Meet the Corrosion Specialist – This Month, David Horrocks (FICorr)
David Horrocks is this month’s corrosion specialist in the spotlight, as the Institute of Corrosion asks him 11 questions in 11 minutes.
ISO 12944-5:2018 – Protective Paint Systems
Protective paint systems are a common way to protect steel structures against corrosion, and are covered by Part 5 of ISO 12944 as described here.
Meet the Corrosion Specialist – This Month, Kevin Harold
Kevin Harold is this month’s corrosion specialist in the spotlight, as the Institute of Corrosion asks him 11 questions in 11 minutes.
The ICAA – The New Way to Get Your CSCS Card
The CSCS card is invaluable in the construction industry. The ICAA is the newest way to achieve this status. Learn how this new apprenticeship is delivered.
ICAA – The New Acronym Exciting the Industrial Coatings Industry
What is the ICAA? It’s the most innovative and unique apprenticeship in the UK. One of a kind, developed for would-be industrial coatings applicators.
The Birth of Apprenticeships for Industrial Coating Applicators
Apprenticeships provide valuable training and a career pathway. Read how an apprenticeship was conceived and developed for industrial coating applicators.
A Passive Fire Protection Course is Critical: The Experts’ View
Experts have their say and explain why a passive fire protection course is critical for asset integrity and safety of employees.
Not-to-Be-Missed Corrosion Conferences Online
The Institute of Corrosion continues to support the industry with not-to-be-missed corrosion conferences from London and Aberdeen.
PFP Course for Inspectors – Finally, Training That Meets Industry Needs
Finally, a comprehensive PFP course for inspectors that meets all the standards and the needs of the oil and gas industry.
The Moon Is Rusting – Surely, NASA Needs a Corrosion Specialist
The moon is rusting. But why? What is causing the moon to rust, and does NASA need a corrosion specialist to land on the moon?
PFP Training – A Global Event
PFP training will ensure that PFP inspection standards are improved. But what training is there, how is it delivered, and who should be trained?
PFP – Critical for Health & Safety and Asset Integrity
Protecting structures using PFP, you protect the integrity of an asset therefore decrease risk to your people. That’s good health and safety.
Meet the Corrosion Specialist – This Month, Dr Jane Lomas
Dr Jane Lomas is this month’s corrosion specialist in the spotlight, as the Institute of Corrosion asks him 11 questions in 11 minutes.
Revolutionary Coating Inspection Technology
Technology is evolving how painting and coating inspection works. Learn how new apps and software are boosting effectiveness and efficiency in this field.
Coating Inspector Training at ICorr is Recognised by Petrobras
Petrobras has included ICorr training for coating inspector in its latest standard. Learn about standard N-2941 and why this such an important move.
The Critical Nature of Coating Inspection in Corrosion Management
Effective corrosion management relies on coating inspection, carried out by properly certified coating inspectors. Learn why coating inspection is critical, and who is responsible
ISO 12944-4: Surface Preparation Standards
Part 4 of ISO 12944 covers surface preparation – from grading to cleaning and including the methods to use and guidance on who can carry out surface preparation.
Passive Fire Protection – The Financial Cost of Getting It Wrong
Passive fire protection is critical to protect high-risk facilities such as offshore oil and gas installations. Here we explore the financial cost of getting PFP wrong.
Meet the Corrosion Specialist – This Month, Bill Hedges
Bill Hedges is this month’s corrosion specialist in the spotlight, as the Institute of Corrosion asks him 11 questions in 11 minutes.
ISO 12944 – Steel structure design and corrosion
When fabricating steel structures, ISO 12944 covers the design considerations that must be incorporated from the earliest possible planning stage.
Outstanding Achievement Awards in Corrosion Science
The season for the presentation of Outstanding Achievement awards in corrosion science is fast approaching. The Institute of Corrosion is at the forefront of recognition.
ISO 12944 – The Corrosive Environment
ISO 12944 is the standard for use when protecting assets from corrosion using coatings and paints. Here we examine the corrosive environment.
Corrosion Protection – A Week of Webinars
Corrosion protection needs to be discussed, which is why this week of webinars with exceptional presenters should not be missed.
Introducing Cathodic Protection – 7 Cathodic Protection Myths Exploded
In this cathodic protection training blog, we examine 7 myths of cathodic protection that may surprise you – and explode each one.
Introducing Cathodic Protection – How Does Cathodic Protection Work?
There are two types of cathodic protection. Let’s discuss what they are, and discover how do they work to help prevent corrosion.
ISO 12944 – Are You Meeting the Latest Standards in Corrosion Protection?
ISO 12944 is the standard that sets out the rules for the protection of assets from corrosion by use of coating systems and paint. Do you know what they are?
Corrosion Courses Opening Again
Training and development are critical for your career. For corrosion engineers, IMechE Argyll Ruane offer many of ICorr’s corrosion courses.
You Can’t Keep Innovative Young Engineers Down
In a first for ICorr, young engineers met online to learn of a case study that could help them become big winners in the Young Engineer Programme.
The Institute of Corrosion Booms on Social Media
The Institute of Corrosion continues to increase its social media presence. Here’s an update, and how you can connect with the corrosion conversation.
Corrosion Science Symposium – Same Prestige in a New Format for 2020
One of the premier events in the Institute of Corrosion’s calendar is the Corrosion Science Symposium. In 2020, there is a new format for this prestigious event.
Introducing Cathodic Protection – Electrochemical Corrosion
When learning about cathodic protection, the place you should start is to understand electrochemical corrosion and how it works.
A Journey into the World of Corrosion Science
Corrosion science is relatively young and still evolving. Learn about the history of this field with this concise timeline of main events.
A Week of Webinars to Combat Corrosion
As the COVID-19 lockdown takes its toll on training and development, here are five free webinars to for all in the corrosion industry.
What Will You Be Doing on World Corrosion Awareness Day?
Get the family involved in World Corrosion Awareness Day and relieve the boredom of the coronavirus lockdown.
Training and Development: Your Key to Personal Success Post the Coronavirus Lockdown
The coronavirus lockdown has hit training and development hard. Bad for businesses and employees. Online training could help your career stay on track.
7 Benefits to Exploit with Professional Membership of ICorr
There are many benefits of professional membership of ICorr. Here are seven that you can exploit throughout your career.
What Happens When Corrosion Control in Infrastructure and Transport Is Ignored?
Corrosion control is critical to reducing costs in the industry. But poor corrosion control in infrastructure and transport has a far greater cost. That cost is human.
Prestigious Engineer Training for Young Engineers
Great engineer training can propel your career, which is why the Institute of Corrosion has developed the increasingly popular Young Engineers programme.
Unlocking and Managing the Effects of Corrosion
Learn about the fundamentals of corrosion and how you can manage the effects of corrosion with a variety of techniques.
How to Become a Chartered Engineer
Becoming a Chartered Engineer can open a world of benefits including a globally recognized status and higher salary. Here’s how to become a Chartered Engineer.
CHAIN Yourself to a Wider Engineering Network in London
A great free event for young engineers, CHAIN 2020 in London is perfect to develop your network and meet Young ICORR at the Institute of Corrosion stand.
Rebranding to Promote the Institute of Corrosion’s Mission
The Institute of Corrosion is rebranding, and that means a greater focus on achieving our mission. Learn why we exist and how our mission supports our core values.
Sharing the Institute of Corrosion’s Expertise with the World
It is crucial that we broaden the conversation about corrosion to be more inclusive. To do so, we are broadening and deepening the ways in which we communicate, making them more accessible and more appropriate.
Core Values of the Institute of Corrosion – The Vision Behind the Brand
The Institute of Corrosion is rebranding. Its new brand identity has been driven by the institute’s core values, which you can learn about in this article.
Welcome to the New Institute of Corrosion
The rebranding of the Institute of Corrosion will be visual, but the most crucial factors of brand are not limited to logos and typography. Brand is much deeper.