Impressed Current Anti-Fouling (ICAF) & Corrosion Protection System
Deliver clean, reliable seawater flow with impressed current anti-fouling and corrosion control—engineered for vessels, offshore platforms, and industrial seawater systems.
CMP SAFE SEAGUARD MATIC
The CMP SAFE SEAGUARD MATIC system uses an impressed current anode network and a centralized control panel to deliver reliable protection against marine growth and internal corrosion in seawater systems.
How It Works
The system combines two key protective mechanisms:
- Marine Growth (MG) Protection: Copper anodes release a controlled dose of copper ions through electrolysis. Carried by seawater flow, these ions inhibit the settlement of marine organisms—such as barnacles and mussels—on pipe surfaces and seawater intakes.
- Corrosion Protection: An aluminium corrosion trap (TC anode) releases aluminium hydroxide, which helps flocculate (bind and neutralize) copper ions, optimizing their distribution and enhancing system performance. The aluminium component also protects against corrosion within the pipework.
- An optional iron anode can be added to further improve efficiency, depending on the composition of the piping system.
System Components
- Impressed Current Anodes: Copper (MG), aluminium (TC), and optionally iron.
- Control Panel: Sets anode amperage for optimal ion dosage and exposure time. Monitors anode status and alerts when replacement is due.
Benefits
- Prevents biofouling and macro-fouling within seawater systems.
- Reduces the risk of blockages and flow restrictions.
- Minimizes internal corrosion of pipes and related components.
- Extends maintenance intervals and improves overall system performance.
Maintenance
The anodes gradually deplete through regular operation and must be replaced every few years—typically during scheduled dry-docking periods.
Important: To ensure effective protection, the seawater flow must be managed to prevent untreated water from bypassing the anodes.sing the anodes.