BELZONA® 5811: EXCEEDING WHERE OTHERS FAIL
Industry: Power (POWR)
Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)
Substrate: Carbon steel
Customer Location: Gas-fired power plant in Midwest, U.S.A.
Application Date: March 2000
Products:
Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)
Problem: Previous coatings had failed in a very short time. Loss of imitator coating and severe corrosion were causing the blockage of tubes, thus reducing efficiency of unit.
Photograph Descriptions
- Corroded water box
- Another view of the corrosion
- Belzona® 5811 was brush applied in a two coat process - black over tan
- Completed application of Belzona® 5811
Application Situation
G.E. Condenser (Generator) Water Box
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet HEX-3.
Belzona Facts
After one year of service, only minor touch-ups were required. The power plant superintendent is a very happy customer and the job has led to other applications.