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 […]
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 […]
Centrifugal Pump Corrosion Protection
Before Coating Application Strip & Assess Kevlar Application anti swirl vane Applying the 1st Coating Completed Internal Coating application OVERVIEW: Chemcote provided a long-lasting solution to protect and restore a centrifugal pump that had suffered from heavy wear and corrosion. The project included strengthening the anti-swirl veins and applying specialised coatings to improve durability and […]
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 […]
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 […]