Selecting the Correct Linear Anode for Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Installation
Selecting the right linear anode for horizontal directional drilling requires consideration of bore hole conditions and anode pulling strength. As the only manufacturer of a linear anode designed for HDD, MATCOR outlines key variables that determine whether a standard or specialized anode is appropriate.
Tank Farm Design Recommendations for Corrosion Prevention
Tank farm design should account for corrosion risks to above ground storage tank bottoms based on site environment, tank size, and foundation type. This article provides recommendations and explains why cathodic protection is considered good engineering practice for tanks on sand or compacted soil foundations.
Tank Cathodic Protection Trends | Above Ground Storage Tanks
This presentation explores tank cathodic protection trends for above ground storage tanks, and compares tank cathodic protection systems.
Sled Anode Cable Connections
MATCOR’s Sea-Bottom marine anode sleds protect cable connections inside high-density polyethylene pipe secured to the sea bottom with concrete weights, preventing damage from wave and tidal action. This article describes the protective housing design and field installation methods used on recent marine projects.
April 24 is Corrosion Awareness Day
Corrosion costs an estimated $2.5 trillion globally each year, yet the 2016 NACE IMPACT study found that most corrosion failures are preventable. The study concluded that up to $875 billion could be saved annually through improved prevention practices, risk analysis, and organizational management systems.
Tank CP Installation – A Drone’s View!
We’re excited to share this aerial drone view of a recent tank CP installation…
AC Interference and Pipeline Corrosion
What is the sudden interest in AC interference and AC induced corrosion on pipelines? High quality coatings put pipelines at risk…
MATCOR’s Giving Trees
During the holiday season, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our success possible. It is in this spirit that the entire MATCOR team says thank you and best wishes for the holidays and New Year.
Impressed Current Anode Systems for Jetty Piling
This case study compares impressed current and galvanic anode systems for cathodic protection of a steel pile jetty in Surabaya, Indonesia. Key factors including current density limits, driving voltage, anode consumption rates, and installation costs guide selection between titanium MMO and aluminum galvanic anodes.
MATCOR Receives Patent for SPL-SandAnode™
MATCOR was recently awarded a US Patent for its SandAnode – the only impressed current linear anode designed specifically for tank bottom replacement projects.
Pipeline Rehabilitation and “Attenuation Deficit Disorder”
Aging pipeline coatings are failing worldwide, degrading cathodic protection performance in what MATCOR describes as “attenuation deficit disorder.” This article examines two rehabilitation strategies—pipeline recoating and linear anode installation—for operators facing deteriorating CP coverage on aging pipelines.
Benefits of Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) Systems
This article explains how impressed current cathodic protection works, its key benefits, and when it’s the right choice for you.
