Corrosion Technologies
Advanced Technologies for Corrosion Mitigation and Asset Protection
ZERUST Integrity Solutions® develops and applies corrosion mitigation technologies designed to protect critical infrastructure and high-value assets across demanding industrial environments.
Our approach combines specialized ZERUST® corrosion inhibitor technologies with established corrosion control methods, including coatings, cathodic protection, monitoring, and other protective strategies when appropriate. By evaluating the asset, environment, operating conditions, and corrosion risks, our team can develop an integrated approach tailored to the application.
Integrated Corrosion Technologies (ICT®)
Corrosion challenges are rarely one-size-fits-all. ZERUST Integrity Solutions® uses an Integrated Corrosion Technologies (ICT®) approach to combine complementary corrosion mitigation methods based on the specific requirements of an asset or application.
Depending on the project, this may include Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs), Soluble Corrosion Inhibitors (SCIs), coatings, cathodic protection, corrosion monitoring, and other technologies working together as part of a comprehensive corrosion mitigation strategy.
This integrated approach allows our team to address complex corrosion challenges across critical infrastructure, equipment, and industrial assets.
Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs) & Soluble Corrosion Inhibitors (SCIs)
ZERUST® Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) and Soluble Corrosion Inhibitor (SCI) technologies provide versatile methods for protecting metal surfaces in enclosed, difficult-to-access, and moisture-prone environments.
VCIs migrate throughout an enclosed environment to provide corrosion protection to exposed metal surfaces, including recessed and hard-to-reach areas. SCIs dissolve in a liquid carrier and provide protection when the inhibitor-containing solution contacts the metal surface.
Depending on the application, these technologies may be used individually or together to provide complementary corrosion protection for critical assets.
How do VCIs and SCIs work? Learn more about VCI and SCI technology.
ZERUST® Zerion® FVS
ZERUST® Zerion® FVS combines Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) and Soluble Corrosion Inhibitor (SCI) technologies to provide corrosion protection for challenging applications and difficult-to-access areas.
Zerion® FVS can be used in applications including the soil-side of aboveground storage tank bottoms, tank pontoons, enclosed void spaces, large equipment, pipeline preservation and casing protection, hydrotesting, offshore assets, and long-term preservation.
Its complementary inhibitor technologies help provide protection in two ways:
- Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors (VCIs): Migrate throughout enclosed environments to help protect exposed metal surfaces, including difficult-to-access areas, crevices, welded areas, and coating defects.
- Soluble Corrosion Inhibitors (SCIs): Provide corrosion protection where moisture, condensation, or water comes into contact with the metal surface.
Research, Testing & Technical Expertise
ZERUST Integrity Solutions® corrosion technologies are supported by NTIC’s research, product development, analytical testing, and corrosion evaluation capabilities. Laboratory and field testing help evaluate technology performance under a range of environmental and operating conditions and support the continued development of corrosion mitigation solutions.
ZERUST Integrity Solutions® also draws upon the global ZERUST® network, specialized technical resources, partner laboratories, and field environments to support corrosion mitigation, preservation, and asset integrity applications worldwide.
Explore Our Research, Development & Corrosion Testing Capabilities.
