Hinderrust Blog

Hinderrust Blog

HinderRUST Blog

Got Rust?

Got rust problems? Don’t worry, most people do. Rust occurs when metals are exposed to air or water for a period of time. Oxidation slowly decomposes iron and iron alloys into other chemicals because of a [...]

Rust Converters versus HinderRUST

We are frequently asked if HinderRUST is a rust converter. Our answer to that is "no." So, what exactly is a converter? A rust converter is a chemical solution or primer that can be [...]

HinderRUST Combines Corrosion Control with Lubricity

Fluoramics' HinderRUST line of products combines surface film management to stop corrosion with Tufoil Technology to provide lubricity. As a result, HinderRUST products are not only great rust inhibitors but also excellent lubricants. Tufoil Technology includes [...]

Galling Causes Performance Failures

What is galling? Galling is a form of wear caused by adhesion between sliding surfaces. Galling is a common problem where metals such as stainless steel, aluminum and titanium slide while in contact with [...]

Don’t Blame the Sealant

When pipe joints leak, most people want to blame the pipe sealant. In many cases, however, the quality of the sealant isn’t the culprit. Other causes for leaks include not using enough sealant, cracks [...]