Polly Woodside Monitoring
AMAC and Australasian Corrosion Consultants have commenced monitoring of the Cathodic Protection System for the Polly Woodside in Melbourne. The monitoring involves regular potential measurements, and making any adjustments/changes that are required to ensure the Polly stays Cathodically Protected.
The pump house that operates the dry dock that Polly Woodside sits in is in the process of being Cathodically Protected by AMAC and ACC. This will ensure that once the Polly is re-opened, the dry dock should operate and allow some much needed work to be done on the Polly's hull.
The Polly Woodside is a part of the National Trust's Melbourne Maritime Museum. The Museum - temporarily closed until late 2008 - is being transformed as part of the development of Australia's largest, most comprehensive convention centre and exhibition precinct.
The $1 billion precinct development includes an investment in public spaces and a partnership with the National Trust for a revitalised Maritime Museum.
The development will also provide a fitting home for one of the world’s most important historic vessels.
The 1885 tall ship, Polly Woodside, will remain at the site for external viewing during this time. So when you are next in the Southbank area, make sure you take a moment to marvel at a true Cape Horner.
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 Bill explaining how the transformer rectifier works |
 Ben inspecting transformer rectifier |
 17/01/08-Construction of Melbourne Convention Centre |
Polly Woodside Today - Cathodically Protected!
For more information on the Polly Woodside, please visit the Melbourne Maritime Museum's Polly Woodside Page here
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