VpCI® technology provides
corrosion protection for both military industry production processes and asset
preservation. Pictured on the right is a military airplane wrapped in MilCorr
film.
Protecting
military assets from corrosion is critically important today for a multitude of
reasons:
Maintaining
Operational Readiness: Corrosion can stop vital equipment from
working, greatly slowing down our ability to react to crises.
Preventing
Enormous Financial Costs:
Corrosion causes billions of dollars in damage to military budgets each
year by making things need repairs, replacements, and causing delays. Stopping
corrosion now will save a lot of money later. Protecting equipment from rust
makes it last longer. Research shows that preventing corrosion properly can cut
the cost of keeping weapons working by up to 30%.
Ensuring
the Safety of Personnel: Corrosion weakens structural components and
causes system failures in military equipment, posing severe safety risks to
personnel during training and operations. Corroded electrical contacts in
aircraft, for instance, have been linked to accidents and fatalities.
Environmental
responsibility: Modern military organizations are
increasingly focused on sustainable practices. Environmentally safe corrosion
protection such as Cortec’s VpCI®
technology reduces the demand for repairs and the generation of hazardous waste
from damaged equipment aligning with the military’s increasing focus on
environmental responsibility.
Operating
in harsh environments: Because military forces use their equipment
everywhere, even in places with lots of moisture, salt air, extreme heat, and
extreme cold, rust can damage things quickly. So, protecting the equipment is a
must to keep it in good shape.
Cortec®
Corporation, a global corrosion inhibitor manufacturer, produces a wide range
of solutions specifically designed to meet the demanding needs of the military
industry. With a proven track record in thousands of applications worldwide
protecting critical assets, Cortec® offers environmentally safe VpCI®
technology to ensure the reliability and longevity of military equipment and
infrastructure. VpCI® solutions offer multi-metal protection, are easy to apply
and remove, and can significantly reduce maintenance costs and downtime. VpCI®
inhibitors provide corrosion protection in both military industry production
processes and preservation phase. The integration of VpCI® into manufacturing
processes enhances the durability and lifespan of future military assets.
Cortec® Corporation together with its partners au authored several Case studies
demonstrating the effectiveness of VpCI® solutions in real-world military
scenarios. Cortec®’s comprehensive product line for the military includes:
VpCI® Packaging: A wide array of films, bags,
papers, and foams that release corrosion inhibitors to protect enclosed
equipment during storage and transit. These recyclable and non-toxic materials
offer a simple and reliable way to protect sensitive components as well as
large assets.
Five year protection of LCVP’s (Higgins boat) with Cortec’s solutions at Devonport, UK.
VpCI® Liquids and Coatings:
A range of water-based and solvent-based coatings, rust preventatives, and
additives designed for direct application to metal surfaces, providing
long-term protection even in the most aggressive environments. These solutions
are ideal for protecting vehicles, weapons systems, and infrastructure. Water or oil-based barrier coatings protect
installed valves and pumps from atmospheric corrosion. Additives will defend
lubricant systems from corrosive environments and contaminants.
VpCI® Powders and Emitters:
Protect electronic and electrical assemblies during the various stages of
fabrication, assembly, shipping and field operation. Use VpCI® powders to
protect difficult-to-reach voids.
Surface Preparation and
Cleaning: Environmentally friendly cleaners and rust removers such as USDA
certified “EcoClean® Biodegradable Scale and Rust Remover Powered by Nano
VpCI®” prepare surfaces for long-term corrosion protection.
"We understand the
critical importance of maintaining operational readiness and the significant
costs associated with corrosion in the military sector. Our team of experts
works closely with defense organizations around the world to develop and
implement corrosion protection strategies that maximize asset longevity,
minimize operational disruptions, and above all, deliver solutions that meet
their unique and demanding requirements," says Boris Miksic, CEO of
Cortec® Corporation.
New organic VpCI®
formulations provide an environmentally acceptable way to protect military
equipment. They are rigorously tested and have been successfully implemented by
military organizations globally, demonstrating their effectiveness in
protecting a wide range of assets, including:
• Vehicles and transportation equipment
• Weaponry and ammunition
• Electronics and
communication systems
• Aerospace components
• Naval vessels and offshore structures
• Storage facilities and infrastructure
Corrosion protection of an
“AW 139” helicopter fuselage to be ocean shipped to Baltimore USA. Solution:
VpCI 126 film integrated with VpCI 137 foam.
Cortec’s solutions are used
by global military personnel and comply with various military and NATO specifications.
You can find more
information about Cortec® MilCorr® product line specialized for preservation of
military equipment here: https://www.milcorr.com/
