Equipment Reliability with SCRI-IS
Overview
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the challenges and solutions associated with corrosion and rouge formation on stainless steel, with a particular focus on austenitic grades used in critical sanitary and high-purity applications. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the material properties, surface integrity, and performance characteristics of stainless-steel grades such as 1.4404, 1.4435, and 316L (as specified by ASME BPE). At the end of the course participants will be equipped with both the theoretical understanding and practical tools necessary to manage these issues in demanding environments such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and chemical manufacturing.
Key topics covered
- Overview of common austenitic stainless-steel alloys
- Material of Construction Selection (application of Pitting Resistance Equivalent Number (PREN)):
- Surface Finish and Integrity
- Corrosion Mechanisms, their identification, and remedy
- Welding and Its Impact on Stainless Steel
- Rouge Formation and Management
- Field Inspection and Asset Prioritisation
Who should attend
The course is designed for engineers, maintenance professionals, and quality control specialists working in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and other industries where stainless-steel reliability is paramount.
What do Attendees Obtain on Completion?
SCRI-IS course attendance certificate
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Course Format
1 Day Onsite Training at NIBRT
09:00 to 11:00 – Understanding stainless steel; surface integrity and corrosion basics; process design and construction considerations
11:15 to 13:00 – Rouge formation and causes; rouge inspection and identification techniques
13:45 to 16:00 – Importance of science based rouge inspections; practical workshop
16:00 to 17:00 – Networking, course conclusion and certification
Course Available on Request. Contact training@nibrt.ie to make an enquiry
