Exchange of experience: You will learn the best practices and latest technologies used by industry leaders from different countries
Networking: You will meet professionals from around the world and make valuable contacts
Learn how to finance your R&D endeavours and seek for partners
WHO IS THIS CONFERENCE FOR?
Engineers and technicians involved in structural preservation and protection
Specialists in corrosion and corrosion protection
Inspectors of corrosion protection
Representatives of companies producing paints, varnishes and equipment for anti-corrosion work
Those responsible for maintaining road, industrial and marine infrastructure
Scientists cooperating with industry
EXHIBITION
At PractiCORR 2025, you will have the opportunity to learn about the latest products and services presented by leading industry exhibitors.
This is a great opportunity to see the newest technologies, talk directly with manufacturers and suppliers, and find solutions that can improve your work.
CONFERENCE SESSIONS:
Corrosion Problems in Practice:
Real life cases: how to deal with corrosion in various industries
Corrosion diagnostics: effective methods for identifying and assessing corrosion hazards
Effective repair techniques: proven ways to combat the effects of corrosion
Surface Preparation:
Methods of surface preparation: various mechanical and chemical techniques
Assessing the quality of preparation: what to pay attention to before applying coatings
Case studies: examples from practice of how proper substrate preparation affected the durability of coatings
Coatings:
Choosing the right coating systems: criteria for selecting paints and coatings depending on the environment and type of construction
Coatings application: practical tips for substrate preparation and protective paint application
Operational problems: typical failures and how to prevent them
Anti-corrosion Equipment:
Presentation of modern tools and equipment for corrosion diagnostics and coating application
Practical demonstrations: demonstrations of equipment in action, led by experts
Technological innovations: the latest developments in corrosion protection and coating application equipment
Bussiness & Science + Speed-Dating:
Cooperation between industry and research institutions: how scientific innovations translate into practical applications.
Case studies: successes in implementing new technologies in real projects
The future of anti-corrosion technologies: development directions and potential implementations
How to successfully apply for structural funds for R&D programs: tips and tricks, case studies, meeting with financing institutions and financial integrators
How to implement scientific discoveries into practice (industry)?
Inspector's session
The role of the anti-corrosion coatings inspector:
Competencies and certifications (e.g. FROSIO, NACE/AMPP).
Modern technologies in coating inspection:
The use of drones and ultrasonic devices in coating testing.
Common problems in inspection practice:
Application errors and their identification during inspection.
Ethics in the inspector's work:
Conflicts of interest and pressure from contractors.
Discussion panel:
Exchange of experiences between inspectors, contractors and ordering parties.
How to raise the standards of inspection and cooperation in the industry?
Infrastructure Session (urban, road and railway, energy sector, offshore structures)
Challenges of corrosion in critical infrastructure
Anti-corrosion protection systems for bridges and road structures
Protection of railway and energy infrastructure
Modern technologies in the protection of critical infrastructure
Case studies: Successes and challenges in project implementation
Panel discussion: How to improve the protection of critical infrastructure?
Oil&gas
Corrosion challenges in the petrochemical industry
Anti-corrosion protection technologies in extreme environments\
Technology transfer to other industrial sectors
Case studies: Successes and challenges in project implementation
Discussion panel: Industry cooperation in the fight against corrosion? (Exchange of experiences between representatives of the petrochemical, energy, construction and transport industries. How can the quality of design, application, and maintenance of anti-corrosion protection be improved?)
Fire-Protection Coatings Session
Innovations in fire protection technologies
Repair and renovation of fire protection systems – when and how?
Case studies and best practices
Discussion panel:
Cooperation between designers, contractors and inspectors to ensure the effectiveness of fire protection. The future of fire protection technologies in a changing regulatory and climate environment.
