BELZONA PROTECTS VALVE SEAL AREA
Industry: Power (POWR)
Application: GSS-Gaskets, Seals and Shims (GSS)
Substrate: Steel
Customer Location: Hydropower Plant, Honduras
Application Date: December 2004
Products:
Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)
Belzona 9111 (Cleaner/Degreaser)
Problem: Valve with erosion problems in the perimeter of the seal joint. In certain areas there were small holes but in other areas there were deeper holes.
Photograph Descriptions
- Valve with cavitation problems
- Surface preparation
- Application of Belzona 1321
- Completed application
Application Situation
Valve Seal in the turbine.
Application Method
The surface was prepared with emery paper and later cleaned with Belzona 9111. The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet GSS-1. The application formed a protective barrier against water damage.
Belzona Facts
The application was simple and little product was used. This has resulted in significant cost savings and the customer was very satisfied with the solution.
