Protecting a new tank lining in a chemical plant from Phosphoric acid attack

KHIA ID: 9695
Industry: Chemical & Petrochemical (PETR)
Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)
Substrate: Carbon steel
Customer Location: Ontario
Application Date: May 2015
Products: Belzona 4341 (Magma CR4)
Problem: Customer had a new tank and wanted to protect the inside with a lining that would protect it from 75% Phosphoric acid thereby extending its service life.

Tank after sand blasting.

Tank during holiday testing.

Nozzle area during holiday testing.

Application Situation
The customer has been using Belzona to protect against concentrated chemicals in the plant on small areas and wanted to give a larger area a trial has the performance has been impressive.
Application Method
The tank and nozzles were blasted to achieve a near white metal finish with a good profile. After the required QA/QC checks, Belzona 4341 was applied to protect the tank and other components from corrosion and offer concentrated chemical resistance.
Belzona Facts
The customer was satisfied with the performance and has opted for Belzona for all chemical resistance applications on the plant ever since.
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