Feature: Hazardous chemical replacement

A research paper on bio-based anti-corrosion coatings is to be presented at EuroCorr 2017, by Cortec Corporation Several raw materials employed in the production of conventional anticorrosion coatings pose severe threat to environment and human health. The hazards...

Feature: Addressing the maintenance challenge

With increasing demands on offshore project schedules – and the need for longer seasonal maintenance periods in harsh environments particularly in Europe – the further development of the technology and science to meet these challenges has moved up the oil and gas...

Feature: Back to the Future

Time, neglect and saltwater have all had their impact on the swing bridge at Folkestone harbour, but after extensive repair works it is now ready for use again, albeit as a pedestrian walkway across the inner harbour The Victorian swing bridge at Folkestone harbour is...

Feature: Flying Pigs!

Love it or loathe them, Battersea Power Stations’ chimneys are back and here to stay after a complete rebuild Battersea Power Station is not only an iconic landmark amongst London buildings, but right across the UK and worldwide. This is not only due to Pink Floyd...

Feature: Taipei tower protection

Coatings manufactured by UK-based Flexcrete Technologies Limited have been used to protect the external walls of an impressive new headquarters building for Pauian Archiland, a Taiwanese-based company The multi-storey building is located in Taipei, Taiwan, and is...