BELZONA® 5811: EXCEEDING WHERE OTHERS FAIL

KHIA ID: 240
Industry: Power (POWR)
Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)
Substrate: Carbon steel
Customer Location: Gas-fired power plant in Midwest, U.S.A.
Application Date: March 2000
Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem: Previous coatings had failed in a very short time. Loss of imitator coating and severe corrosion were causing the blockage of tubes, thus reducing efficiency of unit.
Photograph Descriptions
  1. Corroded water box
  2. Another view of the corrosion
  3. Belzona® 5811 was brush applied in a two coat process - black over tan
  4. Completed application of Belzona® 5811
Application Situation
G.E. Condenser (Generator) Water Box
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet HEX-3.
Belzona Facts
After one year of service, only minor touch-ups were required. The power plant superintendent is a very happy customer and the job has led to other applications.
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