Stainless steel is vulnerable to corrosion when its surface becomes contaminated. To prevent this, it is crucial to apply a process using chemical treatments like pickling.
These processes remove impurities, restore the metal’s corrosion resistance, and help maintain its integrity, ensuring long-lasting performance even in harsh environments.
Stainless steel can be susceptible to corrosion if the surface becomes contaminated. To combat this, chemical treatments such as pickling is an essential process.
These processes not only remove surface contaminants but also help form a continuous, protective chromium-oxide film, enhancing the metal’s resistance to corrosion.
Pickling is basically a cleaning process using applying acid to stainless steel surfaces. While effective at eliminating impurities like rust, heat tint, and weld scale, these treatments do not remove grease or oil.
If the metal is dirty, a preliminary cleaning with a detergent or alkaline solution is necessary before proceeding with pickling or passivation.
Established in Sheffield in 1960 Metapic have been an ever present company steel treatment company for over 60 years.
With years of hands-on experience, we offer a comprehensive range of cleaning and chemical passivation processes.
Our time-served expertise ensures high-quality results across various applications, providing reliable and effective solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients.
At Metapic, stainless steel pickling is the most frequently used process. Our standard approach combines both pickling and passivation in a single step, effectively removing heat tint and weld scale while passivating the surface simultaneously.
Many of our customers are pleasantly surprised to learn that this integrated method accomplishes both tasks at once.
However, for specific requirements, we can perform pickling and passivation as two separate, complete procedures, ensuring the highest level of surface treatment and protection.
The importance of cleaning, pickling, and passivating stainless steel cannot be overstated. These processes are critical for removing rust, heat scales, and weld contamination, and they can even help detect defects in the material.
Even in non-corrosive environments, stainless steel can acquire surface contamination, increasing the risk of corrosion.
By thoroughly treating the metal surface, we significantly reduce the likelihood of corrosion, thereby extending the lifespan of the stainless steel. At Metapic, our procedures adhere to the stringent ASTM A380 standards, ensuring the highest quality and reliability in every project.
With decades of expertise in metal treatment and a strong dedication to quality, Metapic is your trusted partner for stainless steel treatment.
Our pickling service provide vital protection for your equipment while ensuring full compliance with industry standards. This enhances both the safety and efficiency of your operations.
Contact us today to discover how our specialised services can benefit your stainless steel components.