BELZONA REPAIRS RUBBER TRACK
Industry: General Industry (GIND)
Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)
Substrate: Rubber
Customer Location: Washington, USA
Application Date: 1993
Products:
Belzona 2111 (D & A Hi-Build Elastomer)
Problem: The exposed fabric will wick in water and rot, causing the track to weaken and require replacement.
Photograph Descriptions
- Caterpillar showing track
- Close up of the cut in the track
- Prepared and conditioned cut
- Completed application
Application Situation
The rubber track was cut open, exposing the fabric.
Application Method
The cut on the track was positioned so the cut was open. The rubber was roughened and Belzona 2111 was applied in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet SHM-15.
Belzona Facts
Protecting the fabric has extended the life of the track, saving thousands of dollars and avoiding replacement.
