SEA COOLING WATER CORROSION

摘要

In the refining and petrochemical industry cooling water plays an integral part in operations. Without cooling water systems, many of the required processes are impossible. Last to be taken offline during shutdowns and first to be restarted during startups, cooling water systems are one of the most critical systems containing a non-toxic, non-flammable, non-hazardous fluid: water. However, any threat to the mechanical integrity of this system can lead to plant downtime, lost production, and significant maintenance costs. Therefore, proper inspection, maintenance and operation of cooling water systems are critical.