DAMAGED LOADING BAY STAYS STRONG WITH BELZONA

KHIA ID: 8495
Industry: Commercial Facilities (COMM)
Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)
Substrate: Concrete
Customer Location: Industrial gas supplier, UK
Application Date: March 2012
Products:

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)


Problem: The surface of the concrete ramp had become damaged due to impact from the gas cylinders when being loaded and unloaded, even though they are dropped onto a rubber mat. The uneven surface was making it increasingly difficult for the tall narrow cylinders to stand up safely.
Photograph Descriptions

1. 8.5m x 5m concrete loading area damaged by impact

2. Extent of the damage

3. Repaired with 6mm of Belzona 4131

4. Application revisited in 2021 after 9 years in service

Application Situation
Concrete loading area for gas cylinders.
Application Method
The application was completed in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet FPA-1. The concrete ramp was pressure washed to remove surface contamination before the Belzona 4131 system was applied to the ramp.
Belzona Facts
This is a common problem on many gas distribution sites across the UK. Belzona was selected firstly for its ability to protect against impact and abrasion. Secondly for being impermeable and resistant to frost damage. After nine years of constant loading and unloading of gas cylinders the loading bay has been revisited in May 2021 and was found to be in excellent condition. The client is very impressed with the Belzona solution provided and has since implemented a variety other successful Belzona applications across their UK sites.