Bodycote ceramic seal claims to increase equipment life by 40%
Bodycote have developed a ceramic sealing technology that significantly extends the life of metal structures against the effects of chemical exposure and extreme environments on oil rigs. Tech17 uses a thermo-chemical diffusion process, creating a seal against corrosives by filling existing cracks and thus reducing the porosity of materials. Bodycote claim that with the application of Tech17, materials "corrosion resistance improved from 12-24 hours to over 1,000 hours’ exposure to salt spray" while prolonging the life of equipment by 40%.
There is a growing need for longer-lasting metal parts in the manufacture of critical components for various industrial applications. A ceramic seal from Bodycote, called Tech17, employs a thermo-chemical diffusion method to strengthen and protect the surface of metallurgical plating or coating against porosity or cracking under severe conditions, thus increasing the operational life of the component.

Manufacturing processes are greatly improved when the latest technologies and engineering design solutions are adopted to enhance the quality of a finished product, as well as customer satisfaction. Such improvements are passed onto end users by way of durability and in many cases long-term cost effectiveness, especially if a given component's lifecycle is extended.

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