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Rust & corrosion occur when metal reacts with environmental elements like air and water, leading to a chemical breakdown. This process forms rust, which is particularly damaging to heavy-duty machinery and critical infrastructure. Effective rust and corrosion maintenance is essential to prevent equipment failure, safety hazards and costly downtime. NCH provides advanced rust and corrosion maintenance solutions designed to stop corrosion and enhance operational efficiency.

Where Does Rust & Corrosion Occur?

While outdoor and marine environments are highly susceptible, rust and corrosion problems can impact any industry. A successful prevention strategy begins with identifying risk areas. Common sectors and locations include:

Manufacturing & Production

Freshly machined metal due to metal working liquids

Rail & Transportation

Trackside Components
Vehicles and rolling stocks
Transported goods

Storage

Spareparts & Components
Tools
Equipment

Structures

Pipes
Storage Tanks
External Fire Escapes

Common Rust and Corrosion Problems and Our Solutions

Corroded Parts

A combination of time, oxygen and water causes iron alloys to rust, leading to part failure and safety issues.

Solution: X-Rust Gel
Patented Neutral pH rust remover
Ideal for removing rust from carbon steel, mild steel and cast iron.

Rust Patches

Unsightly surface rust that spreads, causing long-term degradation.

Solution: Chelade (Rust Conversion)
A polymeric rust conversion product.
Painted into rusty surfaces, it transforms rust into a heavy-duty primer.

Returning Rust

Corrosion often returns quickly after treatment, especially after using acidic removers.

Solution: Stayput
A high-temperature, corrosion-resistant coating in an aerosol.
Prevents flash rust and protects up to 600°C.

Structural Corrosion

Rust causes microfractures, brittleness and compromises structural integrity, especially in harsh environments.

Solution: Salvage 2+
Stops rust by encapsulating the structure.
Contains micro glass and aluminium flakes for “double armour” protection.

Corroded Parts

A combination of time, oxygen and water causes iron alloys to rust, leading to part failure and safety issues.

Solution: X-Rust 7
Patented neutral pH rust remover.
Ideal for removing rust from carbon steel, mild steel and cast iron.

Rust Patches

Unsightly surface rust that spreads, causing long-term degradation.

Solution: CHELADE (Rust Conversion)
A polymeric rust conversion product.
Paint onto rusty surfaces, it transforms rust into a heavy-duty primer.

Returning Rust

Corrosion often returns quickly after treatment, especially after using acidic removers.

Solution: Stay Put
A high-temperature, corrosion-resistant coating in an aerosol. Prevents flash rust and protects up to 600°C.

Structural Corrosion

Rust causes microfractures, brittleness and compromises structural integrity, especially in harsh environments.

Solution: Salvage 2+
Stops rust by encapsulating the structure.
Contains micro glass and aluminium flakes for “double armour” protection.

Rust:
The Longest War

The NCH 3-Step Rust and Corrosion Maintenance Process

Proper rust and corrosion maintenance is a systematic process. Follow these steps for lasting protection:

STEP 1: Prepare the Surface

Remove loose rust and contaminants. Use NCH Degreaser products to clean the surface thoroughly before beginning rust removal.

STEP 2: Treat with Rust Removal or Conversion

1. Rust Removal – Use products like X-Rust Gel to dissolve rust from metal surfaces.
2. Rust Conversion – For surfaces where removal isn’t feasible, apply a rust conversion product like Chelade to neutralize and seal the rust.

STEP 3: Protect for the Long Term

Apply a protective coating like Stayput or Salvage 2+ to prevent rust from returning. This crucial final step in our rust and corrosion maintenance solutions ensures long-term durability.

The NCH 3-Step Rust and Corrosion Maintenance Process

Proper rust and corrosion maintenance is a systematic process. Follow these steps for lasting protection:

STEP 1: Prepare the Surface

Remove loose rust and contaminants. Use NCH Degreaser products to clean the surface thoroughly before beginning rust removal.

STEP 2: Treat with Rust Removal or Conversion

1. Rust Removal
Use products like X-Rust 7 to dissolve rust from metal surfaces.

2. Rust Conversion

For surfaces where removal isn’t feasible, apply a rust conversion product like Chelade to neutralize and seal the rust.

STEP 3: Protect for the Long Term

Apply a protective coating like Stay Put or Salvage 2+ to prevent rust from returning. This crucial final step in our rust and corrosion maintenance solutions ensures long-term durability.

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Your Partner in Rust and Corrosion Maintenance Solutions

Don't let rust & corrosion damage your assets and profitability. NCH provides the complete suite of rust and corrosion maintenance solutions you need.