Notice catalographique « CCI learning resource : care of metals in collections = Ressource d'apprentissage de l'ICC : le soin des métaux dans les collections »

Understanding flash rusting = Comprendre la formation instantanée de rouille
Understanding galvanic corrosion = Comprendre la corrosion galvanique
Understanding how silver objects tarnish = Comprendre comment ternissent les objets en argent

• Metals are ubiquitous in museums. They can be found in historic, decorative arts, numismatic, military, religious, municipal, outdoor art, archaeological, agricultural, industrial, and science and technology collections. This workshop focuses on the nine metals most commonly found in collections: aluminum, copper, gold, iron, lead, nickel, silver, tin and zinc. General information on metals and corrosion is presented on the first day, with examples relevant to the nine common metals. Included is information about the properties of metals and how to identify them, as well as a discussion of common corrosion products and environments that cause corrosion. The second day deals with two topics chosen by the client. Suggested topics are listed below and must be selected when the workshop is requested.
• Learning objectives:
• Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
• - identify a wide variety of metals
• - identify corrosion problems associated with metals
• - understand the damaging effects of environmental conditions and inappropriate cleaning methods
• - design appropriate storage or display environments
• - provide basic care for common metals

• French = Français
• English = Anglais

• Metals - Conservation and restoration
• Metals - Corrosion fatigue
• Metals - Identification
• Metal cleaning
• Métaux - Conservation et restauration
• Métaux - Fatigue sous corrosion
• Métaux - Identification
• Métaux - Nettoyage