Torn Conveyor Belt Repaired with Belzona Elastomers
Conveyor belt was ripped and needed repair before being put back in service.
CASE
Silo Cone Gap Sealing
Problem
White cement was falling off from a gap between the silo cone and the concrete wall which poses safety concerns for the employees.
Industry
Mining & Quarrying
Application Date
2024
Location
Ontario / Canada
Equipment Application
RPA-Roof Problem Areas
Subtrate
other
Product
Belzona 1121 (Super XL-Metal)
Belzona 9111 (Cleaner Degreaser)
Injection Pistol
Repair Stages
Application Situation
Customer needed a material that would bond to both steel and cement to seal the gap between the silo cone.
Application Method
A blower was used to used remove cement from the surface and surroundings. Belzona 91111 was used to clean the surfaA blower was used to used remove cement from the surface and surroundings. Belzona 91111 was used to clean the surface. Belzona 1121 was then injected using Belzona pneumatic pistol into the gap to seal off the falling materials. Additional material was applied using Belzona applicator to make sure the area is well sealed.
Belzona Facts
Product cured on multiple substrate and the gap was sealed. After 24 hours, an inspection by the production team coProduct cured on multiple substrate and the gap was sealed. After 24 hours, an inspection by the production team confirmed that materials were no longer falling from the gap hereby confirming a perfect seal. Customer is looking at sealing up such gaps with Belzona in the nearest future.
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