Corrosion Resistance in Marine Environments
The corrosion of metals in a marine environment can cause huge economic loss - and even potential social harm. Imagine the leakage of toxic substances, which can not only cause environmental pollution, but also endanger people's health. The sea is rich in highly corrosive natural electrolytes, therefore, most metals and alloys [...]
What To Do And What Not To Do When Using Stainless Steel Fasteners
Stainless steel fasteners are quite popular these days because of their reliable corrosion-resistant and recyclable properties. They offer resistance and durability during any weather condition. However, if these fasteners are not handled properly, you can cause damage to the entire setup. Below, we have a guideline of dos or don'ts when [...]
Can Stainless Steel and Aluminum Be Used Together?
Can stainless steel and aluminum be used together? This is a common question, as combining these two metals can lead to corrosion under certain conditions. Understanding Stainless Steel and Aluminum Corrosion Corrosion develops when two dissimilar materials are combined in a corrosive electrolyte. A common question arises: does stainless steel react [...]
What Is Galvanic Corrosion and How Can You Prevent It?
Galvanic corrosion refers to corrosion damage that develops when two dissimilar materials are combined in a corrosive electrolyte. This is mostly found in marine environments. When dissimilar materials or metals combine, they create a positive and negative end of an electric circuit. One of the metals becomes the anode and corrodes [...]
Fasteners and Their Different Uses
In our previous blog, we took a look at the many different types of fasteners in existence out there and the way in which they are generally categorized. In this blog, we take things a step further and examine the different uses of such fasteners within the various different industries, including [...]
The Different Types of Fasteners
There is a vast array of different types of fasteners out there, most of which have many different uses within a variety of different industries, too. Below, we take a look at the most common types of fasteners and how to properly identify them. Fasteners are, in essence, hardware devices that [...]
How to Take Jammed Galvanized Screws Out of Marine Equipment
Every handyman’s worst nightmare is a screw that just won’t budge. Whether it is stripped, glued, warped or jammed, a stuck screw is a surefire way to ruin a day. At Marsh Fasteners, we understand the frustration behind trying to get out some old marine fasteners, so we have created this [...]
Fasteners for Mounting Solar Panels
In this age of ‘going green’ and sustainable energy, you’ve likely looked into mounting solar panels on your roof or somewhere on your property. The benefits to mounting solar panels are numerous, among them being less reliant on the national grid, a smaller electricity bill, and a smaller carbon footprint. However, [...]
