BELZONA ELECTRICAL CONDUITS MADE SAFE

KHIA ID: 68
Industry: Power (POWR)
Application: GSS-Gaskets, Seals and Shims (GSS)
Substrate: Galvanized metal and concrete
Customer Location: Coal Fired Power Plant in North Texas
Application Date: Ongoing since August, 1995
Products:

Belzona® 2111 (D&A Hi-Build)

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz) or Belzona® 4131 (Magma Screed)

Belzona® 3921 (GSC Conditioner) or Belzona® 6111 (Liquid Anode)

Problem: Sulfur in lignite (coal) combines with water (moisture) to form a weak sulfuric acid that corrodes the conduit.
Photograph Descriptions
  1. Big bank of electrical conduit sealed with Belzona® 2111.  
  2. Another electrical conduit top dressed with Belzona® 4131.  
  3. Close-up view of conduit, also coated with Belzona® 3921 for corrosion protection.
Application Situation
Electrical conduit in demineralization, scrubber, pulverizer and crusher areas
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with a modified version of Belzona Know-How Leaflet GSS-4.
Belzona Facts
If the conduit corrodes, the high voltage electrical cables (4000-6000 volts) inside pose a severe safety issue during cleaning. The Belzona application saved hundreds of thousands of dollars as the alternative to this repair is to run new electrical cables.
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