Pulse IoT
Engineering Team
Corrosion is a silent but costly threat to critical infrastructure. Bridges, pipelines, and storage tanks all face gradual deterioration from environmental exposure, and when this damage goes undetected, it can lead to catastrophic failures.
Traditional maintenance relies on periodic, manual inspections that only provide a snapshot in time. This approach often misses early warning signs and leaves asset owners vulnerable to unexpected failures, emergency repairs, and unplanned downtime.
The Cost of Corrosion and Why It Matters
Corrosion-related failures are expensive, disruptive, and dangerous. For example, a 300-meter bridge in a chloride-heavy environment may require major rehabilitation every 20–30 years, costing 10–30% of the original construction value. On a $10 million bridge, that translates to $1–$3 million per rehabilitation cycle.
When corrosion is discovered too late, the consequences extend beyond direct repair costs:
- Traffic disruptions and detours
- Increased labor and equipment expenses