BELZONA HAS SMASHING SUCCESS WITH THIS BULLDOZER REPAIR
Industry: General Industry (GIND)
Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)
Substrate: Chromed Steel
Customer Location: Construction company in Florida USA
Application Date: 1992
Products:
Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)
Problem: During operation, the ram contacted a high voltage line, blowing out a section of the original chrome and steel.The damage was significant enough that the cylinder was no longer able to contain the hydraulic pressure.
Photograph Descriptions
- Damage to hydraulic ram cylinder
- Surface preparation with side grinder
- Application of Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)
- Finished application after dressing down the repair
Application Situation
Hydraulic ram cylinder for a bulldozer.
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet MPT-3.
Belzona Facts
The replacement cylinder cost in excess of $800 in 1992 and following this successful repair, the construction company became a regular, satisfied customer.