faq

Q. How does Korrosion-Guard work?

A. Corrosion is caused by oxygen in the water reacting with the metals that make up the pipework and components of the water system. The basis of the protection afforded by Korrosion-Guard is that zinc will react with this oxygen more readily than metals such as steel and copper because of its relative position in the Electrochemical Series. The zinc oxide that is formed is not able to react with the metals in the system, so corrosion is prevented.

Q. Does Korrosion-Guard provide long-lasting protection?

A. Korrosion-Guard continues to inhibit corrosion in two ways. Firstly, it forms a fine film of zinc oxide on the metal surfaces in the system to protect them. Secondly, even when all of the oxygen has been removed from the water, Korrosion-Guard remains in 'standby' mode and will reactivate if there is further ingress of oxygen.

Q. Is Korrosion-Guard easy to install?

A. Korrosion-Guard is very simple to install in both new and existing systems. It is connected in-line using standard connections so it is only necessary to remove a section of pipe and replace it with the Korrosion-Guard unit.

Q. Where would I use Corrosion Guard chemical treatment?

A. Corrosion Guard system cleaner is ideal for cleaning systems that have already undergone some corrosion, to removed waste matter and sludge and dissolve limescale. Once the treatment has been carried out, the system can be protected using Corrosion Guard corrosion inhibitor or by installing a Korrosion-Guard electrolytic corrosion inhibitor.

Q. How do I decide whether to use an electrolytic corrosion inhibitor or a chemical corrosion inhibitor?

A. Both products are very effective at inhibiting corrosion so it's really a matter of choosing the best product to suit your needs. We will be happy to discuss your requirements with you to determine the most appropriate product.