Institute of Corrosion

Aberdeen Branch Joint meeting with MCF (Evening Session)
2018-04-24 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Palm Court Hotel, 81 Seaford Road, Aberdeen, AB15 7YX, United Kingdom
Speaker:
George Gair of Subsea 7: With Topic Subsea Inspection – The Future and Monzar Najami of Oceaneering International with Topic – Integrity Management of Brownfield Projects: Challenges and Rewards.
Visit to start from 6.30pm

CED Working Day and Symposium on Atmospheric Corrosion in Industrial Applications
2018-04-24 09:00 - 17:00 | WA3 6YN, The Centre, Birchwood Park, Warrington, WA3 6YN, United Kingdom
A one day symposium organised by the Corrosion Engineering Division
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London Branch joint meeting with NACE
2018-04-12 18:00 - 21:00
More information to follow ….

London Branch April Meeting
2018-04-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Imperial College, Skempton Building, London SW7 2BB, Skempton Building, London, SW7 2BB

Midlands Branch Meeting
2018-04-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Amey International Design Hub, 20 Colmore Circus Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6AT, United Kingdom
Date: Tuesday, 10th April 2018
Venue: Amey International Design Hub, 20 Colmore Circus Queensway, Birmingham B4 6AT
Time: 17:30 – 20:00 – Food and light refreshment provided
Topics: Branch AGM Meeting, follow by three presentations detailing advancements in Galvanic Anode systems for use in reinforced concrete structures by Senior Corrosion Specialists from Mapei, CPT Ltd and Vector Corrosion Technologies Ltd.

Aberdeen Branch Industrial Visit
2018-03-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Hareness Circle, Hareness Circle, Altens Industrial Estate, Aberdeen, AB12 3LY, United Kingdom
Element Materials Technology
Industrial Visit to Element’s New H2S/Sour Service Lab in Aberdeen
Visit to start from 6.30pm

The Welding institute meeting on Materials, Welding and Integrity issues in Offshore wind
2018-03-15 | TWI Granta Park, Cambridge, CB21 6AL, United Kingdom
Wind Energy – Challenges in integrity management r[6067]

London Branch March Meeting
2018-03-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Imperial College, Skempton Building, London SW7 2BB, Skempton Building, London, SW7 2BB
Technology Advancements in Integrity Management of Storage Tanks
By
John Lilley and Mark Stone
Sonomatic Ltd
The industry is well versed with Corrosion mapping of vessels and pipework but Corrosion Mapping of Storage Tanks has always relied on “dropping the tank” which has an impact on production and risk. The industry does not like working in confined spaces and there are moves towards zero-man entry over the lifetime of storage and process vessels.
Storage Tanks are susceptible to a range of internal and external corrosion processes. As such inspection plays a major role in effective integrity management of Storage Tanks. Historically, inspection of the floor has relied on emptying the tank and personnel entry for cleaning and inspection. Internal inspection for other mechanisms also takes place at this time. This means tanks can be out of service for significant periods of time.
Sonomatic have developed a range of methods for inspection of Storage Tanks while in-service. A key element is robotic cleaning and inspection of the floor. This forms part of a comprehensive inspection in which the tank shell is also inspected non-intrusively using ultrasonic corrosion mapping supported by statistical analysis. The presentation will give an overview of the technologies involved, how these link into more efficient integrity management of Storage Tanks and will also include a case study of field application.
A fascinating not to be missed presentation
For further information please contact
icorrlondon@gmail.com

Aberdeen Branch Meeting
2018-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Palm Court Hotel, 81 Seaford Road, Aberdeen, AB15 7YX, United Kingdom
Speaker: Emma Perfect of LUX Assure

Topic: Function-related Dosage of Corrosion Inhibitors; The Development of An on-site, Operator Deployable Technology
Presentation to start at 6.30pm

North West Branch Joint Meeting with OCCA
2018-02-12 15:00 - 17:30 | Elcometer Limited UK Office, Edge Lane, Manchester, M43 6BU, United Kingdom
For more than sixty five years Elcometer has been a world leader in the design, manufacture and supply of inspection equipment to the coatings, concrete and metal detection industry.
Ever since the first Elcometer gauge was manufactured in 1947, their philosophy has been to provide industry leading, innovative, high quality products; supported by a best-in-class customer experience at a competitive price. By concentrating on these core values, Elcometer has grown into a global network with representation in over 170 countries.
With a range of products specifically developed to meet the needs of the coatings industry, Elcometer is well positioned to provide customers with the solution to their inspection requirements – whatever and wherever they might be.
Come along and visit the Elcometer facility on Monday 12th Feb. The tour is planned for 3pm- 5.30pm.
Following the visit we will adjourn to the nearby Frankie & Benny’s for a meal and refreshments.

To register or for more information contact: brenda.peters@analysis-scientific.co.uk 01706 871700 or admin@icorr.org

London Branch February Meeting
2018-02-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Imperial College, Skempton Building, London SW7 2BB, Skempton Building, London, SW7 2BB
The Use of EIS as a Predictive Tool for Coating Lifetime
By; Dustin Traylor – Axalta Global Product Manager and Dr Stephen Drew – Axalta EMEA Coatings Leader
This presentation will evaluate the use of Electro Chemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIC) to assess the adhesive strength of FBE to the steel of transmission pipe and its use as a predictive tool to determine the lifetime of FBE coating systems
The technique has now been adopted by Aramco and Chevron and gaining credibility as a useful tool in the pipeline market.

Aberdeen Branch - Special Event (Cathodic Protection)
2018-01-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Palm Court Hotel, 81 Seaford Road, Aberdeen, AB15 7YX, United Kingdom
Speakers:
Andy Smerdon of Aquatec Group – Retrofit CP Monitoring to Reduce Inspection Frequency
Edgar Rodrigues of TAQA – Impressed Current Cathodic Protection Retrofit Strategy in the North Sea
Presentation to start at 6.30pm

Midlands Branch Workshop: Surface Analysis for Corrosion
2018-01-24 09:30 - 14:00 | Aston University, Birmingham, B4 7ET, United Kingdom
Overview:

It is estimated that corrosion in industrialised nations can costs up to 5.0% of GNP per year. Thus reduction or elimination of corrosion has the potential to save vast amounts of money.
Under normal circumstances, corrosion concerns very thin layers at a surface, when a protective or passivating surface oxide film breaks down allowing contact between the active metal and invading molecular species. To tackle these issues, it is necessary to understand the corrosion process in each specific case, which can only be done by understanding the chemistry within the first few atomic layers of a surface.
Appropriate analytical techniques for surface analysis and depth profiling can help to provide a competitive edge in understanding and controlling corrosion.
Loughborough Surface Analysis Ltd (LSA) and Midlands Surface Analysis Ltd (MSA) in association with the Institute of Corrosion Midlands Branch are organising a one-day workshop addressing surface analysis and depth profiling techniques and how they can be used to help with a variety of challenges relating to corrosion. The workshop draws upon a wealth of real-world experience in using these techniques to assist with issues such as:

Corrosion and Corrosion Protection
Staining
Coatings
Delamination
Contamination and Impurities
Cleaning
Etching
Adhesion
Surface Treatment

The workshop will be held at Aston University, Birmingham, located at the heart of England, with good road, rail and air links to all parts of the UK. The workshop will consist of a series of seminars given by experts in the field on the individual techniques (including case studies), together with an optional practical demonstrations on some of the techniques in the laboratories of MSA Ltd.
Opportunities will also be provided to discuss participants’ specific cases either in an open forum or in private with the analysts present.
Who should attend?
This workshop provides a unique opportunity for failure analysts, process engineers, yield improvement managers, quality control managers and R&D staff to learn about or refresh their knowledge of surface analytical and depth profiling techniques. If you have the task of fixing the material related problems when they arise then this is the workshop for you.
Agenda:
9.30 Coffee and Registration
10.00 Welcome, introduction and overview of workshop
10.15 X-ray photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) (provides compositional and chemical state information) and Auger electron spectroscopy (AES) (elemental information at very high spatial resolution).
11.00 Optical topographical profiling
11.15 Coffee break, networking
11.45 Environmental scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) (provides topographical, elemental and chemical characterization of surfaces).
12.30 Secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) – ultra-high sensitivity to all elements
12.45 Atomic force microscopy (AFM), nano hardness and nano scratch testing
13.00 Lunch, networking
14.00 Optional tour and laboratory demonstration.
There will be the opportunity for participants to discuss problems of a commercially confidential nature with representative from LSA and MSA on a one to one basis after the close of the meeting. If required, NDAs should be supplied to cover items discussed in these separate meetings.
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London Branch January Meeting - Developments in Remote Magnetic Monitoring of Stress in Ferromagnetic Pipelines
2018-01-11 18:00 - 21:00
January 2018 Flyer

London Branch Meeting joint Meeting with W&J (TWI)
2017-11-09 18:00 - 21:00

London Branch joint meeting with LMS
2017-10-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Imperial College, Skempton Building, London SW7 2BB, Skempton Building, London, SW7 2BB

ICorr Pipeline Coating Inspector
2017-10-11 - 2017-10-13
Venue: Perth, WA
For further information on any of the above contact either sarah@icorrinternational.org or r_green@imeche.org or trainingsolutions@imeche.org.

ICorr Hot Dipped Galvanising Inspector
2017-10-09 - 2017-10-10

West Riding OCCA - Aspects of Protective Coatings – Protection of Steel, Wood & Plastic Substrates
2017-09-19 10:30 - 17:00 | Village Hotel Leeds South, Capitol Blvd, Tingley, Morley, Leeds, LS27 0TS, United Kingdom
Provisional timings
10.30-11:20 – Delegate Registration, Coffee, Table Tops and Networking
11.30 – Keynote
13:20 – Lunch, Table Tops and Networking
15:55 – Comfort Break, Photos, Table Tops and Networking
17.05 – Closing Remarks Networking
Link to Forum website, for the latest information about the event and the presentations, posted as we receive it:
Link to Registration webpage, with Early Bird rates:
Table Top Presentations are available. Each get a 5 minute ‘Table Top Overview’ slot in the presentation programme, immediately before lunch break. Please discuss Table Top Presentations directly with Rob Lewis 07935 804100.

“Aspects of Protective Coatings’17 is following our ~ 5 year Forum Subject Cycle, now for the 3rd time
FORUM ABSTRACT
The traditional title “Protective Coatings” generally focuses on Corrosion of Steel substrates.
This is important and will feature in our Forum, however, what about Protection of other substrates that coatings technologists must Protect.
Wood – For centuries the types of Wood used in construction, have been selected to minimise Degradation and failure. In more modern times, Coatings Technologists needed to formulate Coatings to Protect Wood substrates of lesser and cheaper, quality.
Plastics – In many cases replacing Wood, or Metal substrates, are not innately problem free.
Even now, some consumers think they are, and expect Plastic items to last for many years.
If they do, last for years, is it the type of Plastic, or a Coating, or other technology protecting them?
When Protecting Wood and Plastic substrates, even if not against failure, technologists must Protect the aesthetics, that encouraged the consumer to purchase the item. (At least until the marketing department produce the next ‘must have’ latest version).
Understanding important “Aspects of Protective Coatings” for different substrates, when selecting and combining raw materials and formulating a coating, will certainly help.
Knowing who can help you with technical support and sound advice, will save many hours of search and bench work.
West Riding OCCA have ‘Selected and Combined’ a Forum of companies that are keen to help you understand “Aspects of Protective Coatings” for different substrates, such as ‘Steel, Wood & Plastic’.
They will help dispel some of the mysteries, give ‘Sound Advice’ and offer ‘Technical Support’.
This Forum has something for everybody who has an interest in Protective Coatings for different substrates; from large producers, to small Industrial paints manufacturers and the companies that support them.
This concentrated form of lecture programme will have many advantages to members and companies, and we have come to expect good support from OCCA, and non-members.
“Aspects of Protective Coatings – Protection of Steel, Wood & Plastic Substrates” continues West Riding OCCA’s popular series of Forums showing developments in the Surface Coatings industry. The event can be used in support of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for Professional Membership: Licentiate (LTSC); Associate (ATSC); and Fellow (FTSC).
Come and join West Riding OCCA, for a typical, relaxed, friendly and informative afternoon.
There will, as usual, be Early Bird delegate rates and a non-OCCA member offer of free membership for a year.
If you have queries, please contact:
Rob Lewis
robnbert.lewis@gmail.com
+44 (0)7935 804100
Sandy Gunn
Sandy.Gunn@brimham.com
+44 (0)787 233 5989

Aspects of Protective Coatings – Protection of Steel, Wood & Plastic Substrates – Programme Summary:
Now also includes Concrete Substrate.
Keynote Address (20 mins)
Professor (Emeritus) James T. Guthrie (Jim)
“Fundamentals of Corrosion of Carbon Steel” (30 mins)
Malcolm Morris, Technical Manager, Sherwin Williams, Bolton, (Formerly Leigh’s Paints).
“From Wood Basics to New Innovative Design Solutions for the Future” (30 mins)
Luc Sterckx, Technical Support and Business Development, Wood & Construction EMEA, allnex
Coating of Plastics and the Role of Adhesion Promoters” (30 mins)
Paul Swan, Principle Technical Services Representative, Eastman Company (UK) Limited.

“An Introduction to Passive Fire Protection” (20 mins)
Malcolm Morris, Technical Manager, Sherwin Williams, Bolton, (Formerly Leigh’s Paints).
“Why Coatings Fail to Protect Substrates – a Practical Approach” (20 mins)
Alan Guy, Director of Technology, Safinah Ltd
“SAA Resinous Polyols – Performance Enhancers for Coatings and Inks” (20 mins)
Dr. Paul J. Macefield, Business Development Manager, LuerChem LLC

“Challenges of Painting HDPU Foam Substrates– a Case Study” (10mins)
Brenda Peters, Senior Partner, Analysis
“Concrete Sealing Concept and a Waterborne Acrylic Solution for Concrete Sealing Application” (20 mins)
Ömer Faruk ŞEN, Field Marketing Manager, Organik Kimya

ICorr Paint Inspector Level 1
2017-09-13 - 2017-09-18
Venue: Chennai, India
For further information on any of the above contact either sarah@icorrinternational.org or r_green@imeche.org or trainingsolutions@imeche.org.

ICorr Hot Dipped Galvanising Inspector
2017-09-11 - 2017-09-12

ICorr Insulation and Fireproofing Inspector
2017-09-06 - 2017-09-10

Aberdeen Corrosion Awareness Day
2017-08-29 08:30 - 17:00 | Palm Court Hotel, 81 Seaford Road, Aberdeen, AB15 7YX, United Kingdom
A full-day course, comprising of a number of lectures covering different aspects of corrosion, providing basic information on corrosion principles and mechanisms of corrosion control:

The objective of this course is to improve understanding of corrosion processes and to raise awareness of corrosion management.
The lectures are provided on voluntary basis by renowned corrosion engineers / scientists.
Target audience is: graduate engineers, non-corrosion engineers and others working closely with corrosion, (e.g. integrity engineers, inspection engineers, etc.).
The course is hosted by ICorr Aberdeen through kind assistance of its local / national sponsors.
Each branch sponsor may nominate up to 2 candidates to attend this course FOR FREE. Tickets for non- sponsoring delegates are £25.00 + VAT
Spaces are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

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International Concrete Symposium
2017-07-26 - 2017-07-27 | Melbourne Marriott Hotel, Exhibition St & Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, Australia
26 – 27 July 2017
Venue: Melbourne Marriott Hotel, Melbourne
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Insulation CP Buried Level 1
2017-07-24 - 2017-07-28
Venue: Dubai, U.A.E.
For further information on any of the above contact either sarah@icorrinternational.org or r_green@imeche.org or trainingsolutions@imeche.org.

ICorr Insulation and Fireproofing Inspector
2017-07-24 - 2017-07-28
Venue: Saudi Arabia
For further information on any of the above contact either sarah@icorrinternational.org or r_green@imeche.org or trainingsolutions@imeche.org.

North East Branch - Summer Event at Durham Castle
2017-07-06 17:00 - 21:15 | Durham Castle, Durham, DH1 3RW
Energy past, present and future – Professor Jon Glyuas
Agenda
17.00 – Welcome
17.30 – Castle Tour followed by presentation
19.30/20.00 – Buffet and drinks
21.15 – Close
Costs
£5pp for ICorr members.
£10pp non-members.
Students £5pp the first 10 registrations free.
Limited spaces so book early to avoid disappointment.
Download information leaflet and registration form

ICorr Insulation and Fireproofing Inspector
2017-06-28 - 2017-07-02
ICorr Insulation and Fireproofing Inspector Chennai, India
For further information on any of the above contact either sarah@icorrinternational.org or r_green@imeche.org or trainingsolutions@imeche.org.

North West Branch AGM, and Golf Day
2017-06-21 06:30 - 23:00
The AGM will be held at Eccleston Park at 6.30 pm after the golf competition. This is an ideal opportunity to meet other ICorr members, and to become more involved with the Branch activities.
For more information, contact the Branch Secretary, Brenda Peters at, brenda.peters@analysis-scientific.co.uk

Aberdeen Branch Meeting
2017-05-30 18:00 - 23:00
Speaker: Simon Daly of Hempel
Topic: Inspection – A review of State of the Art’ Measurement for Corrosion under Insulation Risk
Venue: Palm Court Hotel, 81 Seafield Rd, Aberdeen AB15 7YX. Joint Meeting with NACE.
Event starts at 18:00; Presentation starts at 18:30
