Stern Tube Life Extension During Half-life Refit
Patrol boat in slipway for refit Protection against abrasive blasting damage Application of RB364 Tube internal lining complete Overview: The half-life refit of critical components on ocean going vessels ensures fail safe operations while the pacific class patrol boats are guarding our shores. The appointed Quality Assurance team were pleased with the results considering the […]
Air Receiver Restoration for Long-Term Durability
Pitting corrosion near shaft landing After first abrasive blasting After 2nd Abrasive blast holes were found requiring composite reinforcement Filling void in difficult to reach area preventing air & moisture ingress Final coating system and ready for return to site OVERVIEW: Chemcote was tasked with restoring a 40-year-old air receiver in a C4 environment. Its […]
High Performing Replacement for 316L SS
On inspection flange corrosion Deep pitting on forged section Application of 1st coat Ready to be put into service for 25+ years of life OVERVIEW: When this asset owner is looking at expanding their network of saltwater distribution services there is only one supplier, they trust to provide long term anti corrosion services. Chemcote can […]
Power Station Debris Filter Lining Repair
Damage to existing rubber lining Internal void to be filled in around the circumference of the screen Close up of repair area for the full circumference Finished flange face rebuilt to suit existing rubber lining OVERVIEW: The debris filter has been in service over 15 years, the rubber lining was showing signs of aging and […]
Abrasion Protection to Pipe Externals
Pipe OD 1.7m illustrating a hole Application of RB 332CS Application of basalt fibre over Completed OVERVIEW: Faced with severe wear from coke breeze and past coating failures, a leading mineral processing plant turned to Chemcote to restore and protect a 1.7 m OD steel duct. Operating under temperatures up to 110°C and heavy particulate exposure, […]
Basket Strainer Corrosion Protection
After rubber removal After abrasive blast illustrating metal loss Masking tape on flange to prevent coating Finishing touches with protective rubber on basket landing area Overview: This project aimed to restore and protect a critical component in the power generation sector. The strainer, constructed with a mild steel body and a stainless steel perforated basket, […]
Deliver Efficiency through Protective Coatings
Energy loss, efficiency drops, and wear from corrosion or erosion can cost thousands in electricity anddowntime. Chemcote Specialty Coatings provides high-performance ceramic and glassflake solutionsthat restore lost performance and extend the life of your critical assets. IMPROVE PUMP EFFICIENCY OVERVIEW: After many years of utilising other ceramic systems, a power generation company was searching for […]
Valve Paddles Anti-Corrosion Repairs
Paddle Before Coating After Blasting and First Coat Casting to fine tolerance after reassembly on site Coating complete Overview: Chemcote successfully restored steel outlet and inlet turbine paddle components for a steel manufacturing client operating in a harsh environment with wet blast furnace gas up to 65°C. The project included surface preparation, spot repairs using […]
Beach Front House Corrosion Protection
Scaffold Installation Corrosion condition on Arrival During Application Steel awaiting Topcoat Beach house inspection after 2 Years Overview: Beach front house homeowner was looking for a long-term corrosion protection coating solution to ensure the maximum life and longest period to first maintenance. Steel awaiting Topcoat INDUSTRY Marine ENVIRONMENT Beautiful but highly aggressive coastal environment. SUBSTRATE […]
Volutes Corrosion Repair
Corrosion condition before surface preparation Primer application Complex wet areas mid coat application Final Coat applied Overview: Defence subcontractor looking after scheduled maintenance on board navy vessels in NSW. Upon inspection it was found cavitation damage requiring corrosion protection coating and repairs to their internal volutes and 250mm stators. These pumps required repairs to cavitation […]