rezincing
Rezincing is a term used in discussions of corrosion control to denote the restoration of zinc-based protective coatings on galvanized steel or other zinc-containing substrates. The word is a neologism and has no formal definition in major standards; its meaning can vary by industry. In general, rezincing refers to methods intended to reintroduce zinc to a surface where the original galvanic coating has been damaged, worn, or compromised, in order to restore barrier protection and sacrificial corrosion resistance.
Common approaches described under rezincing include mechanical cleaning or abrasion to remove rust and contaminants, followed
Critiques of rezincing emphasize the need for durability tests, compatibility with existing coatings, and the risk