Expertise in corrosion

Sea water is an aggressive environment to many material and coatings which may lead to deterioration by corrosion or biofouling that causes deposition corrosion. RISE have broad expertise of materials applied in marine environments by using testbeds, have networks in marine corrosion and many experienced researchers.

RISE has long and extensive experience in study of atmospheric corrosion of outdoor structures in several applications.

With new approaches using spectroscopic methods such as FTIR and FPA imaging, weather induces changes in the properties of coated steel is analyzed.

Corrosion or rust can be combated in many ways. The method of corrosion protection that is most appropriate in the individual case depends on factors such as the environment, application areas, service life requirements and more.

RISE offers the expertise to perform as well as being a support in the failure investigation work to find what actualy are causing the problem. Despite devoted development work, there will always be a risk that failures will occur. In cases where problems arise we can, with our unique breadth of expertise, be a confident partner in the work towards finding the right measures.

The property of a surface is often crucial for the function of a material. At RISE, we have extensive expertise within surface treatment, modification and coatings, and can help you achieve the desired function of a surface or material.

Marine Biofouling and Marine Corrosion experts joined forces

Fuels contain substances that may cause high temperature corrosion on, for example, steam tubes in combustion plants. This can lead to high costs for material loss and downtime. RISE can analyse the risk of corrosion or suggest measures to prevent corrosion.

Many structures are exposed to water during use: water pipes and connectors, cooling-water systems, condensers, ships, etc.

Metallic surfaces can be coated with paints or enamels with the capacity to inhibit corrosive attack. For corrosion protection it is important that the coating is dense, durable and adheres well to the metal surface. Often, several coating layers are applied to achieve optimal durability and protective capacity.

Most buildings and structures contain metals, either as the main material or in structural elements. Metals have an important function as either loading-bearing or cosmetic components. Inappropriate materials or design and inadequate corrosion protection can have disastrous consequences for both safety and financially.

Much of society's vital infrastructure is in the ground and is therefore exposed to soil corrosivity. These structures include water and sewage systems, natural-gas pipelines, cisterns for oil and fuel, telecommunication cables, pylon foundations for power transmission towers, culverts, etc. Here, corrosion can have disastrous consequences.

Corrosion of metal structures in concrete depends on the composition and character of the concrete. Of importance in this context is the porosity, that the concrete is free of cracks and that the metal is covered with an adequate layer of concrete. The required thickness of the concrete is dependent on the corrosivity of the ambient environment.

RISE works with inspections, investigations, calculations, theoretical and practical applications of cathodic protection on a variety of objects such as boats, marine structures, gas pipelines, water pipelines, other buried and/or submersed structures and reinforcement steel in concrete.

It is not only metals that rust but also plastics or polymers can corrode in different environments. This is exactly what polymer corrosion is all about. We are internationally leading experts in the field and have over 30 years of experience in close work with the industry.