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Is There New Technology To Prevent Corrosion?

April 26, 2017Corrosion Technology

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Is There New Technology To Prevent Corrosion?

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• The awnser is yes. Zinc balls these are made from Zinc anodes and dropped into the tank after each cleaning for good metal to metal contact. It is an electrochemical device that continuously applies a voltage charge to the inside walls of the steel oil tank to counteract corrosion. “Zinc Tank Protectors” do stop 100% of corrosion caused by moisture, acid, and localized electrolysis. These metal balls must be upgraded every two years to maintain 100% protection. Cathodic Protection is mandated by the EPA to be used on all bulk oil storage tanks. Cathodic Protection is familiar to most people through the use of zinc anodes on boat propellars. • • How Much Does This New Technology Cost? • “Tank Protectors” for a 275 gal basement or inground oil tank costs $19.95, 550 gal oil tank costs $29.95 and a 1000 gal tank costs $39.95.