The primary function of the Corrosion Committee is to represent the Institute's interests in this important matter. We have found increasingly that liaison with external bodies with similar interests is vital to the promulgation of our remit. Hence, we have strong links with a number of UK, EU and International bodies including the Institute of Corrosion, European Federation of Corrosion and NACE International, and seek to operate collaboratively with them at all times.

IVE: The Vitreous Enamellers Society is the UK-based technical institute for excellence in vitreous enamelling. Formerly The Institute of Vitreous Enamellers (IVE), this modern, dynamic, experienced organisation aims to advance enamelling technology, science and best practice and to offer help with training, advice and information to industry, specifiers and to the general public. From November 2010 the activities and membership of the IVE have been embraced by The Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (IOM3).

Coatings and surface treatments play a pivotal role in all sectors of manufacturing industry. The Coatings & Surface Treatments Committee is part of the Surface Engineering Division and focuses its activities on the science and processing of surfaces to improve their functionality in a wide range of applications from aerospace to white goods.