PROPATECH VCI PAPER
Anti-corrosive paper coupled with polynet
Reinforced protection for heavy loads: anti-corrosive paper with net and film for sharp-edged and irregular manufactured goods.
The anti-corrosive paper PROPATECH VCI PAPER coupled with polynet represents the most robust solution for the protection of heavy metal manufactured goods with irregular shapes. This innovative composite material combines three fundamental elements: packaging paper impregnated with VCI molecules for anti-corrosive protection, reinforcement net for mechanical resistance and polyethylene film for waterproofing. This triple combination creates a complete protective system that unites anti-corrosive efficacy, structural robustness and barrier against atmospheric agents. Besides polyethylene, PROPATECH VCI paper can also be coupled with other materials such as aluminum, fabric or plastic nets. This way it is possible to create ad hoc materials for specific usage and protection needs, with different and complementary characteristics.
The main advantage of this product is the ability to handle difficult loads where traditional paper would be inadequate. The reinforcement net completely prevents tears caused by sharp edges, rough surfaces or mechanical stress during handling, while maintaining intact the VCI protective action. It is the ideal solution for directly wrapping large-sized pieces, lining containers of different materials (cardboard, wood, metal, plastic) and for all those applications where maximum resistance combined with total anti-corrosive protection is needed. The result is a safe packaging that offers product integrity and zero risks of damage during transport and storage.
Problems solved by this product
Anticorrosive VCI products used in the packaging are not dangerous for the health of people because VCI is a physiologically inactive substance. Any problem of eye or skin irritation have been found in people that directly worked with packagings treated with VCI. In any case, because VCI is a chimical substance, is suggested the use of gloves when in contact with the anticorrosive packaging. We also suggest to always ask for the safety data sheet to our customer care before using anticorrosive Propatech VCI products for your packagings.
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There are 2 types of VCI paper: double-faced paper, impregnated on both sides, or one-sided PE coated paper. This latter is active only on one side, while the other consists of a barrier film able to keep the VCI within the package.
VCI film is always active on one-side.
On both VCI paper and film the active side (to be oriented toward the metal) is easily distinguishable, as it is opposite to the printed side.
VCI is a volatile substance so, once the packaging is opened, it volatilize from metal in one or two hours and it will not leave resuduals.
Double-sided and poly-coated papers
VCI papers are the ideal solution for protecting and preventing rust on metals during shipping. The Turin-based company Propagroup offers two types of anticorrosive paper: Double-sided and poly-coated. The advantage of double-sided papers is that they have protective substances on both sides, and they are suitable to be used between two different layers of material. The poly-coated papers, instead, are manufactured by applying a layer of polyethylene, which prevents the loss of the protective substance. Lastly, Propagroup also offers pouches made of VCI paper, which allow fast packing for products with small dimensions.
Anticorrosion protection
To ensure proper protection of metal goods during the transportation phases, it is necessary for the packing to be made with suitable anticorrosion products. Propagroup is the leader in designing and developing antioxidant treatments able to effectively resolve the various problems of companies that transport and store metal goods, offering valid and safe anti-rust treatments in the Italian and international markets.
Antioxidant films, paper, and bags
Propagroup has launched on the market VCI anticorrosion packing items to guarantee adequate protection of metals. The most-used products are: paper; shrink films; bags; and covers for protecting metal automotive components such as engine blocks, transmissions, gearboxes, and brake discs, as well as steel coils, entire machines, and metal products in general.
Completely recyclable items
Continuous investments in research and development combined with the expertise and professionalism acquired over more than 40 years in the market have allowed us to expand our market not only in Italy and Europe, but all over the world. The packing we offer is ideal for solving any problem regarding corrosion, humidity, or condensate, and also includes many anti-impact products. We operate in full respect of the environment, and we develop completely recyclable products that are entirely compliant with all environmental laws, regulations, and standards applicable to companies.
VCI (Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) can be used for all products that need a corrosion protection inside the packaging such as steel coils, automotive spare parts, engines, complete machineries and all kind of metal parts.
Products for VCI (Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) protection are used, during shipments and storage, to preserve and protect metals against corrosion. Propagroup has figured out and developed products for VCI protection, helping companies to preserve goods quality for a long time. The anticorrosive VCI products guarantee quality perseverance of shipped and stored materials, no claims for oxidation, considerable saving and big customer satisfaction. Propagroup created Propatech VCI system that, thanks to the reduction or even elimination of use of oil and greases, guarantees that the product remains intact, clean and ready-to-use. Propatech VCI doesn't leave traces and it is not dangerous, this is very important for protection, preservation, safety and saving. Propagroup is leader to solve problems of corrosion, humidity and impacts of goods during transport. Propatech VCI product range for metal protection includes the following products:
Papers, double face and polythene anticorrosion products, in addition to rolls, sheets and bags;
Films, anticorrosion plastic materials like Propatech VCI film, Propaskin, Propasteel, Propastretch and Propabol;
Emitters and diffusers of VCI substances like Propatech VCI Noxy, foams, tablets and anticorrosive pill bags.
Corrosion is a chemical reaction between a metal and its environment which results in a gradual destruction of metal and degradation of its properties.
It is very important to wear protective gloves as skin acidity can start oxidation of metal.
Ferrous metals contain iron, for example steel, whilst non-ferrous metals do not contain iron, for example zinc, magnesium, and copper.
The chemical or electrochemical reaction between a material, usually a metal, and its environment that produces a deterioration of the material and its properties.
Diffusion is the volatile distribution of VCI molecules into the packaging.
PROPATECH VCI products for the protection against corrosion are free from nitrites.
Nitrites are made of a nitrogen atom and two oxygen atoms negatively charged and it can be found in some anticorrosive VCI products on the market. Its presence has to be allowed and declared from the producer.
A corrosion reaction in which the corroded metal forms an oxide; usually applied to reaction with a gas containing elemental oxygen, such as air.
Transformation from a solid to a gaseous state of VCI molecules starting from the protective material (paper, film, diffusers, foams, etc...).
VCI is a Volatil Corrosion Inhibitor that can sublimate, from a solid to a gas state, and form a thin invisible layer able to neutralize corrosive agents such as: water vapour, oxygen, saline atmosphere, sulphurous gases and the most common industrial environmental pollutants present in the air.
The Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor is a chemical substance that inhibits electrochemical oxidation of metals in reaction with an oxidant such as oxygen.
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