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 Epo-Chem™ RW 500, and applying Chem-tect™ RB 364 for corrosion resistance and mechanical durability. This comprehensive solution demonstrates Chemcote’s expertise in delivering high-performance protective coatings for industrial applications.
INDUSTRY
ENVIRONMENT
Wet blast furnace gas, up to 65°C
SUBSTRATE
Steel outlet and inlet turbine paddle components
CHALLENGE
Tight time frame to complete refurbishment after mechanical and machining work. Casting of sealing face on outer diameter to ensure tight tolerances are adhered to allowing a suitable seal is obtained.
SOLUTION
Apply 2 coats of Chem-tect™ RB 364 to internals of the pipework and casings. This glass flake filled epoxy has proven to be most suitable for applications where good corrosion resistance and excellent mechanical properties are required.
SCOPE
- Full treatment where required.
- Pressure wash, abrasive blast internals and externals
- Critical areas to operation were reinforced using Kevlar and basalt fibre in addition to ceramic filled glass flake filled vinyl ester.
OUTCOME
Chemcote has successfully reduced long term maintenance costs by carrying out intermittent inspections and documenting recommendations for coating systems used over the 14year service duty.
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