Industrial Fallout Protection
After whip abrasive blasting Application of Epo-chem system to internals Basalt Fibre application on internals OVERVIEW: A steel production plant contracted Chemcote to reinforce a failing 25 year old corrugated pipe located in a settling pond. INDUSTRY Power Generation and Transmission ENVIRONMENT Storm water with coke fines fall out from coke basin SUBSTRATE […]
Fast Curing Abrasion Protection
Condition of surface before mechanical preparation RB 364 applied to spot abrasive blasted surfaces Pugmill externals Coating with InD Cote OVERVIEW: Chemcote’s specialist team mobilised to site to deliver a multiple layer protective coating system that would return the asset to working condition within 24 hours. Abrasion resistant coatings were applied to the pugmill […]
Split Case Salt Water Pump Refurbishment
Apply protection to all machined surfaces Application of 1st coat RB 364 Apply Ceram-Chem RP500 Ready to return to service for another 15+ years of life OVERVIEW: Pump has been in service for 15 + years providing the customer with peace of mind, and uninterrupted service, localised spot repairs were required due to mechanical […]
Composite Pipe Repair
Flange is barely attached Repairs commence Repairs using composite weave mat Coating complete OVERVIEW: A power station client required corrosion protection for a 30-plus year-old mild steel pipe, which discharges 60oC seawater from a condenser at high velocity. Following an assessment of the damaged steel pipe, Chemcote carried out composite repair and corrosion protection […]
Refurbishment of Basket Strainer
After fabrication repairs After abrasive blasting, pitting visible Finished 300 Series Vinyl Ester Internals nearing completion OVERVIEW: Customer required long term corrosion protection for significantly damaged 25 year old asset. A quick turn-around was required to meet project milestone targets and was achieved with minimal disruption to rolling mill operations. Chemcote ensure all QA […]
Duo Chek Valve
Masking and ready for abrasive blasting Application of multiple coats of RB364 internally Holiday testing to ensure coating continuity Coating complete OVERVIEW: Chemcote was engaged to provide long term anti corrosion protection to a power generation customer’s sea water valves INDUSTRY Power Generation ENVIRONMENT Ambient sea water at high velocity SUBSTRATE Mild steel […]
Pipe External Corrosion Protection
Existing corrosion, mech prep after UHPWB Application of spot primer Mid coat applied to affected areas After application of topcoat OVERVIEW: Chemcote was engaged to provide long term protection to assets in a highly aggressive environment. Salt water mains supplying a condenser were externally corroded, and the requirement was for urgent repairs with minimal […]
22 year old pipes coated with glass flake vinyl ester
Internal lining in excellent condition Abrasive blast externals Recoating of externals Recoating of externals in basement OVERVIEW: The pipes were originally coated internally using a glass flake filled vinyl ester more than 22 years ago. Periodic inspection found the internal lining to be in excellent condition, however the externals were regularly exposed to industrial […]
Premature Failure of 316L Stainless Steel Pipes
Severe pitting after 2 months in service After abrasive blasting Damaged internals rebuilt and coated Externally applied caution OVERVIEW: New 316L pipe failed after just two months in operation, causing a total plant shut down. Quick response by Chemcote restored production without having to fabricate new pipes. INDUSTRY Power Generation ENVIRONMENT Ambient temperature seawater […]
Corrosion protection ensures a long life for a new 98% Sulphuric Acid Bund
Newly constructed bund Primer application Application of final coat Job completed OVERVIEW: Chemcote was contracted to apply acid protection to a newly constructed delivery and storage tank bund. We developed a comprehensive acid-resistant and anti-slip solution that provides the owner long-term peace of mind and ensures this asset will be protected for years to […]
