Aug 12, 2021
Sure, replacing a concrete foundation or other structure with concrete makes perfect sense. It was, after all, designed for concrete. In a vacuum, replacing it makes sense. However, construction and maintenance projects in todayโs industrial environments are subject...
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Feb 24, 2020
Itโs hard to believe that it makes sense to โrepairโ a slab with extensive and continuous damage. If youโre thinking about a conventional โpatch jobโ, youโre right. Youโd never be able to justify the time for prep on dozens or even hundreds of small areas much less...
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Jan 24, 2020
Discovered damage in your pit or chest linings? Regular inspections are key to planning work for mill outages. Once youโve made an assessment, you have an idea of what youโll need to plan for on the schedule and for your budget. Most people still wait to perform the...
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Jan 19, 2020
Still think your only option for re-setting and grouting equipment is waiting on a semi-annual shutdown? The truth is, cement and epoxy technology has advanced just like your office computer. New materials and additives have produced products for grouting that allow...
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Jan 18, 2020
Take a look at the range of materials you can use to restore your foundation and grout in one step. Material Chemical resistance Yield per unit Yield extended with gravel per unit Equipment needed SR Deep Pour Epoxy Grout General, mild acids and caustics 2.0 cubic...
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Jan 17, 2020
When restoring and protecting pump foundations, you can use the same chemical resistant patching materials (mentioned in our guide โProduct Selection Guide for Chemical Resistant Concrete Repair Materialsโ) in one step. You can use those same materials you used to...
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Jan 8, 2020
Material Joint Type Consistency Chemical resistance Tools needed Sika ICSL Self-leveling For light traffic, no chemicals Caulk Gun Sika IA Non-sag For light traffic, no chemicals Caulk Gun Pecora 322FC Expansion or control joints Self-leveling Fuels AT 1200S Air...
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Jan 5, 2020
SR Epoxy Sealer Long Term Immersion (LTI): the coating will be immersed in the solution for extended periods of time. Short Term Immersion (STI): the coating will be immersed for up to 72 hours. Splash Zone (SZ): the coating will be exposed to the solution for only...
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Jan 4, 2020
In todayโs industrial and chemical production landscape, the diverse range of chemicals and compounds demands more than a one-size-fits-all approach to containment coatings. Selecting the right product requires a thoughtful evaluation of several critical factors to...
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Aug 6, 2019
Time is money, especially when it comes to industrial operations. In today’s fast-paced world, nearly every process equipment installation is time-sensitive. Ultra-competitive markets and razor-thin profit margins leave no room for extended downtime. Even...
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Jul 20, 2019
Concrete floors face a diverse range of challenges, from chemical exposure to physical wear and tear, making protective coatings a crucial investment in industrial and commercial settings. While epoxy-based coatings have long been a popular choice for sealing and...
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