Tackling wear and rust

摘要

From non-slip coatings developed to enhance crew safety, to ICCP systems designed to protect FPSO hulls, there is no shortage of new contracts for coatings and anti-corrosion system manufacturers in the offshore sector Safeguarding the welfare of the offshore marine workforce is paramount, especially when it comes to reducing the likelihood of trips and falls, both accidents most commonly a result of corroded and / or wet steel flooring, tile and panel surfaces. Given that the combined costs of arranging emergency helicopter evacuations for afflicted personnel, subsequent vessel / platform downtime and the process of getting replacement staff on board can amount to tens of thousands of dollars, investing in non-slip surface protection provides one buffer against a simple, yet potentially devastating, cause of injury.