Bonding Foam Containment Dam With Belzona

Industry:

Petrochemical (PETR)

Application:

Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)

Customer Location:

International Petroleum Company in Australia

Application Date:

2002

Application Situation:

Need to install dam to contain fire fighting foam on top of existing fuel storage tank.

Problem:

Welding was not an option. A cold bonding system was, therefore, required.

Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Substrate:

Steel

Application Method:

Surface was prepared using a vacuum recovery grit blast unit containing non-sparking aggregate. Angle iron supports for the foam dam were then bonded into place ensuring both surfaces were wetted out with the Belzona® 1111.

Belzona Facts:

Safety of tank upgraded using system free from flames or sparks. Belzona® 1111 provides strong, stable bond to support the foam dam.

Photographs Description

1. General view of the tank
2. Belzona® 1111 being applied
3. Foam dam secured in place