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Corrosion Chronicles

Materials Technology Institute
Corrosion
Hydrofluoric Acid
Explosion Cladding
Eddy Current Testing
Abrasion
Failure Analysis
Chevron
Nobelclad
Mass Transfer Equipment
Column Internals
Heat Exchanger Tubes
ASNT TC1A
Quality Assurance
Wear Resistance
Anhydrous HF
Gaskets
Titanium
Carbon Steel
Process Commercialization
Metallic Materials

An original podcast series from the Materials Technology Institute, focused on materials in the processing industry and the experts within the community.

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In this episode, failure analysis expert Tedd Anastas of Anastas Technical Services and Brent Moore of Moore Analytical join co-host Heather Allain and guest host Andrew Rentsch, Materials Engineer at Huntsman Corporation, for a practical discussion ... more

In this episode, Richard Clapp, retired principal consultant from DuPont, joins co-hosts Heather Allain and Marc Cook for a discussion on the role of materials expertise in process commercialization. Drawing on decades of industry experience, Richard... more

In this episode, the second installment of a two-part series, Bert Jennings, owner of Jennings Materials Consulting in Spring, Texas, rejoins co-hosts Heather Allain and Marc Cook to continue their discussion on hydrofluoric acid (HF) and anhydrous h... more

In this episode, the first installment of a two-part series, Bert Jennings, owner of Jennings Materials Consulting in Spring, Texas, joins co-hosts Heather Allain and Marc Cook for a technical discussion on hydrofluoric acid (HF) and anhydrous hydrog... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Clapp
Former corporate materials engineer with DuPont, principal consultant
Independent consultant / DuPont alum
Episode: Providing Materials Expertise to Process Commercialization
Bert Jennings
Professional engineer with HF expertise and MTI contributor
Independent consultant / MTI contributor
Episode: Hydrofluoric Acid and Anhydrous Hydrogen Fluoride - Part 1
Bob Freed
MTI Associate Director; former DuPont metallurgist; ASTM Fellow
Materials Technology Institute (MTI)
Episode: Corrosion and Wear Materials Solutions
Evan Lawrence
Corporate NDT engineer at Webco Industries, leads NDT tech center
Webco Industries
Episode: Eddy Current Testing (ECT) of Heat Exchanger Tubes
Jon Konerza
Division manager of non-destructive testing and analysis
Sentinel Integrity Solutions
Episode: Eddy Current Testing (ECT) of Heat Exchanger Tubes
Danny Mock
President and Senior Partner of M10 Process Equipment, Inc
M10 Process Equipment, Inc
Episode: Column Internals
Mukesh Ahlavadi
Global Director for the Chemicals Markets at NobelClad
NobelClad
Episode: Explosion Cladding
Kevin Ganschow
Former Chevron materials engineer and MTI associate director, expert on bolting and gasketing
Chevron (former), Materials Technology Institute (MTI)
Episode: Gasketed Joints
Jennifer Larimore
Materials engineering principal consultant and materials group manager at Chemours
Chemours
Episode: How a Materials Lab Works

Hosts

Heather Allain
Executive Director of MTI and host; leads discussions on corrosion science and materials in processing environments.
Marc Cook
Co-host and Technical Consultant; specializes in equipment, materials, and process reliability within the metals and chemical spaces.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Brilliant show!

    I was recommended the podcast by a colleague going on six month ago and I’m very glad they did because listening has been a pleasure. I always find I learn some thing and I'm glad the podcast touches on some more technical aspects. I hope the podcast runs for a long time to come.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mohr’s circle man
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fascinating insight on materials engineering

    I love listening to this show. It is a great resource for any engineer or someone who wonders how they build things.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Materials Nerd
    United States3 years ago

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High-quality discussions on corrosion, materials, and safety.
Engaging, technical depth keeps you learning with every episode.
Great resource for engineers wanting practical reliability guidance.
Guests bring real-world experiences and useful case studies.

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Gasketed Joints
Q: How did lubrication affect torque and gasket performance in practice?
Thread lubricant dramatically affects friction, influencing the relationship between torque and the resulting bolt load. Using consistent lubrication on threads and contact surfaces, along with correct stamping orientation on nuts, helped stabilize the torque-to-load transfer and improved repeatability across assemblies.
Gasketed Joints
Q: What was the role of training and contractor oversight in achieving reliable joints?
Training provided by certified bolting specialists, with clear why-behind-the-methods, drastically improved consistency. Contractors underwent pre-turnaround training, learned to torque joints using calibrated tools, and were required to sign off on each step, ensuring ownership and accountability during startups.
Gasketed Joints
Q: Can you explain the controversy around bolt loading and why it mattered for long-term reliability?
The controversy centered on whether over- or under-loading bolts would lead to flange damage or future leaks. The guest emphasized that improper bolt loading could create excessive or insufficient gasket stress, causing leaks. The resolution came from studying the system as a whole, validating bolt loads through data, and shifting toward higher initial gasket stresses with proper hot-torking to compensate for relaxation.
Hydrofluoric Acid and Anhydrous Hydrogen Fluoride - Part 1
Q: What does HF do in an alkylation/refinery context?
Anhydrous HF serves as a catalyst in alkylation, helping to convert hydrocarbon fragments into higher-energy, higher-octane components; small amounts of water can be present and must be purged, but the hydrocarbon stream is ultimately transformed under HF catalysis.
Hydrofluoric Acid and Anhydrous Hydrogen Fluoride - Part 1
Q: Before we get into the chemistry, can you touch on where HF is used in the chemicals industry?
HF is used in multiple fluorine-based processes including etching and cleaning in microelectronics, production of fluoropolymers and refrigerants, and in facilitating certain catalytic cycles; the discussion highlighted monomer production and polymerization pathways rather than delving into polymerization specifics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Corrosion Chronicles

What is Corrosion Chronicles about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series delivers highly technical conversations on corrosion, materials selection, and failure analysis in the processing industry, anchored by practitioners and MTI-affiliated experts. Episodes frequently thread real-world plant challenges—HF corrosion, wear and corrosion interactions, NDT best practices, and internal vessel components—through practical case studies, lab workflows, and lifecycle considerations. A standout aspect is the balance between deep technical depth and actionable guidance, with guest experts sharing field-tested strategies, design choices, and risk mitigation in high-stakes environments. Listeners likely include engineers, plant managers, and technicians seeking reliable material solutions, safety-focused insigh... more

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7. Mukesh Ahlavadi
8. Kevin Ganschow

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