Alloys in the Marine Environment

CDA has been recognised for many years as a source of quality technical information and advice. Free in-house workshops can now be requested which concentrate on marine corrosion issues. These presentations are technical, are provided by established specialists and accredited for CPD by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining. The content is flexible and can be tailored to the particular interests of your company.

CDA is joined by additional speakers for the full programme which gives an in depth overview of the behaviours of many commonly used alloys in seawater environments. A typical programme is included on this page and can be downloaded here with a faxback form.

Various presentations are available in combination with the 'Corrosion behaviour of alloys in seawater' overview so that we can provide a CPD event tailored to suit your needs. If you are interested in a CPD presentation please use the enquiry form and we will get back to you to discuss your requirements.

Why copper nickels?

Copper nickel alloys have a unique combination of biofouling and corrosion resistance in seawater environments. These presentations will provide you with the latest technical information on the properties, corrosion behaviour and resistance to biofouling of wrought 90-10 and 70-30 copper nickel alloys and details of their use in marine applications. It will also provide guidelines for selection, fabrication, commissioning and operational practices.

Who should attend?

Anyone involved in the design, specification, fabrication and operation of materials in contact with seawater and the marine environment in the following industries:

• Wave and tidal energy
• Offshore wind energy
• Offshore oil and gas
• Ship building and repair.
  

What you will gain

• 1-2 hours quality CPD at your convenience.
• An understanding of the corrosion behaviour of copper nickels and other copper base alloys, stainless steels and high nickel alloys.
• An awareness of the biofouling resistance of copper alloys in marine applications
• An understanding of the design, fabrication and commissioning issues for long service life
• A unique opportunity to meet leading industrial experts and discuss your material issues
• A free literature pack covering design, properties and applications.

Copper nickel in marine environments - Chris Dilnot, Copper Technology Ltd

Copper nickel is the most widely used copper alloy for seawater handling. Important points are considered to ensure successful application, including:

Corrosion behaviour of metals in seawater - Carol Powell, Copper Development Association

Overview of metals and their relative resistance to seawater, covering general and localised corrosion, velocity effects, de-alloying, stress-cracking, galvanic behaviour and biofouling.

Copper alloys - Carol Powell, Copper Development Association

Overview of traditional marine alloys: bronze, brass, gunmetals and copper beryllium.

Stainless steels and high nickel alloys - David Jordan, Nickel Institute

Detials of alloy grades, relative corrosion resistance, metallurgy and selection guidelines.

Weld fabrication and design - David Jordan, Nickel Institute

Good welding and fabricating practices for copper nickels, stainless steels and high nickel alloys.