ABYC – Understanding and Mitigating Marine Corrosion

ABYC

Oct 22, 2024

Join us for this week’s webinar! October 23, 1:00pm-2:00pm (ET), Online.

Tune in next Wednesday, 10/23, as ABYC Lead Instructor Mike Bonicker and representatives from CMP Group, MPS–Marine Protective Services, and Martyr Anodes provide a comprehensive overview of galvanic marine corrosion, its causes, and effective prevention techniques. We will explore key standards from ABYC E-2, and delve into topics such as grounding, bonding, anode materials, and the galvanic series of metals. Attendees will learn best practices for selecting materials, identifying signs of galvanic corrosion, and mitigating damage.

Price to attend:
ABYC Members: FREE!
Non-Members: $49.99
 
Attendees will be eligible to earn 1 CEU.
Webinar topics will include:

            • What is galvanic corrosion?

            • Signs of overprotection and under protection

            • How anodes work

            • Cathodic bonding vs. grounding and best practices

            • Anode materials and the galvanic series of metals

            • Selecting the right anode

            • Testing tools for corrosion surveys

            • Performing bonding checks out of the water

            • Conducting simple cathodic protection tests in the water

Questions?
Call 410-990-4460 or email saronson@abycinc.org

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