Synopsis
These are official podcast series from NACE International, The Worldwide Corrosion Authority.
Episodes
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U.S. Executive Order to Review Supply Chains
07/04/2021 Duration: 13minLewis Black, CEO of Almonty Industries (Paris, France), joins the MP Interview Series to discuss an executive order signed by President Biden that will begin a review of the supply chains that support several crucial American manufacturing industries, including automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and clean energy. In this episode, he covers the intention to insulate the American economy from future shortages of critical imported components, how this move might help open up critical supply of important rare earth materials and help manufacturers obtain raw materials from suppliers outside of China, how durable tungsten is against corrosion and oxidation, and how new production sources of tungsten are critical for increased global supply.
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Previewing the CORROSION 2021 Virtual Conference & Expo
26/03/2021 Duration: 19minLesley Martinez, Manager of Conferences, and David Briley, Manager of Global and Specialty Exhibits, join the AMPP Interview Series to discuss preparations for the upcoming CORROSION 2021 Virtual Conference & Expo. Topics include why the time is right for the annual conference to go virtual for the first time; what the virtual experience is likely to feel like for attendees and exhibitors; new benefits for the international community; common questions and feedback from the industry; and on-demand access after the event concludes. For more information, visit www.nacecorrosion.org.
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How Drones Are Lifting Corrosion, Coating Inspections
15/03/2021 Duration: 19minRobert "Bob" Dahlstrom, CEO of aerial robotic systems provider Apellix, joins our podcast to explain the increasing role of drones in corrosion and coating inspections — with a particular emphasis on aboveground storage tanks (ASTs). Topics include the past, present, and future of drone technologies, as well as the recent launch of Apellix NDT as a new field services company.
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CORROSION journal: Meet Winston Revie
12/03/2021 Duration: 31minR. Winston Revie, CORROSION journal's longest-serving Associate Editor, looks back over his 55-year career on this episode of the CORROSION journal Interview Series. Winston provides insight into changes he has seen over the years and gives advice for those in the corrosion industry.
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Pipeline Integrity Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
04/03/2021 Duration: 22minRob Zmud, integrity consulting division manager at PureHM (a Xylem Brand) and Chukwuma (Chuks) Onuoha, global product manager for Spectrum XLI and cathodic protection at Xylem, join the MP Interview Series to discuss pipeline integrity pitfalls and how to avoid them. In this episode, they cover the reasons unnecessary digs persist and how operators can combat the problem; why missed digs occur and how this can be avoided; how to properly diagnose the root cause when treating integrity issues; and how an operator can fix persistent systematic pipeline integrity issues.
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AMPP Technical Exchange on Ship Biofouling—A Success Story
25/02/2021 Duration: 24minThis episode features a roundtable discussion with Elisabeth Charmley, Naval Architect for one of the world's largest ship managers; Johnny Eliasson, Hull and Coatings Engineer at Chevron Shipping; and Buddy Reams, Captain USCG (retired), Chief Technical/Maritime Officer of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP). All three are members of TEG532x, which is a Technical Exchange Group (TEG) that remains very active in areas related to ship hull fouling, antifouling methods, aquatic invasive species, and other biofouling related interests of the commercial shipping community. Topics discussed on the podcast include the origins of the open group and motivations to join; success stories from the group over its three-plus years; efforts to synchronize the TEG’s work with other shipping trade organizations; and the ongoing development and structure of AMPP's technical program.
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Case Study: Thermal Spray Aluminum at a Major LNG Complex
19/02/2021 Duration: 24minBo Andersen, product manager for thermal spray aluminum (TSA) at Integrated Global Services (IGS), shares experiences and lessons learned from his company's pilot project at one of Nigeria LNG's six trains. Topics discussed on the podcast include benefits of the technology; how it can be safely applied in an online plant environment; and challenges overcome during the project.
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Protecting Pipelines from the Effects of Lightning Strikes
11/02/2021 Duration: 26minTony da Costa, vice president of engineering at Mobiltex (Calgary, Alberta, Canada), and Shawn Lawrence, service manager, join the MP Interview Series to discuss lightning immunity in pipelines, as well as the use of remote monitoring systems to evaluate potential damage. In this episode, they cover the ways in which a lightning strike could affect a pipeline. Other topics discussed include why "flashovers" are often more damaging than a direct lightning strike; ways to evaluate the impact of a lightning strike; and how pipeline operators can protect cathodic protection (CP) systems and their components from lightning strikes. The feature article in the February 2021 issue of Materials Performance (MP) Magazine has more on these subjects.
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Current Trends in Magnesium Research
05/02/2021 Duration: 27minProfessors Joey Kish (McMaster University) and Geraint Williams (Swansea University) join the CORROSION journal Interview Series to discuss corrosion of magnesium and its alloys and provide highlights of CORROSION’s magnesium-themed February issue.
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2021 Outlook for Cathodic Protection and Beyond (with Farwest Corrosion)
29/01/2021 Duration: 20minTroy Rankin, president of Farwest Corrosion Control Co. (Downey, California, USA), discusses his company's latest advances in cathodic protection (CP) technology and shares feedback that he's heard from clients in the field. Other topics include what business in the corrosion industry is likely to look like in 2021, especially in the context of a new U.S. administration and the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
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New Year, New Safety Updates for the Construction Industry
22/01/2021 Duration: 20minWith a new U.S. president and new changes to the COVID-19 pandemic, the scope of safety in the construction sector is likely to see some changes for 2021. Anthony Krake, VP of operations for ConstructSecure, shares opinions, trends, and outlooks with CoatingsPro in today’s episode. For more information, connect with Anthony at https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonykrake/
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Interview: Bob Chalker on AMPP Priorities, Industry Outlook
21/01/2021 Duration: 41minBob Chalker, CEO of the new Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), sits down with us for an exclusive interview. Topics discussed are the combination of NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings; implications for various segments of the corrosion industry, including coatings contractors; feedback during the initial weeks of the merger; key dates and milestones to watch moving forward; and much more.
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Industry Experts, New AMPP Leaders on the Changes Ahead
13/01/2021 Duration: 13minIn this episode, four industry experts and leaders with the new Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) share their perspectives on what the merged organization could mean for the corrosion control and protective coatings industries. Guests include Tim Bieri, Sam Scaturro, Joyce Wright, and Cris Connor.
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What the Launch of AMPP Means for Our Industry (with Terry Greenfield and Joe Walker)
07/01/2021 Duration: 15minCorrosion experts Terry Greenfield, principal consultant at CONSULEX, and Joe Walker, vice president and general manager at Elcometer, discuss the recent launch of the Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP). As recent presidents of NACE International and SSPC: The Society for Protective Coatings, Greenfield and Walker share background information and stories on how the merger came to be. In this exclusive conversation, they also explore potential industry implications and what it could mean for standards and beyond.
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New Year, New Changes for Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance
18/12/2020 Duration: 22minRick Duncan, new Executive Director at the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), joins the podcast to share what the future looks like for the SPFA. Other topics include industry implications from the new U.S. administration, as well as how it pertains to the world of coatings. For more information, contact: Rick Duncan, (703) 222-4269, rickduncan@sprayfoam.org
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New Logging Tools for Ultra-High Temperature Geothermal Wells
14/12/2020 Duration: 14minChristopher Taylor, principal engineer of materials technology and development at DNV GL, and Jeffrey Johnston, founder and principal engineer at Rapid Prototyles LLC, join the MP Interview Series to discuss a new industry research collaboration. Their work, which involves a future suite of logging tools for ultra-high temperature geothermal wells, recently won a American-Made Geothermal Manufacturing Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy. In our latest podcast episode, Taylor and Johnston explain the basis for their research; what the links to corrosion are; and the next steps moving forward.
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Epoxy Flooring Contractor on Making Connections
10/12/2020 Duration: 20minTim Seay, co-owner of Decorative Concrete of Virginia, joins our podcast to share some of his recent challenges and experiences in 2020, including how the holidays can affect their work in the field. He and Co-Owner Landon Blanks have made efforts to share their knowledge with other contractors through their own podcast and various social media platforms. The article mentioned featuring SeaQuest aquarium can be accessed here. For more information, contact: Tim Seay, www.decorativeconcreteofvirginia.com
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Case Study: Coating the Historic Mackinac Bridge
04/12/2020 Duration: 24minSteve Vlahakis, owner of Seaway Painting, describes the ongoing work by his crews to recoat the towers of the historic Mackinac Bridge, which connects the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan. Topics include the development of a movable scaffold system to access the structure; benefits of the zinc-epoxy-urethane coating system in a bridge environment; and various application tips and tricks used to complete the large job. The complete story on their work can be read at CoatingsPro Magazine.
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New Research Efforts in Materials Degradation, Reliability
02/12/2020 Duration: 31minIn this newly released episode, NACE International member Dr. Homero Castaneda-Lopez joins the MP Interview Series. Castaneda-Lopez is director of Texas A&M University’s National Corrosion and Materials Reliability Lab (NCMRL), which is a leader in research and technology efforts for materials degradation and reliability. Topics discussed on the podcast include NCMRL projects; the mission/vision of the lab, challenges and success stories; aspects that make the NCMRL unique; and much more.
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Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): Successes, Challenges, and the Path Forward
20/11/2020 Duration: 27minChip Blankenship and Ji Ma, professors in the University of Virginia’s Materials Science and Engineering Department, join the CORROSION journal Interview Series to discuss why we’re drawn to additive manufacturing. Topics discussed on this episode include successful applications of the technique, current challenges, and future applications.