BELZONA RESTORATION OF HISTORIC FEDERAL BUILDING

KHIA ID: 796
Industry: General Industry (GIND)
Application: RPA-Roof Problem Areas (RPA)
Substrate: Copper
Customer Location: Pensacola, Florida
Application Date: September 2006
Products:

Belzona® 3111 (Flexible Membrane) fully reinforced system


Problem: The copper gutters had to be maintained watertight without replacement.
Photograph Descriptions
  1. Belzona® 3111 being applied
  2. Belzona initially applied to gutter seams
  3. View of the finished gutter system coated with Belzona® 3111
  4. Another view of the finished gutter system coated with Belzona® 3111
Application Situation
Copper gutters of historic site. Gutter system is part of the original structure and it is not permitted by the Federal Government to change materials.
Application Method
Application was carried out in accordance with Belzona System RPA-6. Power wire brushing and degreasing was carried out prior to application.
Belzona Facts
There was no way to replace the copper gutter system as dictated by the Federal Government. Alternatives such as silicone sealants would not provide required longevity. Belzona® 3111 was chosen due to the ability to coat the copper gutter system and maintain its functionality without removal. It maintained appearance to the satisfaction of the engineers.