being a member-driven

technologies, new materials and capabilities, and changing regulatory

organization; the members know what they want and need and that is

requirements.”

what is used to direct the association’s efforts.

With all that is happening in the world right now with the pandemic the

What needs and demands does the sector currently have?

association is doing as much as it can to support any members who are

“We’re in need of a new generation of professionals to not only take

impacted professionally by the changes in society. For example, the oil

the reins from a large number of professionals nearing retirement, but

and gas industry is practically at a standstill so many of our members

also to fill the growing number of positions the industry needs to fill.

who work in that industry may be out of a job soon, they may need to

There is demand for qualified, certified professionals. We are working on

find something new or transition their skills to another sector. As an

attracting new talent to the industry. A career in the field of corrosion is

association we need to provide them with the tools that will help them

not something many people are even aware of, but once they discover

make that transition as quickly and as smoothly as possible. One thing we

the variety of opportunities in the profession they’re interested and

were able to do very quickly at the outset of the pandemic was shift many

usually, as in my experience, end up embarking on a lifelong career in

of our courses to virtual learning. We had already been preparing to do

the industry.”

this, so we expedited our plans and it has been a huge success so far.”

How does your Association position itself in relation

What are the effects on the corrosion protection sector of the

to the current market?

international political and economic situation?

“It’s an interesting time for NACE. The association has never been known

“As I mentioned we’re seeing some shifts in our industry due to the

for resting on its laurels. We are always striving to innovate and provide

pandemic and those shifts are the same worldwide. Regarding the future, the global economic situation is going to be challenging for many industries. Corrosion control is an expense many businesses and governments have been prone to delay or even ignore. When a bridge or pipeline is functioning, it seems like waiting to invest in preventing corrosion can wait, but that is what often leads to failures, sometimes to even a catastrophic degree like a pipeline explosion or a bridge collapse.

People outside of the industry often don’t think of corrosion until something goes wrong. We’re constantly working to communicate to decision makers the need for investment in corrosion control before something goes wrong.

The expense may seem like a lot, but it’s ultimately much less than the expense of a corrosion failure.”

As NACE is globally located, how the health emergency of COVID-19 will impact on the global corrosion protection industry and on the NACE events/courses organisation?

This is mostly covered in my previous response, but I will add that although

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we have adapted our educational programming quickly it will take us a

What short-term developments do you think the sector can

bit longer to adapt our events. Many organizations are facing this same

achieve, i.e. in terms of technology and production?

problem. At the moment, we can’t host events even if we want to, most

“Short-term planning should always support long term goals. We are

of the global community has prohibited large gatherings, and if they’re

always looking towards better corrosion management and integrating

not prohibited there is a high level of concern among prospective

a focus on sustainability as we make decisions and determine short-

attendees for events. Most people aren’t ready to come together, but we

term goals. NACE International has a tool called IMPACT PLUS which

hope as the year progresses that will change.

enables organizations to evaluate their corrosion management program

We know the way our events have looked in the past will not be the

and corporate commitments. IMPACT PLUS includes an assessment

way they look moving forward. We’re working on redesigning some of

that provides recommendations for organizational improvement based

our events to fit into what we think a post-pandemic world will look

on the Corrosion Management Maturity Model. Asset owners us this

like, and our conferences team is keeping a close watch on how other

information to validate corrosion control actions by business impact

businesses are handling these changes, whether shifting to virtual

and maintain a successful corrosion management plan. It is a process

options or postponing and redesigning how events are held. It is a

that many companies are using to develop short-term goals that lead

moving target so by the time you publish this we may have a whole

to achieving “big-picture” long-term goals such as greater operational

new perspective.”

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FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY

Operational Flexibility, High Specialisation, and Technological Investment: The Keys to OMR’s Success Alessia Venturi ipcm

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Specialising in the application of anti-corrosion coating systems for the heavy industry, energy, and construction sectors, OMR maintains a well-established partnership with Tosca, a Milan-based company that designs, manufactures, and installs automatic shot blasting machines. This is how OMR manages to subject its products to an excellent surface pre-treatment cycle and obtain optimal adhesion of its coatings, particularly those obtained by thermal spray.

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most well established Italian applicators of anti-corrosion coatings. It operates in this field since 1974. Angelo Viganò established it to offer coating, maintenance, and reconditioning services to the construction and construction machinery sectors. Later, however, due to a crisis in this field, OMR specialised in the application of anti-corrosion coatings on valves and pipes for the transport of water, gas, oil, fuels, and process fluids.

OMR is currently chaired by Giovanna Locatelli and her son Massimo Viganò. Europe, the Middle East, Russia, and the USA are some of the

taly is one of the countries characterised by the most technologies

main markets it serves directly or through its customers in the

and skills in the field of corrosion protection, with its numerous

oil & gas sector, including Eni, Saipem, Tenaris, Technip, Exxon Mobil,

companies specialising in the application of anti-corrosion coatings on

and Gas de France. With a 12,000 m2-wide covered structure on a

a wide variety of products, of which 80% are intended for export. This

28,000 m2-wide area, the firm is fully equipped and organised to

means that most of the parts coated in Italy are intended for major

manage any component, from individual parts to large series.

projects in the global heavy industry, energy, and construction sectors.

“Investment in new technologies is what has allowed OMR to excel

Officina Meccanica Rivoltana (Arzago D’Adda, Bergamo) is one of the

on world markets,” states Giovanna Locatelli. “Our investments have

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The machine designed by Tosca for shot blasting pipes up to 24 inches in diameter.

always been aimed at increasing productivity and providing a flexible, as

This can be performed by spraying, a fluid bed process, or through

complete as possible service. We are able to manage both small orders

a semi-automatic system for treating the outside and inside of pipes

and large product series with the same care and speed. Our shot

with a diameter of 200 mm,” explains Massimo Viganò. “We apply

blasting and coating systems enable us to treat from small workpieces

functional powders like polyethylene (in one, two, or three coats) and

to structures with a maximum weight of 15 tonnes. Several leading

polypropylene (in three coats) with an electrostatic spray system on

foreign companies have certified our processes and we operate in

pre-heated substrates at 250 ° C. We perform metallising processes

compliance with the most

through an electric arc system

important industry standards

with wires in zinc, aluminium,

and the specifications of

or other materials. Finally,

individual customers. Finally,

we apply resins approved for

we are ISO 9001 certified.”

direct contact with food and drinking water and ceramic

Specialisation, OMR’s main strength

coatings with epoxy resins.

“In addition to the standard

businesses remain the

At the same time, our core

automatic and manual shot

oil & gas and the fluid and

blasting processes and to the

drinking water transportation

conventional anti-corrosion

industries.”

liquid and powder coating

“One of the processes that

applications on a chain

distinguishes us is the internal

conveyor plant, we apply

and external treatment of

special coatings such as the Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) thermoplastic products.

© ipcm

Shot blasting inside the pipes is performed with the help of special equipment.

our pipes,” indicates Viganò.

“In our piping department, we have a special machine

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devoted exclusively to the shot blasting of the exteriors of pipes up to 24 inches in diameter, a system designed by us for the internal shot blasting of tubes, and an FBE coating system with induction heating that applies three layers: Fusion Bonded Epoxy, adhesive layer, and polyethylene top coat. With this system, we are able to treat pipes up to 24 inches in diameter; the larger-diameter pipes are heated in a static oven. For their coating we use a manual system that allows us to treat pipes with a dimeter larger than 24”. The advantage of this manual system is that it allows us to vary diameters and quantities according to our customers’ needs.

This would not be possible with automatic systems, because large batches of the same diameter are required to start their operation.

With its manual system OMR is then able to offer a flexible service to a very high value-added market niche.”

The importance of surface pre-treatment

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All coating processes performed by OMR start The cluster shot blasting plant with a double-girder hoist.

with the same step: an excellent pre-treatment operation aimed at giving its components adequate surface roughness for optimal adhesion of coatings, especially those obtained by metallising. “Most of the shot blasting operations necessary for our production are performed with fully automatic systems (tunnel, cluster, roller, and rotary drum plants) using steel grit,” says Viganò. “The manual shot blasting processes, on the other hand, are carried out in booths suitably equipped with partial or automatic recovery systems; these employ grit made of steel, German quartzite, and Garnet. The latter is especially used for the preparation of thin material or of surfaces to be metallised, which require a high surface roughness value.”

Over the years OMR, has created a loyal partnership with a major supplier of shot blasting machines, Tosca (Canegrate, Milan, Italy): it currently uses three automatic systems provided by this manufacturer.

© OMR

The first one, type TS-PB 6 28x38 (co.1200), is The tunnel shot blasting machine.

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a shot blasting plant with a double-girder hoist:

the workpieces are moved inside it through a trolley that runs on a double-beam hoist, exactly like the overhead crane of a factory.

It features five 7.5-kW turbines with directly-coupled motors. The maximum part size allowed in the shot blasting chamber is 2800 cm (ø) x 3800 cm (h) and the maximum weight of the part that can be handled by the hoist is 6,000 kg. The system is equipped with an FC-20 filter (20 cartridges - capacity: 15,000 m3/h - fan power: 15 kW).

The second plant, supplied to OMR in 2008, is the type TS-R20x11, a tunnel machine with a wire mesh conveyor. It treats compound carpentry parts, loaded on the conveyor to be taken into the shot blasting chamber, featuring eight 7-5-kW turbines with a ‘diamondlike’ arrangement and tilted to cover any possible undercuts in one cycle. The maximum workpiece section is 2000 cm x 1100 cm (h).

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The induction system for preheating the pipes before applying the FBE coating.

FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY

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The conveyor, located at the exit of the shot blasting machine, features adjustable geometry to adapt to the different diameters of the tubes.

The machine uses an FC-20 filter (20 cartridges - capacity: 15,000 m3/h -

Long-standing partnership

fan power: 15 kW).

“Tosca and OMR have a long-standing collaboration. We installed our

The third plant supplied by Tosca is a tunnel shot blasting system

first Tosca cluster machine in 1974 and we were very pleased by the

type TS-RB 2x18.5, treating individual tubes through a roller conveyor

quality of the plant, the assistance offered, and the company’s designing

with adjustable geometry. It is

skills,” reveals Giovanna Locatelli.

a special machine tailored by

“Since then, we have often

Tosca on OMR’s needs. Its main

collaborated with them to update

characteristic is its capacity

our shot blasting equipment,

to treat both small and large

up to our last tube treatment

diameter pipes thanks to a

machine, which was tailor-made

special roller conveyor with

for our needs.”

adjustable geometry. Depending

“We use angular grit for our

on the diameter of the tube

treatments since we require

to be treated, the angle of the

high surface roughness values:

rollers can be changed for

this type of abrasive causes

maximum support. The system

greater wear to the machines’

features 2 18,5-kW turbines. It

components. This is why we

can handle pipes from 100 to

need very reliable plants,” states

1,000 mm in diameter. It is also

Massimo Viganò. ‹

equipped with an FC-12 filter (12 cartridges - capacity: 9,000 m3/h - fan power: 7.5 kW).

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SUCCESS STORIES

Cortec’s MCI-2005 Corrosion Inhibiting Admixture Chosen to Protect the Kinnet Tunnel To ensure long-term protection against corrosion and enhance the

The challenges

durability of metallic reinforcement in concrete structures Cortec

The Kinnet tunnel is being constructed to collect flood water from the

provided the corrosion inhibiting admixture MCI®-2005 for the

entire Arava region and the city of Eilat, Israel. The environment in which

construction of the Kinnet Tunnel in Israel.

the tunnel is located is a very harsh one, with sulfate-rich ground and extremely hot weather conditions. Moreover, the regions’ flood water

T

is considered soft water, which contains very few minerals and is very o inhibit corrosion at the level of the rebar, reduce autogenous,

aggressive toward concrete.

plastic, and thermal cracking, and withstand sulfate attack

The aggressive environment where the Kinnet tunnel is located

throughout the Kinnet Tunnel’s service life a combination of corrosion

poses two significant challenges: a physical challenge from

inhibiting admixture MCI®-2005 by Cortec, used with C35/45 concrete

drift-rich water erosion (since the tunnel is not covered and can collect

comprising CEM-III/B sulfate-resistant cement (according to Table-One

debris in the water) and a chemical challenge from aggressive soil

of EN-197-1 and its Israeli equivalent Table-One of IS-1) was specified.

without and soft water within. The casting of thick concrete elements

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SUCCESS STORIES

in a severe environment while seeking to achieve a 100-year service

This method also took away the need to add extra reinforcement steel

life posed a special construction challenge. The project needed to

to minimize dynamic cracking (maximal crack width, 0.1 mm, according

meet requirements for an exposure level set to XA-3 (harsh soil

to IS-466-1), which would have otherwise been required under the

aggressiveness) according to Table One of EN-206-1 (Exposure Level 11

limiting values method.

according to the equivalent Israeli standard IS-118).

It also reduced the likelihood of autogenous, plastic, and thermal cracking from using excess cement to achieve the required C50/60

The solution

concrete strength under the limiting values method.

To respond to the challenges posed by the construction of the Kinnet

Use of CEM-III/B sulfate-resistant cement provided chemical durability

Tunnel, Cortec provided MCI®-2005, a water-based, organic, corrosion

for the site’s harsh environment and, by enabling slower strength

inhibiting admixture for protection of metallic reinforcement in concrete

development, was an additional way to reduce thermal cracking.

structures, which can enhance the durability and extend the service life

The performance-based method also provided a built-in solution for

of reinforced concrete exposed to corrosive environments.

non-constructive application errors (e.g., insufficient rebar cover, surface

MCI -2005 contains a blend of amine salts of carboxylic acids which,

cracking, or non-constructive segregation) that could significantly reduce

when incorporated into concrete, form a protective layer on embedded

long-term structural service life by allowing early corrosion initiation. The

reinforcement, delaying the onset of corrosion as well as reducing

presence of MCI®-2005 will help protect against corrosion should these

existing corrosion rates.

problems arise, while the limiting values method would have included

MCI®-2005 protects both anodic and cathodic areas within a corrosion

no protection after corrosion started.

cell and has lower toxicity and environmental impact than traditional

MCI®-2005 contains 67% USDA certified biobased content and meets

corrosion inhibiting admixtures, and a low dosage rate with minimal

all requirements of ASTM C1582. It is ANSI/NSF Standard 61 certified for

effect on concrete.

use in structures holding potable water and complies with CSA S413,

The performance-based method was chosen instead of the alternative

Section C1.2, for corrosion inhibiting. It is field and lab tested worldwide.

®

“Limiting Values Design Method” because it offered better durability (demonstrated by LIFE-365 software analysis predictions) without adding For further information: www.cortecvci.com

© Lavi Natif Elgavish (2014) LTD / Glimmer - Industrial Consultation

© Cortec

to project costs.

The area where the Kinnet Tunnel is being constructed.

MCI®-2005 contains a blend of amine salts of carboxylic acids which, when incorporated into concrete, form a protective layer on embedded reinforcement.

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FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGY

Jotun Provides Coating Solution for Drilling Platform Deepsea Stavanger Siri Moldestad Sanna and Lasse Isaksen Jotun A/S - Sandefjord, Norway

siri.sanna@jotun.no - lasse.isaksen@jotun.com

Jotun is collaborating with Odfjell Drilling to provide an anti-fouling and

potential to threaten the efficiency of operations. Heavy fouling on the rig

topside coating solution for drilling platform Deepsea Stavanger, which is

hull will increase frictional drag and this, allied to the force of the currents

located off the coast of South Africa and set to work for oil major Total.

against the rig walls, makes it harder to maintain the correct position. This creates a demand for greater thruster power.

D

eepsea Stavanger, the dual derrick, dynamic positioned (DP),

“It became clear that Deepsea Stavanger required an anti-fouling tailored

semi-submersible is set to work in demanding environmental

to deliver a clean hull, and optimal performance, in the most challenging

conditions off the coast of South Africa for oil major Total. To ensure

environmental conditions,” comments Lasse Isaksen, Global Concept

optimum operations and durability, both above and below the surface,

Director - Offshore “Biofouling is as big an issue for the offshore industry,

Jotun is applying the anti-fouling SeaQuantum Ultra S and topcoat

particularly with DP vessels, as it is for shipping, and with our established

Hardtop One, a polixiloxane coating, at the Semco Maritime yard near

expertise in this niche we were perfectly positioned to find the right

Bergen, Norway.

solution for this advanced asset. Our in-house anti-fouling team examined

the individual vessel requirements, operational parameters, localised

The challenges

fouling intensity, and in-depth metocean data to determine the best

A combination of high fouling intensity and strong ocean currents has the

coating. SeaQuantum Ultra S will deliver the results Odfjell Drilling and © Lene Fossdal - Jotun A/S

The drilling platform Deepsea Stavanger is located off the coast of South Africa and set to work for oil major Total.

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all its stakeholders demand, protecting the rig for long-term, durable operations, while its fast polishing silyl acrylate composition ensures a clean hull and optimal manoeuvrability and performance.â&#x20AC;? Moving above sea level, the rig topside will be coated with Jotunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s single component coating Hardtop One, which oďŹ&#x20AC;ers excellent gloss retention for protection in even the most intense sunlight and UV exposure.  â&#x20AC;&#x153;Deepsea Stavanger is a state-of-the-art rig that will deliver market leading performance for our globally respected client, â&#x20AC;&#x153;states HĂĽkon

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A 20-year collaboration Hernes continues: â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a commitment to our customers to provide outstanding service and the highest quality, whatever the demands, and we look for the same standards in our suppliers and their products. The innovative combination of solutions from Jotun, providing first class protection and performance above and below the waves, shows they understand our needs and can help us tackle industry challenges. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re delighted to have them onboard.â&#x20AC;? Jotun and Odfjell Drilling have been working together for around 20 years, but this, according to Sales Engineer Rune Nautnes, who helped lead the collaboration from Jotunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side, was one of the biggest single maintenance projects to date. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We always enjoy an excellent collaboration with Odfjell Drilling, and this was no exception,â&#x20AC;? he notes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The team there provided first class

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Wet abrasive blasting is among the methods most frequently used to remove paint, mill scale, rust, and other coatings from surfaces in a clean and efficient way.

INNOVATIONS: PRESENT&FUTURE

Evaluation of Wet Blast Cleaning Methods Stephan Rindfleisch Graco Distribution BV – Maasmechelen, Belgium

stephan.rindfleisch@graco.com

Wet abrasive blasting is a clean and efficient way to remove paint,

However, wet blasting mixes water into the blast media to enhance

mill scale, rust, and other coatings from surfaces. This article gives

the levels of surface finish that can be achieved. There are a number

an overview of the different wet blast cleaning methods, with their

of wet abrasive blasting methods and they all have their pros and cons.

advantages and disadvantages.

W

et blasting, like dry blasting, relies on an abrasive media

Wet abrasive blasting methods

delivered at high speed under pressure to remove surface

Air abrasive wet blasting

contaminants and achieve a desired finish on a chosen surface.

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There are several air abrasive wet blasting units:

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INNOVATIONS: PRESENT&FUTURE

The Graco EcoQuip2 devices make abrasive blasting more efficient and productive.

The nozzle of the Graco EcoQuip2 system.

water pressure. This moist abrasive is injected into the air stream by

• Slurry blasters A slurry blaster is a dry abrasive blasting machine equipped with

hydraulic controls, affording an independent and fine control over

a nozzle to add water to the blast media just before it touches the

the air pressure and the water/abrasive consumption rate. Vapour

surface. The first type encircles the blast stream with a curtain of water

abrasive blasters can effectively blast at low pressures (30psi) but can

(halo ring) after it leaves the nozzle. The second type uses a water

also blast as high as 170psi. Vapour abrasive blasting units use only as

injection nozzle (WIN) to inject the water into the blast just before it

much water and media as required by the application.

reaches the nozzle. The water stream could also be sprayed into the abrasive stream beyond the nozzle.

(Ultra-)high-pressure water blasters High-pressure water blasters produce a stream of water with a high

• Venturi blasters

velocity by passing a flow of pressurized water through a specially

Venturi blasters store water and blast media in the pot. Under

designed small orifice nozzle. High-pressure water blasting develops

influence of the passing pressurized air stream, this mixture is sucked

a pressure up to 5,000psi, which is insufficient for the removal of tight

out of the pot (venturi effect). The volume of water and media in the

rust or mill scale from steel. For that you will need ultra-high-pressure

blast stream is dependent on the amount of pressurized air.

water blasting that develops very high pressures of 30,000psi and more. High-pressure water blasting cannot be used for the surface

• Vapour abrasive blasters

roughening of steel itself. Abrasives must be added to the blast stream

Vapour abrasive blasters combine water and abrasive in a pot under

to increase its corrosive force.

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© Graco

An application phase.

Illustration of vapour abrasive blasting.

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Advantages & disadvantages of wet abrasive blasting methods ADVANTAGES

DISADVANTAGES Extra hose

SLURRY BLASTERS

High cleaning rates

Sludge clean-up

Reduce dust

High water consumption

Retrofit

High abrasive consumption

Inexpensive

High operator fatigue due to extra water hose No flow control

High cleaning rates

VENTURI BLASTERS

Reduce dust Limited flow control

Higher purchase cost Sludge clean-up High water consumption High abrasive consumption

High cleaning rates Reduce dust

VAPOUR ABRASIVE

Low water consumption

BLASTERS

Low abrasive consumption

Higher purchase cost

Fine air pressure & abrasive control Appropriate for different applications High thrust Greatly reduce dust

Poor visibility

HIGH-PRESSURE

Long hose

High water consumption

WATER BLASTING

No abrasive consumption

Insufficient for removal of tight rust or mill scale

Simple design

No profile roughening Lower cleaning rates

No profile roughening

ULTRA-HIGH-PRESSURE

No abrasive consumption

High water consumption

WATER JETTING

Cleanest surface

High thrust Lower cleaning rates

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Considerations when using wet abrasive blasting

Faster

The units that incorporate water into air abrasive blasting produce

• No need to set pot pressure relative to blast pressure

cleaning rates comparable to dry blasting and are very practical for field

• Easy to adjust blast pressure and to regulate media

applications.

• No need for containment and less clean-up.

High-pressure water blasting without sand is not capable of removing tight rust and mill scale under normal conditions.

Cleaner

All wet blast units have a significantly lower dust reduction than dry

• Produces a fine mist

blasting.

• Generates 92% less airborne dust than dry blasting

The different types of wet abrasive blasting units vary in cost, portability,

• Less toxic runoff.

production capability, and adaptability to existing blast cleaning equipment. The best solution for your application depends on the size

Greener

and type of job and availability of support equipment. In most cases the

• Less media needed when compared to slurry or traditional wet

water should be enriched with inhibitors to prevent flash rust.

abrasive blasting • Less water needed when compared to Ultra-high pressure water

Vapour abrasive blasting, with 92% less dust

jetting

The Graco EcoQuip2 makes abrasive blasting more efficient and productive:

• Less media needed, which equals less containment and clean-up. ‹

Q U A EXCELLENCE I T Y

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C O R P O R AT I O N Environmentally Safe VpCI ®/MCI ® Technologies

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INNOVATIONS: PRESENT&FUTURE

Splash Zone Protection for Offshore Wind Turbines Thomas Martin Belzona Polymerics Ltd. – Harrogate, United Kingdom

tmartin@belzona.com

The offshore wind turbine industry spends big when it comes to

the surface. The coating layers are applied by skilled, experienced

corrosion mitigation, and no wonder, considering the severity of the

application technicians. Tightly controlled quality procedures ensure

offshore conditions faced by the turbines over their design life.

the coating manufacturer’s specifications are followed to the letter.

Rigorous inspection ensures a finish to the highest standard, defect

Corrosion mitigation in the design phase

free, and ready for service. And to top it off, this usually takes place in

For the steel parts of the structures, this means a protective coating.

a temperature and humidity-controlled environment, free of dust and

During the design phase of any offshore asset, careful consideration is

contamination.

given to coating selection, with stringent requirements and exhaustive test campaigns, in search of the highest available protection.

Splash zones – common problem area

The same level of care is given during the application of the coating.

But despite best efforts, no system can be infallible, and inevitably issues

The substrate surfaces are prepared to industry standards; checked,

will occur in service, leading to the need for corrective action. Once such

corrected, and checked again, before a drop of coating touches

area, which commonly suffers with corrosion issues, is at the water line,

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or “splash zone”.

completely under water.

In splash zone areas, wear and corrosion

This hydrophobic property also ensures

are accelerated due to the constant forces

that surface contaminants are displaced

acting on the surface from the moving sea

from the substrate during brush

water. This causes factory applied coatings

application, allowing for the coating to

to fail prematurely, and once they are

attain intimate contact with the substrate,

removed, corrosion of the steel substrate

and thus achieve high adhesion, as can be

occurs rapidly. The presence of water and

seen in Table 1.

salts ensures rapid corrosion, and the

The high adhesion achieved by surface

constant movement of water from currents

tolerant materials is the key factor in

and tidal forces, removes any passivation

ensuring longevity of repair. Furthermore,

layer, exposing fresh steel to corrode once

coating manufacturers combine the surface

again.

tolerant properties with the other key performance characteristics, needed for effective protection.

Limitations of common materials Many of the commonly used solutions

Case Study

drawbacks including, time consuming and

In November 2007 on an offshore platform

challenging application, high costs, and high

in the Adriatic Sea, operators were facing

incidence of failures.

the problem of splash zone corrosion.

There are few commercial adhesives on the

Due to the conditions and extent of the

market that can bond well onto substrates

corrosion, there was no opportunity to

in wet or aquatic environments, especially

access the full repair area under dry

at low temperatures. As a result, it is often required for applications to be carried out at low tide and in still waters, when the

© Belzona Ltd.

for problems in splash zones have their

conditions, leading to the prospect of a full Coating applied under water.

structural replacement of the platform leg, requiring length disruptions to operation,

repair area can be made completely dry.

and coming at a significant cost.

This offers a short window of opportunity

Wanting to avoid this option, the operators

for operators to carry out repairs, making

contacted a local solution provider,

implementation of the solution a logistical

who was already well established for

challenge.

providing corrosion protection for top side equipment. Fortunately, the availability of surface tolerant materials has recently hit

Thankfully, solution providers and coating

the market, and a practical option for repair

manufacturers have taken note of these

was put forward.

challenges, and in recent years developed

A specialist diving team was brought in

solutions with both performance and

to carry out the applications. First by

practicality in mind.

preparing the surface with underwater

Modern technology in polymer resins

grinding equipment, to remove hard

has allowed for the invention of aptly

contaminants and corroded material.

names “Surface Tolerant” coatings.

Finally, a 2-coat system of surface tolerant

While conventional coating materials are

material was applied both above and

dispersible in water during the application

below the water line, providing complete

phase, surface tolerant materials are

protection in the splash zone.

specially formulated to be hydrophobic,

In 2012, the application was revisited and

meaning they hold together on the

found to be in excellent condition.

presence of water. This allows for them to be applied on wet substrates, or even

© Belzona Ltd.

Surface Tolerant materials

Application revisited.

While historically it was offshore Oil & Gas operators who were able to make the most

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© Belzona Ltd.

Table 1 - Adhesion values of surface tolerant materials under various conditions.

of surface tolerant coatings, manufacturers are now optimistic that

the capabilities of the resins during application, with a view to making

their coatings can offer significant benefits in other industries. One such

them more suited for a wider variety of conditions.

example is the offshore wind power industry.

Recent developments have seen the addition of new resins specifically

Mr. Wade, Technical Engineer at a leading coating manufacturer, states:

designed for application in cooler climates. As such, manufacturers are

“The splash zone problems seen in offshore Oil & Gas are heavily

now able to offer coating systems that can be applied at temperatures

present due to the aging nature of the assets. As offshore wind farms

as low as 5 °C. These new resins remain low enough in viscosity at lower

age, it is likely that the issue will become increasingly present. With a

temperatures, making them easy to apply at the correct coating thickness.

large portion of the world’s offshore turbines being situated in cold,

Paired with that, advancements in resin technology have allowed for

Northern European waters, it is essential that solution providers adapt

colder curing materials, which achieve full cure at lower temperatures.

to these needs”.

These developments will come as a welcome addition to asset owners and operators who struggle with cold weather. For many, this will

Recent developments

mean repairs are no longer constrained by the seasons, allowing for

Early versions of surface tolerant materials have offered significant

applications throughout more of the year, allowing operators to respond

advantages for operators, allowing for practical repair and protection

more quickly to problems.

solutions in difficult scenarios, maintaining asset integrity while minimising disruption.

Conclusion

However, these still had their limitations. Cold waters in cooler climates

While it remains critical to look for robust solutions during the design

posed a significant challenge for application teams. This is because

and implementation phase of offshore equipment, asset owners and

the resins used in these surface tolerant coatings were optimised for

operators can at least take some comfort in the rising capabilities of in-

temperatures in the range of 15 °C up to 40 °C. At lower temperatures,

situ applied repair and protection solutions.

the coating would become highly viscous during application, making it

As coating manufacturers continue to push the bounds of what can be

difficult to achieve the correct film thickness. Furthermore, these resins

achieved in the harshest offshore conditions, industry will be looking to

relied on a warm ambient temperature to ensure an effective cure of

make the most of what these technologies has to offer. Those who do

the coating.

so successfully, stand to make significant savings by reducing disruption

While incremental changes to these coatings have focused on improving

to their critical operations, avoiding unplanned downtimes, and reducing

performance, there has also been significant innovation on expanding

their overall maintenance burden. ‹

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BRAND-NEW

Vessel Protection During Corona These are extraordinary times and practically every form of business is

prevention of marine growth. A highly efficient cooler that’s protected

experiencing some kind of fall out as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

against fouling through the use of UV-C light. An innovation that fits

The maritime sector is no exception and the Corrosion team hopes all of

today’s need for sustainable solutions

their partners will push through without too many difficulties.

Construction materials

A

s we know, ships that are laid up are susceptible to fouling, which can

The cooler is made of carbon steel and coated with a UV-resistant 2

result in serious maintenance costs. Corrosion has recently launched

component epoxy paint. This combination, together with the use of

its environmentally friendly UV-C light technology to protect coolers against

sacrificial anodes, ensures that no galvanic corrosion will occur, even if

fouling and thought this could be a good option for vessels needing

impact occurs and the coating is damaged.

protection during the current situation. With this new technology, the powerful UV light source protects every surface it comes into contact with.

Retrofit

Corrosion is making this technology available for everybody. It can be

The UV-C Coolers are not only the best solution for new building vessels

fitted to protect any surface, as long as the light can reach it. Sea chests,

but are also interchangeable with traditional box coolers. Due to their

propellers, the hull, thruster tunnels, strainers. No problem: Just connect

higher efficiency, the dimensions of the UV-C Coolers will fit in the existing

the power unit.

available space. The in- and outlets on top of the cooler are tailor-made to

This offer is temporary and requires no permanent commitment

fit the original piping without needing major adjustments.

or purchase. It is possible to lease lamps for just a week, or longer, depending on needs. The offer includes UV-C lamps, a power unit, and

Benefits:

connection materials: all the equipment is simple to install (and later

• Environmentally friendly

uninstall). Corrosion is not able to do the installation due to the current

• Higher heat transfer efficiency due to pillow plate technology

COVID-19 safety measures, but they’re available to assist, 24/7.

• Robust construction

UV-C light is a proven and highly effective anti-fouling technology that

• 24/7 protection when at sea and for laid-up vessels

brings a lot of advantages, especially if vessel is temporarily laid up.

• No risk of galvanic corrosion due to the use of mild steel • Backwards compatibility with existing box coolers.

UV-C Cooler In an exclusive cooperation with high-end partners like Philips, CORROSION developed a non-chemical alternative solution for the

For further information: www.corrosion.nl © Corrosion BV

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Coatings Made with Flame-Spray Applied Anti-corrosive Thermoplastic Powders: No More Excuses with IBIX MAXI-HI TECH Gun Beatrice Bovo Tecno Supply, division of IBIX Srl - Lugo (Ravenna, Italy)

beatrice.bovo@ibix.it

The advantages of thermoplastic coatings compared to the most

porous surfaces such as concrete and fiberglass: the IBIX powder

common alternatives - such as epoxy coatings and polyurea - in the

range - among which the most popular PolyHotCote (PHC®) and

protection of surfaces are well renowned to all contractors interested

POLYFUSION® coatings stand out for the protection of metal and

in providing a quality and longer-lasting service. An eco-friendly option,

cement surfaces - offers solutions suitable for all coating needs.

which allows professionals to stand out from their competition with a more versatile solution, able to match a wide scenario of different

The thermoplastic coatings’ advantages

environments.

Just to list a few of the benefits provided by thermoplastic coatings in terms of anticorrosion protection: the exceptional resistance

F

to chemicals, acid and alkaline agents; the extraordinary ease of or over 20 years the Italian company IBIX Srl based in Lugo (Ravenna,

application (no primer needed on metals) and maintenance - such that

Italy) has been offering innovative solutions for the anti-corrosive

thermoplastic coatings are defined, by their nature, “stain-proof”-; the

coating industry by making thermoplastic powders its workhorse.

advantages in terms of barrier waterproofing to liquids and vapours;

Mild and galvanized steel, aluminium, metals in general as well as

the high resistance to impact, abrasion, adverse weather conditions, UV

© IBIX

Application with flame spray technology.

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HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH

rays and salt spray.

© IBIX

have a permanent effect for the

And again, the perfect colour

entire duration of the coating

retention even in the case

itself. An additional ally in the fight

of exposure to particularly

against microbes and bacteria,

corrosive environments; the

which, today more than ever, is of

unsurpassed flexibility even at

fundamental importance.

rigid temperatures; the complete absence of phthalates, isocyanates,

Flame Spray Technology

heavy metals, VOCs and the

Despite the indisputable benefits

various approvals including the one

of thermoplastic powder-based

for contact with drinking water and

finishes, however, the obstacle

food, the excellent behaviour in

represented by their application

case of fire, etc.

remained restricted to “in-line”

Thermoplastic coatings are truly the winning solution in numerous applications both indoor and outdoor, even in the most extreme and demanding ones.

POLYFUSION AM® is widely used in the health industry: walls, floorings, handrails, handles, furnishings, any surface subject to direct contact with the hands.

painting by means of large systems (oven, spray booth or equipment for fluidised bed application).

Thanks to the patented Flame Spray Technology of its exclusive production, IBIX Srl has long since

Antimicrobial coatings Last but not least, the possibility of offering coatings in an antimicrobial

exceeded the limits represented by “traditional” powder coating. The

version: POLYFUSION AM®, the only solution that combines the

machines of the IBIX GLADIATOR range are portable systems capable

efficiency, resistance and durability of IBIX thermoplastic coatings

of applying a resistant and long-lasting coating directly in the field,

with the effectiveness of silver ions in the fight against microbes

allowing virtually any substrate / object to be coated, regardless of its

and bacteria. POLYFUSION AM® reduces the presence of diffused

size or whether or not it can be moved.

microorganisms to 99.9999%, such as methicillin-resistant RSA -

The Flame Spray Technology consists in the deposition of semi-melted

Staphylococcus aureus, E-coli, Salmonella, Bacillus Subtilis, etc. An

polymer particles on a pre-heated metal surface or primed porous

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antimicrobial barrier, which, moreover, has an effect not only in the

surface whereby the process heat causes the particles to flow and melt

prevention of bacterial profiling, but also in its limitation, as it reduces

in a homogeneous and complete polymeric coating.

the microbial load on the contaminated surfaces that come into

The system allows long-term anticorrosive protection to be applied

contact with the treated ones. Furthermore, unlike other solutions on

regardless of weather conditions (flame spraying is in fact usable in hot,

the market, the action of the silver ions is endless: the protection will

cold and even in the rain, if the object is protected from direct rain)

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A cold room before (left) and after (right) the treatment with POLYFUSION AM®: pharmaceutical, food, agricultural, breeding, but also surfaces for civil and areas/products for children are typical applications fields where POLYFUSION AM® is primarily used.

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and, since it does not require “drying” or “laying”

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times, it allows immediate turn-around of the coated substrates. Even the risk of damaging systems, vehicles, pedestrians, etc., is minimised as there is no overspray and it will always be possible to make touch-ups and repairs quickly and easily.

Thanks to their versatility and ease of application, thermoplastic powder coatings applied using IBIX GLADIATOR Flame Spray Technology are ideal for providing long-term protection for various types of substrates in numerous fields of application: from the most varied industrial sectors such as the chemical-pharmaceutical, food, mining, construction and civil construction sectors, urban furniture, water infrastructures, etc.

The IBIX’s latest product innovations Now a further step forward made by the IBIX team allows a revolution in terms of speed and ease of application: with the IBIX MAXI-HI TECH gun, the “new-born” of the IBIX family, the output quadruples.

“With the Large Gun in the Centurion version, equipped with a spray pattern of 10 cm, it was possible for an operator to coat about 100 square meters of concrete in a working day already”, says one of the two sisters, owners and founders of

Flame Spray applied thermoplastic powders have no limits in terms of application issues.

IBIX Srl Susanna Giovannini. “Now, the brand-new IBIX MAXI-HI TECH gun, with more than 25-30 cm spraying pattern, allows you to complete up to

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400 square meters in the same time frame, enclosing the efficiency of 4 simultaneous systems in a single unit”.

Moreover, thanks to the possibility of installing an infrared pyrometer incorporated on the gun, the coating of the metal surfaces can be constantly monitored, thus allowing to minimise any melting mistakes resulting from incorrect pre-heating or wrong monitoring of the surface temperature.

With the latest IBIX innovation, compatible with most of the Flame Spray models already produced, we are moving towards a significant reduction of time and application costs, which make the Flame Spray Technology combined with the indisputable advantages of thermoplastics, an effective alternative from all points of view: functionality, performance, longevity, and economics. ‹

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The MAXI-HI TECH gun mounted on the IBIX HERCULES Flame Spray Unit.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE MONTH

Investing from the Outset to Avoid Paying Later Michael McGlamry Hempel A/S – Conroe (Texas), United States

hempel.us@hempel.com

Offshore structures and platforms are constantly exposed to harsh

protective solution for offshore assets and structures.

weather conditions and the corrosive effects of sea water. These

Taking each part of the system individually, Hempatop Repel 800 is the

structures, located off most coastal countries across the world, never have

first ever volumetric water-repellent coating available on the market. It

a break from the unforgiving environment surrounding them. Many years

is a topcoat that fundamentally delivers enhanced corrosion protection

of research and development have gone into the design and engineering

by actively repelling water from the coated surface. It also delivers full

of these facilities to ensure that they are safe to operate on. However,

protection with fewer coating layers, so it can be applied faster and lasts

protecting them from the elements remains a challenge.

longer than conventional coatings solutions. Crucially, this saves owners

A fundamental cog is to safeguard against corrosion to increase safety

time and money for offshore maintenance.

and to maximise/extend the structure’s life cycle. Here is where the

The secret to the success of this coating system, however, is that it is

importance of protective coatings comes into play.

used in combination with activated zinc primer Avantguard 770. Based on Hempel’s innovative patented technology, Avantguard uses a unique

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ffshore structures tend to be in isolated locations. And, if there is a

combination of zinc dust, hollow glass spheres and a proprietary activator

coating failure and corrosion sets in, maintenance work can be very

to make the zinc contained within the coating more effective. It’s an

costly. The respective asset would also need to be taken offline until all

unrivalled three-in-one advanced corrosion protection solution.

works are carried out. That means even more potential losses.

By using Avantguard 770 as the primer, asset owners benefit from a

These mammoth structures have long been safeguarded against

coating solution that delivers excellent adhesion and reduced rust creep

corrosion with protective coatings. Up until recently three-coat systems

when applied on manually prepared salt-contaminated surfaces. The

were the preferred method of choice. But comprehensive research has

innovative primer also offers outstanding flexibility, impact and crack

shown that three-coat systems regularly show signs of early coating

resistance not found in conventional zinc rich primers.

failure. This is mainly due to water ingress through the coating system,

When choosing this two-coat system there are significant savings to

stress induced micro-cracking, and/or mechanical damage. What this

be gained due to the reduced number of man-hours needed to apply

leads to is frequent maintenance cycles that most asset owners struggle

the system compared with conventional three-coat systems. This

with. Therefore, it would be safe to say that protecting an asset with the

simplifies the construction and maintenance processes of offshore

right solution from the outset will help minimise any future headaches for

assets and reduces costs for owners. The combination of Hempatop

the asset owners, as well as unsustainable maintenance costs.

Repel 800 and Avantguard 770 delivers improved flexibility and crack

One step less

fundamentally, minimises corrosion.

resistance, increased adhesion retention, lasts significantly longer and, In order to create solutions to meet the needs of asset owners it is important to understand the challenges behind them. At Hempel, the

A cut above the rest

worldwide coatings manufacturer, these challenges are well understood.

This unique two coat system meets the obligations of even the strictest

This is why the company launched Hempatop Repel 800 - an advanced

of industry test requirements, including ISO 12944:2018 Part 9 for a

water repellent coating system. The unique combination of the water

CX category, and it is prequalified for NORSOK M-501 Ed. 6, System

repellent topcoat,

1, ticking one more

combined with zinc

box when looking for

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activated primer -

trusted solutions. By

Hempadur Avantguard

investing in a coating

770 - has created a

system that will last for

robust, anti-corrosive

the entire life cycle of

two-coat system

an asset – 15-25 years

specifically designed for

– owners can sleep

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offshore maintenance and formulated to deliver a superior

Hempel launched Hempatop Repel 800, an advanced water repellent coating system specifically designed for offshore maintenance and formulated to deliver a superior protective solution for offshore assets and structures.

easy knowing that they have paid now to avoid paying later. ‹

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Coating Inspections: Review and Preparation Of Inspection Documents (Part 2) Massimo Cornago NACE International Certified Coating Inspector, NACE CIP PEER Reviewer

cornago@ipcm.it

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n the last article, named Part 1, we focused the attention on the first part of the

documentation “associated with the specification”. In the second one, named Part

2, we discuss all the documentation prepared by a Coating Inspector.

• Documents associated with the specification detailing the work to be done by the applicator, including the specific inspection requirements: “Work Plan”, “Quality Control Plan”, “Safety Plan”, Other Submittals” and “Pre-Job Meeting Report”.

• Documents prepared by the Inspector to document the work accomplished by the applicator: “Purpose of Inspector’s Documentation”, “Items for Inspection Documentation”, “Inspector Plan”, “Completing Inspector’s Daily Reports”, “Documenting Deviations from Specification” and “Documents after the Job is

Completed”.

Purpose of Inspector’s Documentation In order to accomplish his responsibilities satisfactorily, the Inspector should prepare detailed documentation of all the work done by the applicator during the project.

Data from its detailed reports may provide significant assistance in resolving disputes between the two parties. The purpose of reporting is as follows: • In the event of premature failure of the coating, all the inspection records may be reviewed to support the analysis.

• Inspection records provide a means of ensuring that deviation from the specification can be corrected prior to the final acceptance of the work.

• In case that more than only one Inspector inspects the work, the records provide “a history” of what has transpired and of the current status of the project.

Items for Inspection Documentation The specific items for inspection documentation may vary depending on the job specification; however, the following items generally require the following documentation: • Type and amount of work accomplished, i.e. crew size, application schedules, areas worked.

• Environmental conditions under which the work was done.

• Methods of “surface preparation” and methods of “coating application”, the equipment used and related operating conditions.

• Instrumental analysis and related specific calibrations.

• Measurements taken (WFT, DFT, etc.).

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• Precise amounts of materials used every day for every different activity.

once completed for a particular coating system, the inspection plan can

• Every deviation from contract specification requirements and their

be used with minor or no modification for many different jobs.

resolutions.

C3. Completing inspector’s daily reports Unless otherwise specified, the Inspector may select his own documentation

The inspector should record observations and measurements on the

formatting for any single activity during the paint project: Inspection of

coating job conditions as required and note any hot points. This may

materials, equipment (before and after the use), surface preparation, coating

include the followings:

application, partial and final acceptance, etc.

• Weather and site conditions

There are many different types of reporting forms (NACE, SSPC, FROSIO, ISO,

• Pre-surface preparation setup

etc.): according to the agreements made during the PJM (Pre Job Meeting)

• Surface preparation

the Inspector may use an extract of them or, as an alternative, he may

• Surface cleanliness and roughness

prepare forms that suit his particular needs and, at the same time, provide

• Coating material preparation

adequate space to record each item. This can be done inexpensively on a PC

• Film thickness measurement

(personal computer) and the forms can be printed for field use.

• Film physical or appearance properties

Alternatively, data can be recorded directly into a PC or entered

• Other factors, conditions, or observations.

immediately after return to the office. In this way data can be retrieved or

The inspector’s daily reports are probably the most important documents.

treated mathematically much more efficiently.

Data on the standard form should be integrated with written descriptions in the job log. These should be objective observations, not intuition or

Procedure for Documenting Inspections

guesswork. They should be independent, not reflecting bias for or against

C1. Pre-job specification documentation

the applicator or owner. They should note calibrations of instruments and

Before starting the job, the Inspector should:

other data that substantiate credibility.

• Prepare or obtain all the “standard inspection forms” to be used during the Coatings Inspection, as well as copies of all the documents.

C4. Documenting deviations from specification

• Modify the “standard inspections form” to meet the specific

If the inspector finds any deviations from the specification or regulations,

requirements of the job, based on the examination of the contract

he should:

documents (contracts, specifications, drawings, standards, material

• Document the deviations, based on a pre-determined procedure.

specifications, written submittals).

• Describe actions taken to resolve deviations satisfactorily.

• Determine the frequencies and time (when) and the format (how) for

• Identify any specification deviations that was not resolved.

recording information.

• Set the protocol to be followed for the compilation, in particular the

C5. Documents after the job is completed

format of the date (English, American, Italian, etc.) and, if necessary, sign

After the completion of the job, the Inspector should:

or put extended signature (clear and legible) of the copies to be kept

• Verify that all required entries and supporting notes have been made,

on site or by the Inspector or by the Company. It is recommended to

that they are clearly legible and that they are properly signed.

describe the work done as completely as it is required by the inspection

• Deliver or retain the record log, as required.

plan. In case that more than one Inspector uses the book, each entry has

• Furnish any photos, complete of the date in which they were taken

to be initialled by the Inspector recording it.

and other identification data on the back of the photo, and any other

• Determine the need for physical records (i.e. replica tape, pH paper, etc.)

supplementary documentation.

and for diagrams.

Conclusions C2. Inspection plan

In order to complete his work in a very efficient and satisfactory manner,

In order to achieve quality and timely inspections, the Inspector should

the Inspector must utilize several basic documents, some prepared by

have an orderly inspection plan and a precise schedule for implementing

others and some by himself, as summarized here below:

it. The inspection process should be conducted in such a manner than

Documents prepared by others: “Job Specification”, “Work Plan”, “Quality

workers gain a better understanding of the job specification requirements,

Control Plan”, “Safety Plan” and “Report of Pre-Job Meeting”.

and are assisted in completing retained work. If the coating does not

Documents prepared by himself: “Inspection Plan”, “Daily Reports”,

include an inspection plan, the inspector should prepare one by himself.

“Inspection Forms” and “Deviation Reports”. The correct application of all

The complete plan indicates what instruments will be necessary and

the documentation set out above, guarantees the excellent execution of

shows what additional information might be needed. In other words, it is

the paint job, drastically reducing any related failures and moving the first

a checklist or an agenda of the inspection items to be recorded. However,

scheduled maintenance operations over the time. ‹

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1. Why and when did your company get involved seriously with sustainability?

Index (DJSI) and this is surely a great result for our Company. It means that our sustainability performance based on environmental, social and economic performance are competitive with other leading companies.

Claudia Salomoni, AkzoNobel – In the last two decades AkzoNobel set

We are always ahead of local regulations applying more restrictive

out to transform itself into a trusted generator of sustainable long-term

rules to our formulations, e.g. our products are heavy metal free and

value and positive social impact.

TGIC free since 1996; in 2014 we certified SMaRT our architectural

As a company, AkzoNobel believes the Sustainable Development Goals

collection Interpon D and lately EPD Environmental Product Declaration,

(SDGs), developed by the United Nations in 2005, are a blueprint for

in order to set a clear parameter to check our progress. Nowadays,

achieving a better and more sustainable future for all.

being sustainable and capable to satisfy these kinds of requirements

Increasing stakeholder value by delivering sustainable solutions to our

represents one of the most important index of progress, and AkzoNobel

customers is crucial for the success of our Company. Sustainable business

is on the right way. We are also re-designing our industrial collections

operations are a prerequisite for meeting our challenging targets. This is

to be more efficient and less impacting with Low-E technology. For the

the main reason why in 2016 AkzoNobel issued a new Policy Statement

first time powder coatings can be baked at a very low temperature,

on Health, Safety, Environment and Security, which is fully aligned with our commitment to meeting all our stakeholders’ expectations in running

generating less CO2, using less energy to be applied and speeding up

the production.

a profitable and sustainable business, while at the same time meeting all our commitments to society and the environment.

Marco Benen, BASF – One key KPI for BASF is the Sustainable Solution Steering. This method creates transparency on our product portfolio

Marco Benen, BASF – What we call sustainability today has been a

and builds the basis to steer our portfolio in a more sustainable

topic for decades. BASF has been paying attention to environmental and

direction.

societal issues for a long time. Over the past years, a holistic view along

Each solution is assigned to one of four categories according to its

the entire value chain has been taken into consideration.

contribution to sustainability. This detailed analysis and transparent classification allow us to both improve individual solutions and steer

Gaetano Blanda, Evonik – Sustainability has a long history at Evonik. It

the entire portfolio to make it more sustainable. It also enables further

dates back to the commitments of our predecessor companies such as

integration of sustainability into our strategic, R&D and customer

Hüls or Degussa. At the beginning, environmental and societal aspects

support processes.

prevailed. Nowadays sustainability has a significant impact on our business success as mentioned above.

Gaetano Blanda, Evonik – Measurability is key. That’s why, many years ago, Evonik started using a broad spectrum of methods, including life

Cecilia Svensson, Perstorp – Perstorp implemented its first

cycle assessments based on international standards. Until now, we have

environmental policy in the 80s so we were early in setting up a more

performed life cycle analyses covering around 70 percent of the external

systematic approach to sustainability. More recently, we took the

sales of our chemical segments. We also monitor and measure the

decision to conduct LCAs on all our major products and solutions and,

progress and success of our activities with instruments such as external

in 2017, we launched our ambition to become Finite Material Neutral

sustainability ratings. Moreover, we get valuable feedback from ESG/SRI

alongside our first portfolio of products with renewable content.

analysts and investors.

Pedro Perez Vintaned, PPG - PPG’s sustainability programmes have

Cecilia Svensson, Perstorp – We measure progress in several ways.

been running for more than 10 years. Yet it’s really in the last six or

Our work to become Finite Material Neutral is handled and followed

seven years that sustainability has truly become a part of the DNA of our

up via roadmaps for each of the respective enablers that have been

company. This is inseparable from our businesses. Our commitment

defined. We also have a set of targets on a broader scale with everything

to the safety and welfare of our employees, to the environment, in

from safety to transport to carbon emissions, of which some are

the products we develop and supply to our customers, and to our

followed up monthly and others on a yearly basis.

community are at the heart of what we do as a company.

Pedro Perez Vintaned, PPG – We operate a comprehensive database system which our locations and businesses feed into monthly to report

2. How are you measuring progress?

on different aspects of our programmes. This allows us to track our progress and see trends in almost real time and enables us to respond

Claudia Salomoni, AkzoNobel – For eight consecutive years, AkzoNobel

immediately to shifts or issues. We release a sustainability report on an

has been listed as one of the leaders of the Dow Jones Sustainability

annual basis, so that PPG’s performance is made public. This report is

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a way for us to very clearly visualise and be transparent about where

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we’re going. We’re also proud of the external recognition some of our sustainability initiatives have achieved. Last year, in the European region, PPG received the British Coatings Federation Corporate Social Responsibility Award for the second consecutive year for its CSR and social responsibility campaigns in the UK. We were also finalists in four other categories in sustainable innovation, excellence in training, customer service and coatings care.

3. How does your company promote the sustainability of its activities/products etc.?

Claudia Salomoni, AkzoNobel – In order to ensure the implementation of a sustainability plan, AkzoNobel has a comprehensive HSE&S Management System – including Corporate Directives, Standards, Guidance Notes and Operational Management Systems at our Manufacturing Sites – in place.

Moreover, Product Stewardship, the ongoing performance improvement of products in terms of safety, health and environmental impact is an important part of our Value Chain approach to sustainability.

AkzoNobel’s Eco-premium solutions program, which focuses on the development of products with lower toxicity; improved energy efficiency; use of natural resources/ raw materials, reduced emissions waste, land use and risks (e.g. of accidents) is the logical next step in Product Stewardship.

Marco Benen, BASF – We do see a growing interest for sustainable

Pedro Perez Vintaned, PPG - Every year we celebrate our PPG

solutions. That applies to OEMs just as well as to small paint shops. We

Sustainability Awards, which is an initiative that was introduced many

are trying to convince by offering credible, tangible and transparent data

years ago to recognise significant achievements that support PPG’s

to showcase the benefits of our solutions.

sustainability vision, values and successes throughout our businesses.

The awards highlight accomplishments and outstanding performances

Gaetano Blanda, Evonik – Transparent and open reporting of our

by PPG facilities, functions, teams and individuals who support our

sustainability activities is important to us. The information channels

company sustainability vision and values. We encourage employees to

provided for this include, for example, our website and our sustainability

submit applications within each area of our sustainability work frame

report. Regarding the continuous improvement of our reporting, we

with awards for:

set high standards and focus on continuous improvement. To cite just

• Safety & health and wellness: To recognise PPG sites and service teams

one example: We have brought forward the publication date of our

based on performance, best-in-class leadership, employee engagement

sustainability report to coincide with the publication of our financial

and risk reduction practices and wellness activities.

report in March 2019 which meant an acceleration by seven weeks.

• Customer sustainability solutions: To acknowledge individuals and

Cecilia Svensson, Perstorp – Generally, we communicate via

improve green chemistry, societal benefits, environmental impact,

traditional channels – our website perstorp.com, social media as well

natural resources, customer sustainability or risk reduction.

as through the more traditional media. We also have more in depth

• Environmental impact: To celebrate PPG sites and sales or service

communication with our customers and potential customers regarding

teams for improvements made in energy consumption, emissions or

our Pro-Environment solutions. We are active members of CEFIC and

waste generation and spills.

the corresponding Swedish trade organization IKEM, where we have a

• Community engagement: To honour employee volunteer teams for

continuous dialogue.

efforts made to enhance education, health and human services or

teams for customer technology or service solutions that quantifiably

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collection of plastic waste in the sea: it works with currents, wind and waves and conveys the garbage to a single point of recovery. In addition to an economic contribution at the project, AkzoNobel has developed a special coating without biocides that ensures the protection of the device and its equipment, which daily are in direct contact with seawater.

Marco Benen, BASF – The successful launch of our biomass balanced refinish coatings. After only one year we were able to convince a lot of existing customers and even win new ones. With the sold amount of refinish coatings we so far saved more than 150 tons of CO2.

Gaetano Blanda, Evonik – We are currently very proud of our cuttingedge impact valuation activities. Since 2017, Evonik analyses the direct and indirect impact of its activities from an economic, ecological, and social perspective along the value chain. In this way, we can reliably describe our contribution to the sustainable development of society, build on positive factors, and reduce undesirable effects.

Cecilia Svensson, Perstorp – Without doubt, I am most proud of our ambition to become Finite Material Neutral. I am proud that we had the courage both to develop the foundation and then to make the decision of adoption. There is still a lot of unknown territory as to how we will get there in the end, but that has not stopped us becoming even more curious and determined that we will get there. It has mobilized our company in a clear direction, which has already been very impactful. culture in their communities.

Pedro Perez Vintaned, PPG - I’m most proud of our community

• Senior operational executives and field experts make up the Corporate

engagement activities. Our Colorful Communities projects give PPG the

Sustainability Committee who validate each nomination and choose

wonderful opportunity to get involved in the communities in which we

winners. In 2018 we handed out 232 awards across each of our

operate. A lot of these projects benefit children – whether it’s painting

business units.

hospitals or revitalising facilities that take in children with disabilities.

These activities bring out the best in our people and it’s rewarding to see the positive impact of our business up close in reality.

4. Which sustainability initiative are you most proud of?

Claudia Salomoni, AkzoNobel – The importance given by AkzoNobel to sustainability is confirmed by the development of some programs oriented to this specific theme. One of this is “Planet Possible”, approved

5. Almost 40 years ago everybody rushed to go green but results were scarce. Do you feel like this is truly a time of change or is it just another marketing strategy?

by the AkzoNobel Executive Committee as coherent program that brings the sustainability strategy to life.

Claudia Salomoni, AkzoNobel – From when AkzoNobel decided

The main aim is to use a strategy of radical efficiency which involves us

to be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and

working with customers and suppliers to open up infinite possibilities in

consequently to embrace a new vision oriented in this way, it tried

a finite world. It’s our commitment to finding opportunities where there

to modify all treats that could be distant from this principle: starting

don’t appear to be any.

from process, until products or internal and external communication.

Another initiative of which we are proud and that pursue sustainable

And even now, every time science progresses, we progress with it.

goals is “Ocean Clean-Up”. It’s about an innovative system for the

Just think about the decision to remove from our products all those

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ingredients which have been discovered to be harmful to health or the

Cecilia Svensson, Perstorp – This time it is definitely for real and we are

environment. If we want to send out a real message and if we want that

also more advanced in our understanding and approach. There are real

people follow this message, we first must believe in it and be the author

signs from nature that time is running out. To get global traction, I think

of the change.

the UN Sustainable Development Goals are a brilliant initiative. We can all relate to them, whether as an individual, a company, a community or

Marco Benen, BASF – By now climate change is evident in our everyday

even a nation. Question is though, will we be fast enough to make the

life: sustainability cannot be just another marketing strategy. We must

change that is needed?

take our corporate responsibility seriously. We also have to work together with our suppliers as well as with our customers to make an

Pedro Perez Vintaned, PPG - I believe that we’ve passed a time in

impact. Therefore, it is important, that everybody sees the value of

which people perceive going green as just another marketing strategy.

sustainable actions.

This isn’t about a marketing strategy anymore but a part of our values and beliefs as a company. What may have started many years ago as

Stefan Silber, Evonik – Yes, things have really changed significantly.

a marketing strategy for the industry has now become a part of PPG’s

Sustainability nowadays is an inherent element of corporate strategy

DNA, putting sustainability programmes at the forefront to be as

and a decisive factor for the economic performance and business

environmentally friendly as possible. PPG people across the company

success of companies. This goes hand in hand with the impressive

in many different functions and around the world are deeply involved in

development on the capital markets on which “Sustainable Finance” has

sustainability.

become a global megatrend.

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: SPECIALIZED EVENT FOR SURFACE TREATMENTS INDUSTRY

AUGUST 2020 surface & coating expo

surface engineering, coating, painting, finishing and corrosion management

Chennai, India August 6-8, 2020

www.ciisce.in

Stavanger, Norway

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oil&gas industry

August 31 -

www.ons.no

September 3, 2020

SEPTEMBER 2020 eurocorr

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Brussels, Belgium September 6-10, 2020

September 7-11, 2020 VIRTUAL FAIR

Milan, Italy

www.shotpeening.org metal manufacturing and steel fabrication industry

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia September 8-10, 2020

www.fabxsaudi.com gas, LNG and energy industry

Singapore

Lagos, Nigeria September 8-10, 2020

https://eurocorr.org

shot-peening technologies

September 7-10, 2020

September 8-10, 2020

corrosion prevention technologies

to 2021

www.gastechevent.com

building, construction, architecture www.thebig5constructnigeria.com

Moscow, Russia

pipeline systems for municipal infrastructure

September 8-10, 2020

http://www.totalexpo.ru/en/expo/317.aspx

Moscow, Russia September 8-10, 2020

waste management, environmental technologies and renewable energy www.waste-tech.ru

TRADE FAIRS & CONFERENCES

smm

cape construction expo

iran oil show asia pacific coatings show fire india

salone nautico

rio oil & gas

mro asia-pacific the big 5 construct egypt innotrans

wind energy hamburg

tube china

minexpo

maritime industry

Hamburg, Germany September 8-11, 2020

to 2021

building technologies

Cape Town, South Africa September 9-10, 2020

to 2021

Teheran, Iran

http://iran-oilshow.ir

Jakarta, Indonesia to 2021

Mumbai, India

www.coatings-group.com/apcs/jakarta

www.fireindia.net

Genoa, Italy

naval industry October 1-6, 2020

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

https://salonenautico.com

oil&gas industry

September 21-24, 2020

to a later date

Singapore

VIRTUAL FAIR

September 22-24, 2020

raw materials suppliers and equipment manufacturers for the coatings industry

fire safety equipment

September 17-19, 2020

September 17-22, 2020

www.capeconstructionexpo.com

oil&gas industry

September 11-14, 2020

September 16-18, 2020

www.smm-hamburg.com

www.riooilgas.com.br maintenance, repair, overhaul in the aerospace industry https://mroasia.aviationweek.com

Cairo, Egypt

building, construction, architecture

September 22-24, 2020

www.thebig5constructegypt.com

Berlin, Germany September 22-25, 2020

transport technology to 2021

Hamburg, Germany September 22-25, 2020

www.innotrans.com

wind energy December 1-4, 2020

www.windenergyhamburg.com

Shanghai, China

tube & pipe industry

September 23-26, 2020

www.tubechina.net

Las Vegas, USA September 28-30, 2020

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Press Conference Participants Look Forward to WindEnergy Hamburg with Optimism WindEnergy Hamburg, the global onshore & offshore event, has been

electricity sector to new hights. So far, more than 55% of total electricity

rescheduled for 1-4 December 2020 because of the coronavirus. In

production in 2020 is renewable – wind alone makes up for a third of

a digital press conference, industry experts from all around Europe

electricity production in 2020. And we have observed no problems with

assessed the wind industry’s current situation, the effects of the

grid stability. This shows that our system is capable to adopt very high

pandemic and the importance of the EU Green Deal, giving an outlook

shares of renewables”.

on the sector’s future.

Positive outlook

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Ben Backwell, CEO of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), said he coronavirus pandemic affects all aspects of life and the economy.

that wind energy has demonstrated its dependability in the current

At a press conference in preparation of WindEnergy Hamburg,

crisis and deserves to be trusted: “The wind industry has proven itself

the world’s leading wind industry expo, experts discussed the current

to be resilient during the COVID-19 crisis, providing reliable and cost-

situation and its global impact on the wind energy industry. Speakers

competitive energy to power our society as the world is in lockdown.”

from all around Europe participated in the conference.

China holds great promise, as well: “GWEC forecasted 2020 to be

The decision to reschedule WindEnergy Hamburg for December was

a record year for wind installations, and while the current crisis will

made in May. The team at Hamburg Messe is working vigorously on the

impact these projections, we still see countries like China, the biggest

development of safety concepts to ensure a successful trade fair for

wind market in the world, to surpass even our pre-COVID forecasts.”

exhibitors and visitors alike. In addition, the exhibition will feature both

Backwell called on politics to provide support: “Governments across

digital and hybrid presentation formats, with broad backing across the

the world must leverage the resilience and huge potential of the wind

industry.

power sector to generate investment, create jobs and renew critical

All speakers gave a positive view of the sector’s prospects while calling

infrastructure like grids and ports to power a green recovery.”

upon governments to take specific action. The digital discussion panel

When WindEnergy Hamburg launches in six months, it will be the

included top-level representatives from the business world, politics and

industry’s first gathering after the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis. The

industry organisations providing insights into all areas of the sector.

speakers were unanimous in stressing the enormous opportunities this global trade event opens up: „WindEnergy Hamburg is the worldwide

Renewable energy is part of the EU recovery plan

platform for wind energy – both on- and offshore. On the way back to

The speakers agreed that the wind industry plays a crucial role in

the new normal, we need to refocus on solutions and products needed

fighting the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

for a sustainable economy, on a global scale. WindEnergy Hamburg

“COVID-19 is a huge hit to the EU economy. Last week the EU Recovery

provides the required stage and is therefore essential for our industry,”

Plan singled out wind and other renewables as ‘policy fundamentals of

said Dr. Markus M. Tacke. Bernd Aufderheide emphasised: “WindEnergy

the recovery’. And wind will deliver. It is cheap, reliable and already 15

Hamburg will be a catalyst for the energy transition. In December we

percent of Europe’s electricity. The EU wants it to be 50 percent by 2050.

will provide the wind industry with a platform to network, share key

That means huge investments. It means investing now. It means the jobs

information, and work on new ideas.”

and growth that are needed now. The EU is unleashing all its firepower to drive a green recovery - €1.85 trillion. WindEnergy Hamburg in December will show how wind can make this count,” said Giles Dickson, CEO of WindEurope and co-organiser of WindEnergy Hamburg.

Dr. Markus M. Tacke, Chairman of VDMA Power Systems and CEO of Siemens Gamesa, voiced an explicit call to action: “Now is the time to build on this platform by investing in a true Green Recovery that can stimulate economic growth and job creation.”

And Thorsten Herdan, Director General Energy, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, added: “In Germany, the electricity due to COVID-19 has pushed the share of renewables and wind energy in the

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ZOOM ON EVENTS

Pipeline Conference and Exhibition Returns to Beijing·Langfang China International Pipeline will take place on 12th to 14th November 2020 in Beijing·Langfang.

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upported and co-sponsored by PetroChina, Sinopec, CNOOC, China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co., Ltd., PetroChina Pipeline

Company, Sinopec Pipeline Storage & Transportation Co., Ltd and other China pipeline construction and operation companies, organised by Langfang International Pipeline Exhibition & Conference Co., Ltd., the 11th China International Pipeline Conference & Exhibition (hereinafter referred to as the “pipe conference”) 2020 will still be held on November

© Interpipe China

12th to 14th at Beijing Langfang.

On the basis of previous sessions, this pipe conference will organise more than 50 activities in 8 categories including equipment exhibition, summit forum, panel, thematic connection and technology promotion.

By inviting high-end resources worldwide to build an authoritative platform with more influence and competitiveness, the organising team will further highlight the effectiveness of international cooperation, industrial interconnection and cross-border integration in oil and gas storage and transportation, and foster new drivers of energy development.

For further information: www.pipechina.net

© Interpipe China

© Interpipe China

© Interpipe China

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2020 Offshore Technology Conference in Houston Cancelled Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 Offshore Technology Conference

remain confident of OTC’s critical role in the offshore industry’s future and

has been cancelled. It will take place on 3-6 May 2021.

eagerly anticipate a robust OTC 2021.”

To preserve the significant work of the program committee and authors,

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fter significant consideration and in light of the COVID-19 pandemic,

the technical papers and presentations will be made available at a later

the difficult decision was made to cancel the 2020 Offshore

date on OnePetro.org.

Technology Conference. Amid continued health and travel concerns

Plans will commence for OTC 2021, bringing leading-edge technical

during this uncertain time, the OTC Board of Directors felt this decision

information, the industry’s largest equipment exhibition, and valuable

was the most feasible and responsible for staff, exhibitors, partners,

professional contacts from around the world to Houston. The Call for

attendees, and the Houston community.

Papers will open on 28 May 2020. OTC will continue to drive the offshore

“As we navigate these difficult and uncertain times, it is with a heavy

energy sector forward into the next decade on 3–6 May 2021.

heart that the OTC Board of Directors has determined that it is in our

Since 1969, OTC has played a major role in connecting people from

best interest to cancel OTC 2020. Our priority is the health and safety of

more than 100 countries to encourage collaboration and discussions

our attendees and exhibitors, and we have taken federal, state, and local

on the challenges and successes encountered in the offshore sector.

guidelines into account in making our decision,” states Cindy Yeilding, OTC

Its large international participation provides excellent opportunities for

Chairperson.

global sharing of technology, expertise, products, and best practices. OTC

Yeilding continued, “On behalf of the OTC Board of Directors, we would

brings together industry leaders, investors, buyers, and entrepreneurs to

like to thank the staff, authors, partners, volunteers, students, teachers,

develop markets and business partnerships.

and all involved with OTC for the dedication and hard work they have contributed to the 2020 event. As we face this uncharted territory, we

© OTC

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