Repair and Protection of Centrifugal Split Casing Pump
Industry: Oil & Gas (OILG)
Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)
Substrate: Cast Iron
Customer Location: Saudi Arabia
Application Date: May 2024
Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal),Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)
Problem: The pump faced erosion and corrosion of the pump casing, resulting in pitting damage across the internal surfaces affecting performance.
Pitting damage appeared after blasting
Damage repaired with the paste grade
Coating application to the cutwater
Coating application to the nozzle
Application Situation
A repair using Belzona 1111 and Belzona 1341 have avoided replacements, saved the customer repair and maintenance costs and improved pump efficiency.
Application Method
The application was carried out in accordance with Belzona Know-How System Leaflet CEP-01 and CEP-03.
Blasting was performed for surface preparation according to Instruction For Use. Belzona 1111 was used to fill pitting and rebuild the ring seat area using the forming technique with Belzona release agent. Finally 2-coat system of Belzona 1341 was applied according to Instruction For Use.
Belzona Facts
Belzona has a proven track record of pump repair and the products used have outstanding performance. The customer has long experienced that such solution is superior to any other brands in the market. Pumps repaired and protected last for years in service.