Dean Wall
I have been a member of the ACA for the past 25 years. Throughout this time I have held the positions of local Branch Secretary, Branch Treasurer, Branch President and...
21st September 2017
New NZ Specification for Durability of Steel Structures
A Technical Specification has been prepared by Standards NZ for corrosion protection of structural steel-work exposed to the New Zealand atmospheric and non-atmospheric environments. This new Specification is intended to...
21st September 2017
Event Roundup | NSW YCG Specifying Inspection & Repair of Concrete | 14 Sept
[envira-gallery id=”3344″] On 14 September at UNSW attendees, in teams were given a visual inspection report for a structure and the task to choose what further investigation was required. After...
21st September 2017
When is a Paint Dry?
When is a Paint Dry? Rob Francis, R A Francis Consulting Services, Ashburton, Victoria, Australia This seemingly simple question of When is a paint dry may appear as exciting as...
11th September 2017
Pure Polyurea, Corrosion Protection & Offshore Oil Rigs
Pure Polyurea, Corrosion Protection & Offshore Oil Rigs Rhino Linings Australasia Pty Ltd (RLA). Both abrasive and corrosive, the marine environment is unforgiving of maritime structures such as offshore platforms,...
11th September 2017Moisture as a cause of CUI
Moisture as a cause of CUI Andy Hoffman Moisture is one of the major factors to consider when investigating corrosion under insulation (CUI). Accumulating water within an insulation system can...
11th September 2017Refurbishment of Makatote Viaduct, New Zealand
Refurbishment of Makatote Viaduct, New Zealand G. Matthews¹, M. Keenan², D. Jansen2 ¹TBS Group, New Zealand, ²Structures Engineering Services, KiwiRail, New Zealand 1. Introduction The Makatote Viaduct is on the North...
11th September 2017Coating Refurbishment of Domain Tunnel Ventilation Stack, Melbourne
Coating Refurbishment of Domain Tunnel Ventilation Stack, Melbourne Case study submitted by Mattioli – Innovators in Protective Coatings, who are a leading protective coating applicator in Australia, based in Victoria....
11th September 2017Is Surface Preparation for Concrete Repairs a Fad?
BE PREPARED – Is Surface Preparation for Concrete Repairs a Fad? Hamid Khan – Product Segment Manager, Parchem Prior to the commencement of concrete repairs, the fundamental thing to consider...
11th September 2017Tools and Tips: Holiday Detection on Coated Steel & Concrete Substrates
Tools & Tips: Holiday Detection on Coated Steel & Concrete Substrates Tom Swan, November 19, 2015 (republished from Corrosionpedia.com) I’m often asked questions about holiday testing or, as the Europeans...
11th September 2017The Importance of Asset Management Systems in Long Term Corrosion Control
The Importance of Asset Management Systems in Long Term Corrosion Control Mark Dragar, Asset Manager Pipelines, Jemena Asset Management Too often we as engineers and managers of critical infrastructure focus...
11th September 2017Geraldton Concrete Silos Remediation
Geraldton Concrete Silos Remediation: A case study in the structural strengthening and concrete repair practices utilised for the ongoing operation efficiency and durability of concrete silos J Barry, S Robertson...
11th September 2017Preventing Coastal Corrosion
Preventing Coastal Corrosion (Tea Staining) When used properly, stainless steel enjoys a strong and enduring reputation for visual appeal and structural integrity in a wide range of applications and environments....
11th September 2017The world’s first hybrid corrosion protection systems for prestressed concrete bridges
The world’s first hybrid corrosion protection systems for prestressed concrete bridges C. Christodoulou, R. Kilgour – AECOM Many reinforced concrete structures suffer from corrosion damage. Causes include salt ingress due...
11th September 2017Tanks for the Refreshment: volume transport of clean, health essentials of life
Tanks for the Refreshment: volume transport of clean, health essentials of life Tanks are everywhere. In their infinite variety of shapes, sizes and uses, they are vital to a functioning...
11th September 2017