The Preservation Blog

• Oct 13, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Vinterlagring av bobil og campingvogn: slik unngår du fukt og rust

Mugg, klamme puter og rust på understellet er vanlig etter vinterlagring. Her er hvordan du holder bobilen og campingvognen tørr, og beskytter den mot veisalt.

• Oct 9, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Hva er VCI? Spørsmål og svar om korrosjonsbeskyttelse med VCI

Hva er VCI, hvordan virker det, og må emballasjen være lufttett? Vi svarer på de vanligste spørsmålene om VCI: levetid, metaller, pakking, sikkerhet og kravene i NORSOK Z-006:2025.

• Oct 7, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Preservering av rørledninger: slik stopper du korrosjon før oppstart

En rørledning kan ligge i flere år fra den sveises til den settes i drift. Her er hvordan du beskytter rørene med VCI før installasjon, etter trykktesting og under layup, og hvordan du sikrer flenser og ventiler med ZIF tape.

• Oct 7, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

ZIF tape: slik stopper du korrosjon under isolasjon

Korrosjon under isolasjon ser du ikke før skaden er gjort. ZIF tape fra Zerust er en selvvulkaniserende silikontape med innebygd korrosjonsinhibitor som beskytter rør, flenser og ventiler. Her er hvordan den virker og hvordan du monterer den riktig.

• Oct 7, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Rig stacking og mothballing: slik preserverer du riggen riktig

Skal riggen i opplag? Uten riktig preservering venter rust og en dyr reaktivering. Her er hvordan du beskytter rør, motorer, elektro og flenser ved warm og cold stacking og mothballing, og hvordan vi hjelper sammen med Zerust.

• Oct 7, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Antiskli standarder forklart: R13, DIN 18799-1 og ASTM E648

Hva betyr egentlig R13, DIN 18799-1 og ASTM E648? Vi går gjennom testene bak Real Safety antiskli, fra rampetesten for friksjon til brann- og slitasjetester, og forklarer hva tallene betyr på trapper, stiger og gangveier.

• Aug 12, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Fake Rapid soft cover flange protectors. How to tell the difference!

Customers sent us photos of flanges that had been damaged. The problem wasn't our protectors. It was the copies.

• May 26, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

How to properly pack parts with VCI packaging

Incorrect packaging with VCI provides no protection. Correct packaging takes less than a minute. Here are three rules that make the difference – for storage and shipment.

• May 20, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Military tarpaulins – how to protect defense equipment in the field, during storage and transport

• May 18, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

How to choose the right anti-slip solution for offshore and industry

Slippery decks and stairs are among the most common causes of accidents offshore and in the industry. Learn how to choose the right anti-slip solution – from GRP walkway covers and anti-slip stair treads to ladder rungs and escape route markings.

• Mar 13, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

NORSOK Z-006 has been revised – here is what has actually changed

NORSOK Z-006 was revised in June 2025. We review the most important changes and what they mean for you in practice. Read the update here.

• Mar 6, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

How to protect pipes and structures against corrosion with Denso tape

Learn how Denso Tape protects pipelines, valves, and steel structures against corrosion. Easy application, long-lasting protection, and cost-effective. Find out how to use it and why it is the smart choice for your needs.

• Mar 4, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

When should you use VCI plastic or VCI paper?

Are you going to use VCI plastic or VCI paper, or perhaps both? The products have different advantages, and we will give you the answer as to which is best!

• Mar 4, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Salt-X user manual: How to protect equipment against salt and corrosion

User manual for Salt-X. How do you actually use Salt-X, is it as simple as it looks? We provide you with a user manual for Salt-X here!

• Mar 2, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Zerust is changing the design of the VCI capsules VC2-1 and VC2-2

Zerust is making minor changes to the VCI capsules VC2-1 and VC2-2, the capsules that protect up to 1000l (1m3) for 1 and 2 years respectively. These are small changes, but the capsules will be slightly more compact and take up less space.

• Feb 27, 2026
• Erik Holsvik

Best masking for sandblasting and painting: Self-adhesive flange protectors and rubber from Distixx

When sandblasting or painting, you need reliable masking that keeps surfaces clean and creates sharp lines. The best masking for sandblasting and painting combines strong adhesion, easy application, and removal without adhesive residue, saving you time and extra work. Distixx from Real Marine is the solution!