Belzona: Stops Leaks in Cooling Towers

KHIA ID: 528
Industry: Power (POWR)
Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)
Substrate: Concrete
Customer Location: Power Plant in South Texas
Application Date: March 2005
Products:

Belzona® 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Belzona® 2221 (MP Fluid Elastomer)

Problem: Leaking water was causing economic concerns. The old joint sealants had worn down and ground movement caused leaks in the concrete floor and walls.
Photograph Descriptions
  1. Cooling tower
  2. Expansion joints being prepared
  3. Belzona® 2221 being poured into backed joints
  4. Finished joint holds back rainwater
Application Situation
Cooling tower basin
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet HEX-13b.
Belzona Facts
Belzona's elongation and superior adhesion characteristics were demonstrated using bricks. Client selected Belzona based on product capabilities, Belzona Know-How and excellent local service. Alternative considered was a spray on urethane system that did not have the desired elongation.
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