Hydrotesting boost

Hydrostatic testing, or “hydrotesting”, is a critical step in confirming the integrity of vessels that handle a variety of fluids — from water to crude oil. The irony is that the same water used to test for leaks or weak points also introduces the risk of corrosion into the vessel, potentially leading to further integrity issues or corrosion-related problems in future.
What’s a simple solution? Add a corrosion inhibitor to the hydrotesting water.

An easy, versatile solution for hydrotesting

The Cortec® VpCI®-649 Series offers effective and versatile options for corrosion protection during and after hydrotesting.
This corrosion inhibitor additive forms a protective, corrosion-inhibiting film on metal surfaces in direct contact with the treated hydrotesting fluid.
It also vapourises to leave behind a protective molecular layer on metals in void spaces that may be above the water level.
A minimum dose of VpCI®-649 offers corrosion protection during hydrotesting, while increasing the dosage provides extended protection for six months to two years after hydrotesting.
VpCI®-649 is available with a molybdate tracer or...