BASF Plate Bond on Hopper

KHIA ID: 9707
Industry: Chemical & Petrochemical (PETR)
Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)
Substrate: Carbon steel
Customer Location: Sparta TN
Application Date: July 2024
Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Problem: Hopper had developed a worn area as was losing product.

Surface preparation in the plate

Surface preparation in the equipment

Application of Belzona 1111 on the plate

Plate bonding completed

Application Situation
Customer chose repairing over replacing the hopper.
Application Method
Plate was cut to size and roughened, and hopper was also prepared using hand tools. Belzona 1111 was applied to both surfaces.
Belzona Facts
If not repaired hopper would have to be replaces at some point.