Study Group Session: S.17 Collision & Corrosion Control — Proactive Corrosion Protection Strategies

Aggressive corrosion, caused by formulations of road ice clearing chemicals, is a serious maintenance problem for many equipment users. Use of magnesium chloride- and calcium chloride-based products by certain states is especially associated with increased incidence of corrosion on vehicles, causing damage in as little as a single winter season. 

The scope of the problem is far-reaching, representing a multibillion-dollar toll on the entire trucking industry. This does not include the damage caused to highways, local roads, and other public utility infrastructures in North America. 

To reduce this problem, the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) of American Trucking Associations (ATA) has developed recommended practices to help equipment managers and users combat this serious problem. During this session, our expert panel will present proactive corrosion protection strategies that equipment users can employ in their operations so they can minimize the amount of corrosion-related damage sustained before it gets a chance to emerge and spread. We’ll offer guidelines on effective specifications, maintenance practices and washing techniques to help your fleet get a head of corrosion before it destroys your equipment.

Moderators:

• Kevin Tomlinson (Shrader Tire & Oil)
• Bill Cook (Peterson Manufacturing Company)

Speakers:

• Al Anderson (Peterson Manufacturing Company)
• Freeman Young (Krown Rust Control)
• Jeff Wheeler (Nye Lubricants)