Monitoring Technologies

Process industries employ a variety of technologies to assess the progress of corrosion, including coupons, intrusive probes utilizing Linear Polarization Resistance (LPR) or Electrical Resistance (ER) technology, and non-intrusive Ultrasonic Thickness Monitoring (UT), among others. The following chapter provides a brief overview of these key corrosion monitoring technologies used in both the upstream and downstream segments of the petroleum industry. It focuses on the practical aspects of industrial applications, highlighting potential issues and operational challenges, along with various tips and tricks to help engineers and operators effectively utilize corrosion monitoring technologies.