Eradicate Rust with VCI Films & Metal Protectors
PackageIt Team • February 21, 2020
Metal parts manufacturers in the Pacific Northwest are in a daily and often-losing battle with the effects of daily humidity. Rust and corrosion are insidious, costing our clients untold thousands in ruined metal finishes, shortened shelf-life and damaged inventory. To help aerospace, automotive, construction and firearms companies safeguard metal during assembly, storage and shipping, PackageIt recommends Armor Protective Packaging® and vapor corrosion inhibitors.
A trusted name in rust protection for over 40 years, ARMOR develops products that preserve metal components and products throughout every phase of fabrication, distribution and warehousing.
FAQs About Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors
WHAT ARE VCIs AND HOW DO THEY WORK?
VCIs are chemical compounds that use rust-inhibiting vapor emissions to circumvent metal corrosion. ARMOR packaging products, creator of high-caliber VCI solutions, are made with a proprietary formula based on ionic salts. When moisture is present, these salts dissolve, form ions, and diffuse throughout containers or packaging. The ions are attracted to metal surfaces, and they work to (1) displace moisture molecules and (2) establish a nanocoating that preserves metal finishes.
HOW DO I USE VCI PRODUCTS?
Using ARMOR products is simple. First, place the metal or metal components inside the VCI container or packaging product (film, paper, foam pads, etc.) or add desiccant packs to your packaging. Immediately, vapor corrosion inhibitors fill the empty space. They adhere to metal surfaces, creating a rust-busting blanket of protection one to two molecules thick.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ARMOR NANOTECHNOLOGY?
VCI products are nothing short of amazing! Here are some of the proven features and advantages:
- Easy-to-use physical moisture barrier
- Up to 3 years of continuous protection
- Non-toxic, eco-friendly & recyclable formulation that supports green initiatives
- Variety of product options for every application
- Custom blends with advanced tear resistance & puncture strength
- Non-messy application (no oily or greasy surfaces)
- Preservation of metal strength & integrity
New Solutions in Nanotechnology
Rust and corrosion are the enemies of efficient metal operations, culminating in waste, parts rejection and added labor costs. ARMOR and PackageIt fight these costly problems with corrosion-resistant packaging products. Ask our experienced sales reps about these ARMOR products in Seattle, available in-house or by special order:
- ARMOR POLY®, including box liners, pallet covers, poly sheets & poly bags
- ARMOR WRAP®, VCI-coated paper approved by the U.S. military
- ARMOR SHIELD®, includes VCI desiccant packs, emitter packs & chips
- ARMOR Metal Rescue®, a water-based rust remover bath
- ARMOR Dry Coat™, a water-based rust preventative
PackageIt Specializes in Breakthrough Rust Protection
Proudly serving manufacturers, metal fabricators and industrial clients throughout Seattle and the Pacific Northwest, our family-owned company is an authorized dealer for VCI packaging materials and anti-corrosion storage products. Call 888.743.0907 for ARMOR Protective Packaging® solutions that safeguard all forms of metal. Our single-source custom packaging, shipping and warehousing supplies are all you need to get metal products to market without rust and corrosion interference.
For your convenience, you can also inquire online about competitively priced packaging and warehousing solutions for your aerospace, automotive or metal fabrication business. To learn more about the benefits of ARMOR’s full product line, click here.
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