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  1. crystalmountain

    Where IS Engineering Going?

    Our company’s corporate engineering manager is a non-engineer with “zero” engineering knowledge. Things, such as standardization and engineering-related issues, were often not done or got stuck in him because he didn’t know what to do. Then the real engineers underneath him had to step in to...
  2. crystalmountain

    Where IS Engineering Going?

    * Welcome to the incompetence world of engineering. Where Is Engineering Going? I think engineering has gone down to a pit and is heading deeper into it. If you take a look at any medium- and large-size engineering company, whether it is a manufacturer or consulting firm, chances are you will...
  3. crystalmountain

    How do I fix a potential galvanic corrosion problem?

    Since the connections are inside the soffit, they are probably in a dry environment. However, I am not sure what moisture in the air or even fog will do to them.
  4. crystalmountain

    How do I fix a potential galvanic corrosion problem?

    Cory, thanks for your reply. The existing steel was spray-painted with primer, one coat only. I don't think that is a reliable separation between the aluminum and the steel. It is not quite practical to use spacer between the steel plate and the aluminum monorail because the monorail is...
  5. crystalmountain

    How do I fix a potential galvanic corrosion problem?

    I have a situation where an aluminum monorail is bolted to steel plates that are welded to steel pipe hangers. The steel supports and top half of the monorail are hidden in the soffit. The steel supports (plates and pipe hangers) are primed. I am concerned about potential galvanic corrosion...
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