{"id":18431,"date":"2026-04-07T09:50:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T12:50:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chousa.com.ar\/?p=18431"},"modified":"2026-07-23T13:56:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T16:56:31","slug":"costo-corrosion-industrial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chousa.com.ar\/en\/costo-corrosion-industrial\/","title":{"rendered":"The Cost of Corrosion: How it impacts industrial profitability"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Corrosion is often perceived as a technical problem. But in reality, it's an economic problem.<\/p>\n<p>Each corroded component not only implies material damage, but also a series of associated costs that directly impact the profitability of an operation.<\/p>\n<p>In many industries, the cost of corrosion can represent between <strong>2% and 4% of industrial GDP.<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>However, much of that impact remains hidden.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>What do we mean by the cost of corrosion?<\/h3>\n<p>Corrosion doesn't begin when a part fails. It begins much earlier, when the protection system is inadequate for the working environment.<\/p>\n<p>The actual cost is divided into two main categories:<\/p>\n<p>Direct Costs<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Component Replacement<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Corrective Maintenance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Plant Shutdowns<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Warranty and Claims Management<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Indirect Costs<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Productivity Loss<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Field Failures<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Unplanned Technical Interventions<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Reputational Damage with the Client<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Contractual Penalties<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These costs are usually the highest, but also the least visible within the organization.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>A common example in industry<\/h3>\n<p>In sectors such as agricultural machinery, energy, or automotive, it is common to find fasteners (screws, nuts, washers) exposed to highly aggressive environments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Constant Humidity<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Fertilizers and Chemicals<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Thermal Changes<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Exposure to the Elements<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In these cases, a corrosion failure involves more than just replacing a part.<\/p>\n<p>It involves:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shutting down equipment<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Mobilizing technical resources<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Impacting Operations<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Compromising the End Customer Experience<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A low-cost component can have a disproportionate economic impact.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>The most common mistake: deciding based on initial cost<\/h3>\n<p>In many cases, the coating selection is based solely on price.<\/p>\n<p>But this logic ignores a key variable: <strong>The total lifecycle cost of the component<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A more economical protection system may:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fail Prematurely<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Require Additional Maintenance<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Generating Higher Operating Costs Over Time<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>How to Reduce the Cost of Corrosion<\/h3>\n<p>Reducing the economic impact of corrosion depends not on a single solution, but on a sound protection strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Some key factors include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Appropriate selection of the coating system<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Analysis of the actual operating environment (not ideal conditions)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Compatibility with the component type and mechanical requirements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Performance stability over time<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Minimization of process-related risks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Corrosion is not just a technical problem. It's a financial problem.<\/p>\n<p>Companies that understand its true impact:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Optimize their operating costs<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduce field failures<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Improve product reliability<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While those that underestimate it continue to incur hidden costs year after year.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>About Us<\/h3>\n<p>At Chousa SRL, we help industrial companies reduce failures and costs associated with corrosion through surface treatment solutions tailored to each application.<\/p>\n<p>Our approach combines technical expertise, field experience, and a strong commitment to quality.<\/p>\n<p>Are you experiencing corrosion problems? Contact us and find a solution.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Corrosion is often perceived as a technical problem. But in reality, it's an economic problem. 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