COOLING TOWER FAN BLADES REPAIRED WITH BELZONA
Industry: Chemical & Petrochemical (PETR)
Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)
Substrate: Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester
Customer Location: Refinery in Louisiana
Application Date: 1995
Products:
Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)
Problem: Light damage and erosion on the leading edge of the blades reduces the overall efficiency and operation of the cooling system.
Photograph Descriptions
- Surface preparation by grinding.
- Taping off for a neat repair.
- Finished repair. Leading edge protected with Belzona.
Application Situation
Fan blades of cooling tower - 14' long.
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How Leaflet HEX-10.
Belzona Facts
After 14 months, fiberglass blades on new units needed replacement at a cost of $125,000. Over two years later the Belzona repair is in excellent condition. The plant has saved over $200,000 in new blade replacement cost.
