BELZONA PROTECTS CONCRETE IN BIODIESEL PLANT
Industry: Chemical & Petrochemical (PETR)
Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)
Substrate: concrete
Customer Location: Biodiesel Manufacturer, Memphis, TN
Application Date: 2008
Products:
Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)
Problem: Biodiesel attacked the concrete substrate causing erosion leading to unsafe walking conditions.
Photograph Descriptions
- Concrete pad before repair
- Pad during repair
- Completed project
Application Situation
Concrete surfaces around biodiesel pumps and tanks
Application Method
Application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet TCC-15. Surface was prepared with 20,000 psi pressure washer which removes deteriorated concrete and removes contamination sat the same time. This repair was done over a 2 day period. Aggregate was applied into the Belzona® 5811 to create a non-slip walking surface.
Belzona Facts
The Belzona system was applied with minimal downtime and provides both protection from further concrete deterioration whilst providing a safe walking surface.
