IMITATION IS A RISKY BUSINESS

KHIA ID: 424
Industry: General Industry (GIND)
Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)
Substrate: Mild Steel
Customer Location: Cement company, Philippines
Application Date: January 2004
Products: Belzona® 1812 (Ceramic Carbide FP)

Problem: Coal cyclone wears out fast due to abrasive action of coal particles at high velocity and temperatures of around 100°C.
Photograph Descriptions
1. View of the cement facility.
2. Agresive blasting surface preparation in process.
3. Belzona® 1812 applied.
Application Situation
Coal cyclone and pipes
Application Method
Application was done in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet SHM-8.
Belzona Facts
Field and test results have shown that Belzona® 1812 has excellent wear resistance against abrasive action of coal particles. The cyclone previously was coated with other imitators but those have worn quickly away.