Corrosion & Rust Prevention: Protection Options

There are various methods for protection of metal spare parts, components, assemblies, machines, and military hardware, from corrosion and rust.

Three options of corrosion protection:

  • Oiling or Greasing (Contact corrosion inhibitors)
  • VCI paper
  • VCI Poly material

Each option of corrosion prevention has merits and demerits. Proper packaging solution involves selection of such option which gives optimum protection at minimal cost and ease of application in terms of saving of time and labour.

Modi Poly – Corrosion Protection Solutions
Parameter Oil, Grease etc. VCI Paper Sealrust VCI® by Modi Poly
Suitability Limited to short-term protection Suitable for metal parts with simple shapes Suitable for all metal parts, regardless of shape or size
Application Method Direct application on metal surface Wrap metal parts with VCI paper Wrap metal parts with VCI poly material
Drawbacks Can be messy, may attract dust Limited protection period, not suitable for outdoor storage Higher initial cost
Moisture Barrier No moisture barrier Limited moisture barrier Excellent moisture barrier
Specifications Various types available Available in various sizes Available in various sizes and forms (bags, sheets, etc.)
Transparency Not transparent Not transparent Transparent options available
Additional Packaging Required for outdoor storage Required for outdoor storage Not required
Cost Effectiveness Low initial cost, high maintenance cost Moderate initial cost, moderate maintenance cost Higher initial cost, low maintenance cost
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