BELZONA PROTECTS CONCRETE IN BIODIESEL PLANT

KHIA ID: 1234
Industry: Chemical & Petrochemical (PETR)
Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)
Substrate: concrete
Customer Location: Biodiesel Manufacturer, Memphis, TN
Application Date: 2008
Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem: Biodiesel attacked the concrete substrate causing erosion leading to unsafe walking conditions.
Photograph Descriptions
  1. Concrete pad before repair
  2. Pad during repair
  3. Completed project
Application Situation
Concrete surfaces around biodiesel pumps and tanks
Application Method
Application was carried out in accordance with  Belzona Know-How System Leaflet TCC-15. Surface was prepared with 20,000 psi pressure washer which removes deteriorated concrete and removes contamination sat the same time. This repair was done over a 2 day period. Aggregate was applied into the Belzona® 5811 to create a non-slip walking surface.
Belzona Facts
The Belzona system was applied with minimal downtime and provides both protection from further concrete deterioration whilst providing a safe walking surface.
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