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SÄKAPHEN Lining of Process Vessels, Storage Tanks and Silos Lined on Site

Heat Cured and Cold Cured Lining Solutions

SÄKAPHEN offers lining and coating services for a wide range of Process Vessels, Storage Tanks and Silos, from the protection of newly fabricated items to the refurbishment of old or redundant plants. Whenever possible, we can perform the necessary coating and lining operations directly onsite, no matter how complex the task is.

Partnering with SÄKAPHEN ensures a proven workflow is followed for maximum effectiveness and safety. First, a comprehensive analysis and evaluation of operational conditions enables us to recommend the most suitable lining for your process or storage needs. This then leads to agreeing on a suitable time frame for work execution. If needed, we can recommend a primary approved applicator to fulfil your requirements. Supervision or inspection services can also be offered, independently or in partnership with the applicator or end user, all carried out by fully trained, certified personnel.

Onsite polymerization of baked phenolic lining Si 14 EG applied inside large Process Tank used in crude oil production
Onsite polymerization of baked phenolic lining Si 14 EG applied inside large Process Tank used in crude oil production

The operational process begins with cleaning an grit blasting the surfaces to be treated, also to remove any old coating layers. The lining product is then applied in multiple coats until the required dry film thickness (DFT) is achieved. With baked coatings, this also entails heat-curing phases between coats to partly polymerize the coating or lining. Once the target DFT is reached, the lining is subjected to rigorous quality controls, including holiday or spark testing depending on the DFT to identify defects. If any are found and in case a heat-cured coating or lining has been applied the defects are eliminated before the final heat-curing phase and the completion of the lining process, including the production of the required documentation.

External view on Absorption Towers used for CO2 removal in ammonia production, re-lined with SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3K
External view on Absorption Towers used for CO2 removal in ammonia production, re-lined with SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3K
Inside of the Absorption Towers re-lined with SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3K before installation of the build in parts
Inside of the Absorption Towers re-lined with SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3K before installation of the build in parts

As well as Single-Product Storage Tanks, SÄKAPHEN can also externally and internally coat Condensate Tanks where operational temperatures exceed 110°C/230°F, above-ground and below-ground Storage and Waste Tanks, Powder Discharge Vessels and Silos for Polyethylene (PE) or Polypropylene (PP), Water Towers and Absorption Towers (used for absorbing impurities from gas streams i.e. CO2 removal in ammonia production).

Further typical applications

Contamination in an unlined tank previously used for crude oil storage, prior to washing
Contamination in an unlined tank previously used for crude oil storage, prior to washing
Tank being washed to remove contamination from prior crude oil storage
Tank being washed to remove contamination from prior crude oil storage
Tank undergoing sandblasting after washing to remove residual contamination and prepare the surface
Tank undergoing sandblasting after washing to remove residual contamination and prepare the surface
Measuring the surface profile after sandblasting as part of the QA/QC process to ensure optimal preparation
Measuring the surface profile after sandblasting as part of the QA/QC process to ensure optimal surface preparation
Applying Säkaflake 900 White 3K to coat the structural reinforcement as first step the tank lining
Applying Säkaflake 900 White 3K to coat the structural reinforcement as first step the tank lining
Applying the first coat of Säkaflake 900 White 3K to the tank's internal walls at 700µm, aiming to achieve the final DFT with two coats
Applying the first coat of Säkaflake 900 White 3K to the tank's internal walls at 700 microns, aiming to achieve the final DFT with two coats
Removing internal scaffolding after lining the tank's internal walls and completing the QC inspection
Removing internal scaffolding after lining the tank's internal walls and completing the QC inspection
Applying stripe coating to the pipe mounts inside the tank for additional protection and coverage in hard-to-reach areas
Applying stripe coating to the pipe mounts inside the tank for additional protection and coverage in hard-to-reach areas
Applying the final coat of Säkaflake 900 White 3K on the tank floor after a sweep blast, completing the tank lining process
Applying the final coat of Säkaflake 900 White 3K on the tank floor after a sweep blast, completing the tank lining process
Applying Säkaflake 900 White 3K on one side of the flanges and manhole cover, while using a three-coat system for external protection on the opposite side
Applying Säkaflake 900 White 3K on one side of the flanges and manhole cover, while using a three-coat system for external protection on the opposite side
Applying stripe coating of the mid-coat over the zinc epoxy primer to ensure optimal coverage of hard-to-reach areas, such as welds
Applying stripe coating of the mid-coat over the zinc epoxy primer to ensure optimal coverage of hard-to-reach areas, such as welds
Applying stripe coating of the top-coat over the mid-coat to ensure full coverage of hard-to-reach areas, such as welds
Applying stripe coating of the top-coat over the mid-coat to ensure full coverage of hard-to-reach areas, such as welds
Hexane storage tank located in the Middle East, internally lined with SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3K
Hexane storage tank located in the Middle East, internally lined with SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3K
Stripe coating of SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3 on support rings inside a Process Vessel
Stripe coating of SÄKAFLAKE 900 White 3 on support rings inside a Process Vessel
Applying Säkaflake 900 Topcoat 3K on the sealing face before spraying the second layer for enhanced protection and durability
Applying Säkaflake 900 Topcoat 3K on the sealing face before spraying the second layer for enhanced protection and durability
Performing spark testing on Säkaflake 900 Topcoat 3K with a dry film thickness of 500-800 microns to ensure coating integrity and quality
Performing spark testing on Säkaflake 900 Topcoat 3K with a dry film thickness of 500-800 microns to ensure coating integrity and quality

Feel free to contact us for technical advice.

For any specific chemical resistances, fields of use, technical questions or other lining and coating queries, please feel free to contact us for technical advice.

Tel.: +49 20439470 or Email: info[at]saekaphen.de

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