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Date Created: 11/27/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal), Belzona 5892
Problem : The inner material of the pipe has degraded because wastewater is corrosive. They attempted to stop the leak caused by the metal loss by conventionall...

Date Created: 11/10/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 1151 (Smoothing Metal)

Belzona 4311 (Magma CR1)

Problem : The bleach solution dripped onto the stainless steel pipes over time, causing corrosion and pitting damage. Further damage to the stainless steel pip...

Date Created: 7/29/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 5812DW

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 9341 (Reinforcement Tape)

Problem : This rural water utility's 40-year-old primary storage tank for potable water had corrosion, pitting, sediment build-up, and a few dime-sized holes. A...

Date Created: 2/10/2023
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: ENC-Engines and Casings (ENC)  |  Products: Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)
Problem : New customer receives pumps from many different industries across the region and are posed with the task of either replacing or offering a repair/main...

Date Created: 10/22/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal), Belzona 1341N (Supermetalglide)
Problem : Customer faced corrosion and erosion in the casing of drinking water pump and it was unusable before Belzona repair.

Date Created: 9/10/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz), Belzona 5812 DW
Problem : Local authorities water reservoir was leaking. Divers had entered the tank and not found the source of the leak.

Date Created: 10/18/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)
Problem : Customer had 7 pumps that were 1 year old that had heavily corroded due to no coating. They bought 7 new pumps and decided to protect their investment...

Date Created: 9/16/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1212

Problem : When the pipes were installed through the concrete wall, a grout was used to seal the area around the pipe. After many years of use, the grout began t...

Date Created: 5/4/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : The pump had a 1/4" hole appear on the outside of the volute, allowing for wastewater to leak during operation. After opening the pump, it was discove...

Date Created: 7/4/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal), Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)
Problem : This wastewater impeller was suffering from abrasive wear.

Date Created: 5/4/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: PDP-Positive Displacement Pumps (PDP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1212

Problem : A faulty section of weld on the lower side of the pump was leaking raw sewage.

Date Created: 5/4/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 2911 QD Conditioner

Belzona 9341 Reinforcement Sheet

Belzona 2221 MP Fluid Elastomer

Problem : These rubber wastewater expansion bellows were being weathered by UV and exposure resulting in cracking.

Date Created: 10/15/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1212

Problem : There was a hole worn underneath the impeller on the volute from "rags" in the wastewater system getting caught. This allowed for raw wastewater to le...

Date Created: 11/4/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Products:

Belzona 5811DW2 (DW Immersion Grade)

Problem : The pump assembly was heavily corroded and the 40 year old pipe was corroded bad enough that it had to be replaced.

Date Created: 12/27/2022
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1111 Supermetal Belzona 1321 S-Metal
Problem : Pump Impeller was pitted and damaged, and missing chunks out of a few of the veins, and they were wore down on the ends. We needed to build up the ve...

Date Created: 8/27/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal), Belzona 1982 (SuperWrap II), Belzona 2141 (ACR-Fluid Elastomer), Belzona 2941 (Elastomer SP-Conditioner), Accessories
Problem : Following the decision to rebuild a pump station for mechanical wear issues, it was unexpectedly discovered that there was severe cavitation damage ha...

Date Created: 9/29/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1221 (Super E-Metal)

Belzona 2911 (Elastomer QD Conditioner)

Belzona 2121 (D&A Hi-Coat Elastomer)

Problem : The drum itself was damaged, possibly during shipping or installation, as it was a new unit. The track where the drum turned was dented and this caus...

Date Created: 6/25/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed), Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)
Problem : The Clarifier was suffering from damage to the concrete due to the age of the Clarifier and constant water and chemicals. Instead of replacing they ch...

Date Created: 3/23/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 1121 (Super XL-Metal)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : The pipe was corroded so badly that the pitting was causing pin holes in the substrate.

Date Created: 9/26/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 1291 (ES-Metal)

Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal)

Belzona 9341

Problem : The leak was causing an environmental hazard as well as slippery walkways for pedestrians. The customer could not drain the unit. An external repair w...

Date Created: 9/17/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : With damaged concrete and no coating, the trough was hard to keep clean, taking 2-3 times longer than when new.

Date Created: 11/29/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 5111 (Ceramic Cladding)

Problem : The concrete roller track of this clarifier became damaged during operation and needed to be rebuilt. The floats and turbines had begun to corrode, so...

Date Created: 1/22/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: ENC-Engines and Casings (ENC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona 1331 

Belzona SuperWrap II

Problem : The internal surface of this hydro turbine presented an important loss of metal which ultimately led to a hole.

Date Created: 1/5/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R Metal) Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : The diffuser vanes of the pump has suffered extensive damage from erosion. Due to the age of the pump spare parts were not available & a replacement d...

Date Created: 6/1/2022
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal) Belzona 1812 (Ceramic Carbide FP) Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : A Grundfos pump impeller had been severely damaged during normal service by erosion and corrosion.

Date Created: 8/25/2010
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: WPA-Wall Problem Areas (WPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1121 (Super XL Metal)

Belzona® 4311 (Magma CR1)

Problem : Severe corrosion of the stainless steel substrate due to the presence of Hydrogen Sulphide and Sulphuric acid. These are created by bacterial action i...

Date Created: 3/29/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:
Problem : Suction bowl badly damaged by cavitation.

Date Created: 3/30/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1221 (Super E Metal)

Belzona® 1341N (Supermetalglide).

Problem : Impeller was damaged by cavitation leading to vibration in the pump. NSF approved products required.

Date Created: 3/30/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Problem : Cavitation had caused severe metal loss to pump impeller and diffuser. New impeller was available but no diffuser available.

Date Created: 3/30/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:
Problem : Severe cracks appearing in concrete walls and spalling concrete over re-bar on columns.

Date Created: 10/26/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4911

Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Problem : The damage on the track on the clarifier needed to be rebuilt to a smooth surface in order to allow the operation of the 'crane' unit.

Date Created: 10/28/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1331

Problem : Pump linings suffer from erosion and corrosion over time due to exposure to the process stream. A lining resistant to erosion was required

Date Created: 2/9/2023
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide), Belzona 2141 (ACR-Fluid Elastomer), Belzona 2941 (Elastomer SP-Conditioner)
Problem : Cavitation damage on the substrate due due to high pressure on the nozzle head

Date Created: 7/25/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)
Problem : Pump required coating to reduce corrosion and improve efficiency.

Date Created: 12/1/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)
Problem : Plant had previous experience of Belzona increasing efficiency and wanted new pumps coating before delivery

Date Created: 12/3/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)
Problem : The tank was suffering from corrosion which had affected the wall thickness of the tank. In several areas this had caused holes in the tank which were...

Date Created: 9/15/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : High levels of erosion-corrosion caused by entrained solids in wastewater media being pumped for processing.

Date Created: 8/10/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1331 

Problem : Previous supplied pumps had not met the customers expectations of longevity due to the impeller and volute being worn away by the erosion caused by wa...

Date Created: 12/12/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Belzona 1812 (Ceramic Carbide FP)

 

Problem : This damage was leading to failures within the intake pipe and corrosion was being found throughout the tank as a whole. If not addressed properly ...

Date Created: 10/16/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1511 (Super HT-Metal)

Belzona® 1391 (Ceramic HT Metal)

Problem : Breakdown of the original coating system had resulted in severe corrosion, deep pitting and through holes around the heating bundle. In addition the c...

Date Created: 9/12/2011
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: PDP-Positive Displacement Pumps (PDP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2131 (D&A Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : the rubber lobes wear but there is a delay of 4-6 weeks for the delivery of these lobes.

Date Created: 8/4/2011
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Erosion corrosion, aggravated by galvanic corrosion and corrosion from pool chemicals had reduced pump performance.

Date Created: 7/26/2011
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Prior to the application of a Belzona coating, it is required that new concrete should be allowed to cure for 28 days or until the moisture content ha...

Date Created: 7/21/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Erosion from solid material in process fluid had destroyed impellor and holed casing of a wastewater pump.

Date Created: 9/22/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : After years of frequent use, certain areas of the pumping equipment were suffering from cavitation damage, which in turn was seriously hindering the e...

Date Created: 9/26/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)
Belzona® 9331 (Reinforcing sheet)
Problem : Debris, sand, and silt carried by irrigation water wore through the galvanizing in one season. Left uncorrected, the underlying carbon steel pipe wou...

Date Created: 11/24/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Due to general erosion/corrosion to this impellor, the customer requested sacrificial coating to protect the equipment.

Date Created: 3/21/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Products:

Belzona 1121 (Super XL-Metal)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 5233

Problem : The occasional leaking seal of process water was causing the advanced corrosion attack of the metal substrate of the pump base, which was leading up t...

Date Created: 3/21/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4141 (Magma-Build) Belzona 4154 (Bulkfill Resin) Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner) Belzona 1121 (Super XL-Metal)

Problem : This concrete clear well had 185 linear feet of hairline cracks and corners that were gradually crumbling off as well as exposed rebar.

Date Created: 3/16/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Problem : Customer needed protection on their KMnO4 (Potassium Permanganate) mixing tank.

Date Created: 3/16/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)
Problem : While replacing the gearbox the customer broke the concrete base and anchors.

Date Created: 3/16/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Supermetal)

Problem : The bearing failed, damaging the shaft.

Date Created: 3/31/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona® 3921 (GSC Conditioner)Belzona® 5811 (immersion Grade),
Problem : 50% of the shield had been eroded away due to corrosion at the water line. A new skirt from the manufacturer would cost over $15,000 and take unduly l...

Date Created: 3/31/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)

Problem : Pump had lost efficiency and had to be pulled. The model was foreign and had a four week lead time for parts.

Date Created: 4/1/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona® 1341N (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Many of the pumps have never been rebuilt and severe pitting was present. In some cases, it went almost through the casing.

Date Created: 8/24/2012
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Supermetal)

Problem : Shaft had become worn and needed insitu repair.

Date Created: 6/23/2022
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 1812 (Ceramic Carbide FP)

Problem : The bare steel had a short life expectancy in service. The sludge being transported by this screw was not only highly abrasive but also corrosive - th...

Date Created: 5/27/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)

Problem : Running track on top of wall for distributor arm had been experiencing damage. The distributor wheels had caused impact & abrasion damage over time. C...

Date Created: 11/8/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products: Belzona 1814
Problem : Screw conveyor used to skim sludge from the base of a silo at a biomass plant.

Date Created: 5/20/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products: Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed), Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)
Problem : A waste water concrete clarifier had a worn uneven surface after years of harsh service. This meant the clarifier could not operate properly & waste s...

Date Created: 1/3/2023
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed), Belzona 4341 (Magma CR4), Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)
Problem : The previous coating within the bund had been corroded away leaving the underlying concrete susceptible to damage. A long term repair & protective sol...

Date Created: 1/3/2023
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 1981 (SuperWrap II), Belzona 5811DW2 (DW Immersion Grade)
Problem : Due to the design of the tank sealing these joints from the external is very challenging. A solution that ensured the leaks would be stopped was requi...

Date Created: 4/7/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona® 1121 (XL Metal)

Problem : Corrosion protection and efficiency enhancement of equipment

Date Created: 8/16/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)
Problem : Customer was looking for a protective coating for the impeller. Belzona was required to provide a suitable solution.

Date Created: 3/5/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal), Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide), Belzona 1391T
Problem : Pumps at OEM manufacturers require rebuilding and coating to repair corrosion and damage and to improve efficiency.

Date Created: 2/7/2012
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade) 

Problem : Scraper wheels and weather had caused wear to the concrete.

Date Created: 8/1/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Worn edges caused propeller to be in-efficient. Client was going to replace with new equipment.

Date Created: 4/19/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: RPA-Roof Problem Areas (RPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 3111 (Flexible Membrane)

Belzona 3921 (GSC Surface Conditioner)

Belzona 9311 (Reinforcing Membrane Sheet)

Problem : Severe corrosion caused paint delamination on top of exposed reclaim tank walls.

Date Created: 9/20/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : The city wanted to coat the pump to increase efficiency.

Date Created: 1/9/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Products:

Belzona 1811 (Ceramic Carbide)

Problem : Grit running through the grit removal system wears through the protective coating and the stainless steel housing.

Date Created: 1/15/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona SuperWrap II System

Problem : Carbon steel pipe elbows have been suffering over time from external corrosion due to weathering. The Customer required the restoration of metal loss ...

Date Created: 7/2/2010
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Need of corrosion/erosion protection and increased pumping efficiency

Date Created: 7/6/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:
Problem : Leaks of transformer oil on porous and cracked welds

Date Created: 6/7/2022
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R Metal)

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)

Belzona 5821

Problem : Heavy corrosion in the area where the propeller runs.

Date Created: 6/7/2022
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Heavy corrosion of the internal of the pipes needed repairing to ensure protection of dyke.

Date Created: 8/1/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Corrosion on the internal linings of two large storage tanks at a large industrial plant in Poland.

Date Created: 7/15/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Belzona 5821

Belzona 9211 (Supergrip Aggregate)

Problem : The accumulation of sediment on the bottom and walls of the tank. The penetration of aggressive dirt into the depths of concrete, chemical corrosion o...

Date Created: 1/6/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 9611 (ES-Metal)

Belzona 1221 (Super E-Metal)

Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal)

Belzona 1111 (Super-Metal)

Belzona 1983 (Superwrap II)

Belzona 9381 (SuperWrap II Reinforcement Sheet)

Belzona 9382 (Release Film)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : The pipe eroded over time and this resulted in a weakening of the pipe wall and weld seams. The pipe wall was very thin and there was a risk of an eco...

Date Created: 8/10/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 2311 and Belzona 2911

Problem : There were a number of tears in the conveyor belts due to the medium that was being transported along the conveyors. If the belts had torn completely ...

Date Created: 4/1/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)  |  Products: Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal), Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal), Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade), Belzona 9411 (Release Agent)
Problem : Conditions during operation: Head: 760 m, Power: 195 MW, Speed: 600 rpm Flow rate: 30 m³ / s. A slight increase in abrasion is to be expected within t...

Date Created: 10/22/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1981 (Superwrap II Resin)

Belzona 9381

Belzona 9382

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 9611 (ES Metal)

Belzona 5821  

Belzona 2911 (Elastomer QD Conditioner)

Belzona 2211 ( MP High Build Elastomer)

Belzona 9341

Problem : Erosion and perforation at the base off the steel tank.

Date Created: 5/28/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:
Problem : The impeller was badly eroded and damaged due to grit and solids running through the pump

Date Created: 10/13/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)

Problem : Erosion corrosion caused by sand and solids drawn from the river.

Date Created: 4/11/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal), Belzona 1982 (SuperWrap II), Belzona SuperWrap
Problem : A pipe in a wastewater plant needed had suffered from external corrosion and metal loss over the years.

Date Created: 4/9/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal), Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)
Problem : The centrifuge was suffering from erosion-corrosion and scale buildup. They needed a product that would protect the equipment but also help reduce the...

Date Created: 10/2/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal), Belzona SuperWrap II
Problem : The existing pipe had become severely weakened over time and they needed to reinforce it to prevent future problems.

Date Created: 4/28/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona Superwrap II

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 4131 (Magma Screed)

Problem : Several pipes were suffering from significant external corrosion due to water leaks occurring through the sealing system between the pipes and the con...

Date Created: 11/24/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1391T

Problem : New water debris filters required protection against erosion-corrosion at temperatures up to 130C

Date Created: 9/14/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 9111 (Cleaner Degreaser)

Belzona 2911 (Elastomer QD Conditioner)

Belzona 2311 (SR Elastomer)

Problem : A tear in a conveyor belt carrying solid waste threatened to shut down this section of the plant. The belt has previously been repaired by hot vulcan...

Date Created: 8/14/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Products:

Belzona 5821

Problem : Protection against corrosion / erosion on new sections of pipework

Date Created: 10/17/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: RPA-Roof Problem Areas (RPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 3111 (Flexible Membrane) Belzona® 9311 (Reinforcing Sheet) Belzona® 3911 (PSC Surface Conditioner)

Problem : The roof was badly deteriorated. Concrete cracked due to the very hot and dry environment, as well as strong UV attack and potable water was being con...

Date Created: 5/16/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1161(Super UW-Metal)

Belzona® 5831(ST-Barrier)

Problem : All three tanks were suffering from through wall corrosion at the vapour interface level. The tanks could not be taken off line due to demand and any ...

Date Created: 11/25/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1161(Super UW-Metal)

Belzona® 5831(ST-Barrier)

Problem : Tank was suffering from a through wall corrosion at the lowest panel level. The tank could not be taken off line due to demand and any repairs would h...

Date Created: 11/25/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal)  

Belzona 5831 (ST-Barrier)

Problem : The primary sludge tank was suffering from through wall corrosion at the lowest panel level. The tank could not be taken off line due to demand and an...

Date Created: 4/7/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona SuperWrap II

Belzona 1981 Resins

Belzona 9382 Release Film

Problem : The pipe had suffered from corrosion over time which had caused the formation of pits on the surface of the steel. This resulted in weakening of the p...

Date Created: 8/20/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)

Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)

Problem : The concrete around the handrail posts was badly spalled. Some of the damage was from a combination of environmental (freeze thaw effect) and proximit...

Date Created: 8/25/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : The previous door was suffering from corrosion. The customer wanted long-term protection on the new door prior to installation.

Date Created: 3/12/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : The Dewatering Centrifuges were suffering from struvite and required regular cleaning and maintenance to keep them in operational condition

Date Created: 3/17/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Belzona 9111 (Cleaner Degreaser)

Problem : A customer wanted to protect and expand the life of a new pump due to installed at the plant to replace the existing pump which was suffering from cor...

Date Created: 3/11/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 9411 (Release Agent)

Problem : Shaft became worn due to bearing failure

Date Created: 8/20/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Belzona 2911 (Elastomer QD Conditioner)

Belzona 4141 (Magma-Build)

Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)

Problem : Existing joint material had become defective allowing leaking of fluid.

Date Created: 8/20/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)

Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)

Problem : The sweeper arm in the clarifier had sagged over the year’s and had worn a 2 inch gouge around the diameter of the tank.

Date Created: 8/21/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1212

Belzona 1331

Problem : Erosion/Corrosion from the waste water.

Date Created: 8/21/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)  |  Products:

Belzona 1161 (Super UW-Metal)

Belzona 9111 (Cleaner Degreaser)

Problem : Hole caused by corrosion.

Date Created: 4/11/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products: Belzona 4311 (Magma CR1), Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner), Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade), Belzona 9111 (Cleaner Degreaser)
Problem : The new water treatment facility had four rooms with secondary containment areas for storing chemicals that was required to have protecting coating to...

Date Created: 4/12/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona 1111 (Super Metal), Belzona 9111 (Cleaner Degreaser)
Problem : Weld Joint on stainless steel pipe was leaking due to a porosity and slag inclusion

Date Created: 7/31/2015
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona 5831 (ST-Barrier)

Problem : The headworks of a clarifier were covered with a plate to reduce H2S odor. This caused chemical attack to the concrete.

Date Created: 10/8/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal), Belzona 2141 (ACR-Fluid Elastomer), Belzona 2941 (Elastomer SP-Conditioner)
Problem : The turbine was damaged by the erosion-corrosion process.

Date Created: 10/3/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)
Problem : Corrosive damage to the gutter occurs during water purification at the wastewater treatment plant.

Date Created: 10/17/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal) 

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 2211 (MP Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : The valves suffered from erosion and corrosion through continued use. The valve was so badly damaged that it leaked even when shut. 

Date Created: 10/2/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products: Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz)
Problem : The grate perimeter seal was cracked, allowing water to migrate through and get under the tiles.

Date Created: 12/4/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 5111 (Ceramic Cladding) 

Belzona® 5911 (Ceramic Conditioner)

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Problem : Sodium Hypochlorite vapors had destroyed the concrete walls above the water line. The previous coating, an inexpensive commodity product, failed in th...

Date Created: 9/29/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1121 (Super XL Metal)

Problem : Erosion of wear ring seats caused vibration to the pump which needed repairs on site.

Date Created: 9/25/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : The newly fitted pipework had a paint system which was already showing signs of failure. Client required system to provide long term corrosion protect...

Date Created: 8/19/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona® 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)

Problem : The wheels had caused between 2mm and 10mm wear to the concrete and were not running smoothly.

Date Created: 12/22/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 3211 (Lagseal)

Belzona® 3921 (GSC Conditioner)

Problem : UV attacks the rubber over a period of time causing it to degrade and eventually become brittle.

Date Created: 4/4/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products: Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)
Problem : The welded component required protection from bi-metallic corrosion

Date Created: 5/14/2012
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : The pump was suffering erosion/corrosion after 3 years in service due to total breakdown of existing unknown coating.

Date Created: 11/30/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona® 2111 (D&A Hi-Build Elastomer)
Problem : Large oil sump for the shaft bearing at the top of the pump was experiencing cracking from harmonic vibration. As the company that produced the pump ...

Date Created: 2/16/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic-R Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic-S Metal)

Problem : This pump impeller, 1 of 4, normally running 24/7 had eroded to the point of replacement.

Date Created: 6/22/2012
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : The damaged shaft had to be repaired but it could not be dismantled so an in-situ repair was required.

Date Created: 2/22/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2131 (D&A Fluid Elastomer)

Belzona® 2311 (SR Elastomer)

Problem : Whilst casing had little damage, the impeller vanes were very badly damaged and needed rebuilding.

Date Created: 7/28/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: MPT-Mechanical Power Transmission (MPT)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Problem : Housing damage after bearing seized leading to increased clearance.

Date Created: 7/26/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4301 (Magma CR1 Hi-Build)

Belzona® 3121 (MR7)

Problem : Corroded area and leaking hole on the Methane pipework.

Date Created: 7/28/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:
Problem : General erosion/corrosion damage leading to reduced pump efficiency

Date Created: 7/28/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)
Problem : Pump casing severely eroded and corroded during operation.

Date Created: 11/30/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)

Problem : Galvanic corrosion caused by the failure of the insulating gasket caused severe corrosion and under cut the existing glass flake coating. Base materia...

Date Created: 4/11/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)
Problem : Tank was very badly corroded and required refurbishment and protection

Date Created: 10/10/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Belzona 4111 (Magma Quartz) 

Problem : Shortly after the PST tank was constructed 4 years ago, the expansion joints between the 82 x top blocks failed and so were repaired several times by ...

Date Created: 11/20/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)

Belzona 2211 (MP High-Build Elastomer)

Problem : The top of the concrete walls of multiple FST's had suffered from abrasive wear due to the action of the wheels that drive the rotating separator arms...

Date Created: 12/20/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 4124 (Bulkfill)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Belzona 1812 (Ceramic Carbide FP)

Belzona 9811 (Alumina Tiles)

Problem : The tank had not had protection for years, and as a result the concrtete walls and floors were in a bad shape. Some sections showed eriosion as deep a...

Date Created: 10/18/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : The pump had suffered extensive corrosion.

Date Created: 8/19/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Severe corrosion occuring in vapour space at top of tank on walls and underside of the roof. Also internal pipework being attacked.

Date Created: 12/22/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 Super-Metal

Belzona® 5811 Immersion Grade

Problem : The mechanical drum thickener casings at this plant had corroded in service from contact with Chlorides & Sulphates present in the wastewater sludge b...

Date Created: 5/13/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super-Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Impeller had moved on its shaft causing it to run against the casing. This resulted in severe abrasive wear and mechanical damage.

Date Created: 7/20/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2131 (D&A Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : Original bearings were being worn out rapidly by the high sand content in the water.

Date Created: 2/3/2008
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Failure due to high cavitation caused by bad suction conditions that could not be changed.

Date Created: 12/19/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4521 (Magma-Flex Fluid)

Belzona® 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)

Problem : Loss of oxygen rich gas caused customer to re-enrich with oxygen monthly. Design conditions called for re-enrichment only three times per year.

Date Created: 12/14/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: WPA-Wall Problem Areas (WPA)  |  Products: Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)
Problem : Severely degraded counter tops needed to be resurfaced with a chemically resistant coating.

Date Created: 3/15/2012
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : In just  six months of use the equipment was already showing signs of corrosion from corrosion and chemical atack from the waste water sludge

Date Created: 10/2/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona 1121 (Super XL-Metal)
Problem : Excessive corrosion on the interior steel of the water storage tank. A new lining could not be installed until the corrosion damage was repaired.

Date Created: 4/29/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 1811 (Ceramic Carbide)

Problem : Erosion and corrosion caused the edges of the 58 inch long archimedes screw flights to be worn down, thus losing efficiency at Wastewater Treatment Pl...

Date Created: 5/1/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1341

Problem : Clogging in pumps due to the high content of Struvite (aka MAP - magnesium-ammonia-phosphate) in wastewater. MAP is an alkali with PH9 so it is a corr...

Date Created: 9/24/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1211 (E Metal) Belzona 1161 (UW Metal)

Problem : The tank was suffering from corrosion issues around the seam areas. In two places the corrosion was through wall and raw sewage was leaking out of the...

Date Created: 9/24/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1211 (E Metal) Belzona 1161 (UW Metal)

Problem : The tank was suffering from corrosion issues around the seam areas. In two places the corrosion was through wall and raw sewage was leaking out of the...

Date Created: 3/10/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 1511 (Super HT-Metal)

Belzona 9811

Belzona 1813

Problem : The new screw conveyor suffered surprisingly fast wear by erosion and bi-metallic corrosion. The shaft of the screw conveyor had been topped with a st...

Date Created: 4/30/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 9611 (ES-Metal)

Problem : Corroded and through-wall defects on effluent tank created leaks in the system.

Date Created: 1/17/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : New pumps requiring internal protection prior to going into service

Date Created: 8/12/2022
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona SuperWrap II

Belzona 1121 (Super XL-Metal)

Belzona 4131 (Magma-Screed)

Problem : The heavily corroded, 900mm diameter pipe is the main sewage line for a nearby town and if the issue was not rectified, there would be a huge cost for...

Date Created: 12/15/2011
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4411 (Granogrip)

Problem : The concrete steps had worn and the current safety grip system had become almost none existent due to heavy foot traffic and weathering. A member of s...

Date Created: 9/18/2017
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

• Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

• Belzona 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Problem : Existing expansion joints had failed. The customer then tried to use a cementitious material to repair them but this also cracked and failed. 

Date Created: 1/31/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona 1812 (Ceramic Carbide)

Problem : The Dewatering Centrifuge Scroll was damaged and metal chunks were broken due to aggressive wear and abrasion of waste material. All this lead to the ...

Date Created: 9/13/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Concrete clarifier troughs had deteriorated to point of exposing the aggregate in the concrete.

Date Created: 9/23/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4131 (Magma Screed)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)  

Belzona® 4311 (Magma CR1)

Belzona® 2111 (D&A Hi Build Elastomer)

Belzona® 5231 (SG Laminate)

Problem : Both road areas needed a chemical lining that would be resistant to repeated splashes and spills. In addition, the areas had to have good traction for...

Date Created: 5/24/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 5231 (SG Laminate)

Belzona 2121 (D & A Hi-Coat Elastomer)

Belzona 9341 (Reinforcement Tape)

Problem : The client had a series of remote pump houses with diesel storage tanks inside and these facilities were seldom visited. Should there be a leak of die...

Date Created: 9/19/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Belzona 2911 (Elastomer QD Conditioner)

Problem : The client was aware of Belzona's quality and sought use of appropriate Belzona materials to seal leaking expansion joints. Existing material was of ...

Date Created: 9/25/2014
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona 4111 (Magma Quartz) 

Belozna 5811 (Immersion grade)

Problem : Spalled floor areas needed repair and coating to prevent further damage and provide secure containment for potential spillage Treatment chemicals stor...

Date Created: 9/19/2013
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4131 (Magma Screed)

Belzona® 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Problem : Walls of the running track had become badly worn and damaged over time due to rotation of the distributor. Some areas had been unsuccessfully repaired...

Date Created: 7/27/2010
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: HEX-Heat Exchangers (HEX)  |  Products:

Belzona 1161 (Super UW Metal)

Belzona 1291 (ES-Metal)

Belzona 9341 (Reinforcing Tape)

Problem : Leaking drain pipe and hot well pump at Water Treatment Plant

Date Created: 8/23/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products: Belzona 5812DW Belzona 1111 (Super Metal),
Problem : After several years in use this pump needed to be repaired and protected due to erosion/corrosion. Being a filtration plant a product with NSF 61 appr...

Date Created: 10/7/2016
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona 1812 (Ceramic Carbide FP)

Problem : As part of its operation in a treatment plant's slurry clarifier, the screw conveyor was transporting dehyrdated slurries. The hard particles in the s...

Date Created: 6/13/2007
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1121 (Super XL Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Entrained solids and cavitation caused severe damage to the edges of the runner. Holes and pitting are evident on the runner vanes.

Date Created: 3/28/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products: Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz), Belzona 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner), Belzona 5821
Problem : The concrete base was suffering from chemical attack caused by the waste in the process fluid. The bottom of the well was so severely damaged that the...

Date Created: 1/4/2024
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products: Belzona 5821
Problem : The customer was looking for a coating system for lining carbon steel pipe work predominantly for the new construction of pipe bridges, pump stations,...

Date Created: 4/13/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 5821

Problem : Due to the corrosive nature of seawater and erosion caused by suspended solids, a protective coating is necessary to mitigate potential damage to the ...

Date Created: 4/26/2019
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona 2911 (Elastomer QD Conditioner)

Belzona 2111 (D&A High Build Elastomer)

Problem : Despite the high hardness of the pump casing material, the high volume of solids in the process fluid has caused entrainment erosion.

Date Created: 2/15/2021
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Internal corrosion of the pipelines has lead to severe degradation of the substrate including heavy pitting. In some areas, the loss of wall thickness...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2121 (D&A Hi-Coat Elastomer)

Problem : High level of erosion causes severe damage to the housing. The vessel manufacturer offered the customer an upgrade of the standard mixer which feature...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Reduced flow and pressure coupled with motor overheating

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)

Problem : The spool was leaking and had to be replaced. Upon inspection of the pump it was discovered that the previous Belzona® 1321 coating, done 7-1/2 year...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Supermetal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Reduced output from booster pumps which required standby unit to operate continuously to provide adequate flow

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2221 (MP Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : Old cork expansion joint material hardened, allowing vibration to crack the floor outside of the joint area.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: PDP-Positive Displacement Pumps (PDP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2131 (D&A Fluid Elastomer)

Belzona® 2911 (Q.D. Conditioner)

Belzona® 4411 (Granogrip)

Belzona® 9411 (Release agent)

Problem : Rotary pump lobes damaged by entrained solids.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Erosion-corrosion leading to water leakage.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Problem : Pumps were suffering from severe erosion around the volute. It was difficult to remove the unit for repair due to its size and location.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R Metal) Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S Metal)

Problem : Erosion/corrosion and cavitation

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: GSS-Gaskets, Seals and Shims (GSS)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Belzona® 2911 (QD Conditioner)

Problem : Lower seal on locks were leaking due to irregular metal-on-metal seal caused by cavitation.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4911 (Magma TX Conditioner)

Belzona® 4141 (Magma-Build)

Problem : The concrete support structure and water tank was deteriorated. Pieces of concrete were falling off exposing passersby to injury.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : After 30 years of use, valves demonstrated severe damage from erosion-corrosion.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : The 30-year-old tank had cracks and pin holes allowing methane gas to escape.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Specified as protection against erosion-corrosion.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Impeller was frozen by rust. It would not turn.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Severe erosion had caused unacceptable pump performance.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Problem : Having to connect new, industrial polypropylene pipe to the old iron pipe which is severely pitted, making it impossible to obtain a water tight seal ...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma-Quartz)

Belzona® 2131 (D&A Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : The running track was badly worn by constant abrasion from the distributor wheels.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona® 2111 (D&A Hi-Build Elastomer)

Problem : The rubber donut type ring was designed too small allowing the adjacent steel to wear through.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4141 (Magma Build)

Belzona® 4911 (TX Conditioner)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Hydrogen sulfide attack deteriorated the concrete in the wet well area of a lift station.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : Corrosion/erosion caused the screw blades to wear down. The diameter of the angle was reduced so much that it could not lift the water.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona® 1811 (Ceramic Carbide)

Problem : Sludge constantly got behind wear tiles which caused corrosion as well as erosion of the flights. The unit became unbalanced and tiles frequently dela...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Belzona® 3121 (MR7)

Belzona® 4151 (Magma Quartz Resins)

Problem : Cracks in the roof of the storage tank were allowing the ingress of surface water and contaminating the potable water contained in the reservoir. This...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4131 (Magma Screed)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Previous elastomeric coating started to fail and algae built up and made it very difficult to clean. In addition, the concrete behind the lining began...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : An old coal tar epoxy system had failed and resulted in damage to the underlying concrete. It also made it very difficult to keep the trough clean and...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: WPA-Wall Problem Areas (WPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4211 (Magma Stop)

Belzona® 4221 (Magma Seal)

Problem : Leaking in the joint between a new, and existing tank. Loss of water estimated at one million gallons per month.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: WPA-Wall Problem Areas (WPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4211 (Magma Stop)

Belzona® 4221 (Magma Seal)

Problem : Water seepage was occuring at many of the joints in the cast concrete structure.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4211 (Magma Stop)

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Problem : Routine construction above caused physical damage to this 1.2 meter diameter concrete pipeline carrying potable water to Guang Dong Province.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4151 (Magma Quartz Resins)

Problem : Liquid was pooling around these handrails, spalling the concrete and loosening the rails at this municipal sewage plant to such an extent that worker ...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Problem : Deteriorated concrete around the base of the handrail posts raised safety concerns.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4131 (Magma Screed)

Problem : The damaged concrete at a handrail post was creating a potential safety hazard.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1211 (E-Metal)

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal)

Problem : The wastewater treatment facility utilizes jet engines for standby power generation. Jet fuel is stored on the premises. Distribution system for JP4 j...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: VPF-Valves, Pipes and Fittings (VPF)  |  Products:

Belzona ® 1111 (Super Metal)

Belzona ® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Corrosion as well as erosion deteriorated the entire internal surface of this sludge water piping structure. This pipework transports sludge water fro...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona ® 2221 (MP fluid Elastomer)

Belzona ® 2911 (QD Conditioner)

Problem : This 80 foot diameter carbon steel digester dome was originally sealed with a tar pitch.The seal had broken down over the years and was leaking at sev...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona ® 4111 (Magma Quartz)

Problem : Various concrete cracks in the base of this aquaduct leaked copious amounts of water.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona ® 3111 (Flexible Membrane)

Belzona ® 3921 (GSC Conditioner)

Problem : Concrete holding pad settles. Rain water penetrates space between metal tank and concrete pad. Stagnant water causes corrosion.

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: PDP-Positive Displacement Pumps (PDP)  |  Products:

Belzona ® 2131 (D&A Fluid Elastomer)

Belzona ® 2911 (QD Conditioner)

Problem : The two intermeshing rubber lobes in the pump rapidly wear and the clearances increase reducing the pumps efficiency. Replacement of the lobes is nece...

Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4311 (Magma CR-1)

Problem : Lining required in bunds to resist acid spills and comply with construction regulations.

Date Created: 2/8/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1221 (Super E-Metal)

Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Erosion and bearing problems.

Date Created: 6/6/2012
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: FPA-Floor Problem Areas (FPA)  |  Products:

Belzona® 4131 (Magma-Screed) 

Belzona® 2211 (MP Hi-Build Elastomer)

Problem : Due to freeze thaw damage and the constant weight of the separator arm, many areas of the running track had become damaged.

Date Created: 12/10/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic – S Metal )

Belzona® 2221 (MP-Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : Body badly corroded sand holed in places. In addition rubber seal on valve disc completely deteriorated.

Date Created: 12/10/2006
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products: Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade )
Problem : Filters were suffering internal corrosion and required protection to prevent further loss of wall thickness.

Date Created: 6/7/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1311 (Ceramic R-Metal)

Belzona® 1321 (Ceramic S-Metal)

Problem : The pump casing, cut water, straighteners, wear ring and gland housing were all suffering from erosion-corrosion. Also, there was a long crack on the...

Date Created: 8/29/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 5811 (Immersion Grade)

Problem : Failure of rubber lining due to aging and chemical attack.

Date Created: 8/29/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2221 (MP-Fluid Elastomer)

Problem : Peeled-off lining at welding edges causing under lining corrosion due to sea water penetration between the rubber sheets.

Date Created: 8/18/2005
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2111 (D&A Hi-Build Elastomer)

Belzona® 2121 (D&A Hi-Coat Elastomer)

Problem : The edges of impellers were broken due to impact, abrasion and corrosion.

Date Created: 7/2/2018
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:

Belzona® 1111 (Super Metal) Belzona® 1341 (Supermetalglide)

Problem : Long-lasting NSF approved system was required to protect the potable water pump from erosion-corrosion issue.

Date Created: 4/22/2020
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: TCC-Tanks and Chemical Containment Areas (TCC)  |  Products:

Belzona 5892

Belzona 1511 (Super HT Metal)

Problem : The client chose to use Belzona coating system to replace composite panels.

Date Created: 7/19/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: SHM-Solids Handling Machinery (SHM)  |  Products:

Belzona® 2111 (D&A Hi Build Elastomer)

Problem : Wear on the rubber tail causes imbalance in the pig.

Date Created: 7/2/2009
Industry: Water / Wastewater (WATR)  |  Application: CEP-Centrifugal Pumps (CEP)  |  Products:
Problem : Corrosion and erosion on internal surfaces caused by sewage water.