Graham Gedge
About Graham Gedge
Graham Gedge is the Global Skills Leader in Materials, specializing in corrosion control and durability, with extensive experience in developing standards and methodologies for assessing corrosion risks.
Global Skills Leader - Materials
Graham Gedge holds the title of Global Skills Leader - Materials in Solihull, United Kingdom. In this role since 2010, he oversees materials-related initiatives and strategies. His responsibilities include leading efforts in corrosion control, materials selection, and providing expert opinion and witness services. He has overseen significant revisions and advancements in the field, particularly in standardizing practices related to stainless steel under the EC3 framework.
Materials Engineer Since 1987
Since 1987, Graham Gedge has been working as a Materials Engineer. His long-standing experience spans over three decades, during which he has developed expertise in corrosion prevention, material durability, and weathering steels. His work includes innovating and researching new methodologies for assessing and mitigating corrosion risks in various infrastructure environments.
Cranfield University Education
Graham Gedge completed his studies at Cranfield University between 1984 and 1986, specializing in corrosion protection and offshore engineering. This education laid the foundational knowledge for his subsequent career in materials engineering and corrosion control, equipping him with the technical expertise necessary for his roles in both academic and professional settings.
UMIST Chemistry Degree
Graham Gedge earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemistry from UMIST from 1979 to 1982. This degree provided him with a solid grounding in the chemical principles underlying materials science and corrosion processes. His academic background in chemistry has been pivotal in his career, enabling him to approach materials engineering with a robust scientific basis.
Corrosion Control and Standards Development
Graham Gedge has contributed significantly to the field of corrosion control and standards development. He led a major revision of the EC3 part for stainless steel standards published in 2015 and developed a new normative Annex for the EC3 standard, facilitating the selection of alloys for different exposure environments. His research confirmed that corrosion risks in enclosed environments are often overstated, influencing current assessment methodologies.
ISO 9223 and Methodology Development
Graham Gedge focuses on assessing corrosion risks according to ISO 9223 for infrastructure projects. He has played a key role in developing methodologies to use the dose-response method in ISO 9223 for assessing corrosion risk without the need for 12-month monitoring. This innovative approach is currently being deployed on infrastructure projects across the UK, US, and Europe, marking a significant advancement in corrosion risk management.