The International Zinc Association (IZA) Africa has launched its May 2024 ‘Expert Guide to Galvanizing’. “No engineer in the civil engineering, mining, design or structural engineering sector or architect should be without a copy,” comments IZA Africa Director Simon Norton.
Galvanizing with zinc ensures that steel receives long-term protection from corrosion. Design, fabrication, and inspection requirements are an essential part of any project that involves successful hot dip galvanizing, especially in terms of SANS 121, SANS 14713:2, and ISO 10684.’
The ‘Expert Guide to Galvanizing’ has been compiled by IZA Africa with the assistance of Terry Smith, an independent expert consultant in galvanizing. Norton originally conceptualised and produced the first IZA A publication, ‘The Essentials of Galvanizing’, in 2020 with input from Smith.
Now they have collaborated again to create and compile latest edition of ‘The Expert Guide to Galvanizing’ to ensure engineers and specifiers have an advanced understanding of zinc-based coatings at their fingertips.
Hot dip galvanizing of steelwork with zinc has been integral to steel structures for many years, while the techniques and understanding of galvanizing has advanced significantly as well. Galvanizing protects steel in two unique ways: Firstly, as a slowly corroding barrier offering a reliable and long lifespan to the steel; and, secondly, should the coating be damaged, the surrounding zinc will sacrifice itself by providing cathodic protection.
In order to obtain the maximum benefit, the Expert Guide should be read in conjunction with ‘The Essentials of Galvanizing’ published in 2021. Both are available from IZA Africa at R95 per copy. IZA Africa can be contacted for further guidance or information about the application of zinc in corrosion control.
‘The Expert Guide to Galvanizing’ recently formed part of the delegate package for an intensive one-day IZA Africa seminar in KwaZulu-Natal and the Western Cape that provided engineers with detailed knowledge concerning the use of zinc as an anti-corrosion protective coating on steel.
IZA Africa anticipates hosting its zinc in corrosion protection seminar in Johannesburg in the near future and elsewhere if so requested. Consulting engineering firms, mining engineers, and civil engineers are encouraged to contact the IZA Africa Desk should they require a ‘Zinc in Corrosion Protection’ seminar for their professional staff, especially new graduates and technologists.
To obtain copies of ‘Expert Guide to Galvanizing’, or to find out about the seminars, email zinc@iafrica.com or call 082 831 2924.
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About the International Zinc Association (IZA)
The IZA is the only global industry association dedicated exclusively to the interests of zinc and its users. Operating internationally and locally in Africa through the IZA Africa Desk, the IZA helps sustain the long-term global demand for zinc and its markets by promoting such key end uses as corrosion protection for steel and zinc as essential in human health and crop nutrition. IZA’s main programmes are Zinc Use Research, Sustainability & Environment, Technology & Market Development and technical Communications.
In South Africa, the IZA plays a vital role in establishing the basis for the successful growth of the zinc industry by increasing awareness of zinc and its applications and benefits in key sectors and markets.
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Simon Norton
Director
IZA Africa
Phone: (021) 788 9980
Cell: 082 831 2924
Email: zinc@iafrica.com
Web: www.zinc.org
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- IZA Africa launches latest edition of its ‘Expert Guide to Galvanizing’_approved
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Simon Norton, Director of the International Zinc Association (IZA) Africa
Simon Norton, Director of the International Zinc Association (IZA) Africa
The guide was part of the delegate package for an IZA Africa seminar in KZN and the W Cape
