Belzona Protects River Back-Flow Valves

KHIA ID: 7563

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)
Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)
Substrate: Iron

Customer Location: Water management company, Slovakia
Application Date: 2011

Products:
Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 2211 (MP Fluid Elastomer)

Problem: The valves suffered from erosion and corrosion through continued use. The valve was so badly damaged that it leaked even when shut.

Photograph Descriptions

1. Leaking back-flow valve before reconstruction.

2. Valve after blasting.

3. Shut off flap coated with Belzona 5811 and Belzona 2211.

4. Valve back in operation.

Application Situation

River backflow valves at a water treatment plant.

Application Method

Application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet VPF - 1.

Belzona Facts

A Belzona repair avoiding costly repairs or replacement. This repair got the valve back in operation faster than traditional methods and with minimal disruption to the plant operation.

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