ZERUST® VC2-1 Vapor Capsule protecting fishing rods and reels in rod locker

How ZERUST® Products Prevent Rust in Everyday Life

Typically, when most people think of ZERUST® products, they picture them in use on factory floors, in shipping crates, or in industrial applications. And while ZERUST® has certainly made its mark protecting large-scale metal assets around the globe, its products are equally at home in everyday life. From your garage to your gun safe, your
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How ZERUST® Helps in Reducing Carbon Emissions

Sustainable VCI Solutions: A Step Toward Reducing Carbon Emissions Reducing carbon emissions is a global priority. Businesses are seeking innovative solutions to minimize their environmental impact. ZERUST®, a division of Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC), is leading the way with sustainable Vapor Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) technologies. These solutions extend the life of metal components, reduce
ZeCycle infographic showing the recycling process from collection to new VCI packaging.

Introducing ZeCycle: A Sustainable Closed-Loop VCI Recycling Program from ZERUST® & RecycleMax®

Posted on March 4, 2025
As industries worldwide strive for sustainable manufacturing and waste reduction, companies are actively seeking circular economy solutions to minimize their environmental footprint. ZERUST®, in partnership with RecycleMax®, is excited to launch ZeCycle—a revolutionary closed-loop recycling program that transforms used ZERUST® VCI packaging into new post-consumer recycled (PCR) VCI films. Beyond Recycling: The Second Life of
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