Wear Resistant Systems for Chemical Plants

Maintain plant efficiency and integrity with Kingfisher Industrial

Efficient Operations – we understand the pain

Working with some of the world’s biggest chemical producers, we recognise that safety and environmental compliance are never far from the minds of plant managers and engineers trying to match compliance with increasing production. As an unwelcome ‘chemical producer’, the regulators, government and local legislators and surrounding neighbourhoods are constantly wary of all operational activities.

Minimise plant degradation

Plant integrity is key to fulfilling the requirements of local and national bodies whilst at the same time maintaining productivity. In the CAPEX development phase or during everyday plant maintenance, utilising best engineering practice to ensure efficient operation is an industry given. Whether it is the initial raw materials handling stage or during product conversion through chemical reaction, the effects of these operations cause operators continual concern.

The Solution Providers

Incorporating proven technologies to cater for the cyclical nature of both dry and hydraulic processing, engineers can plan for the effects of plant degradation. Installing lining systems to counteract abrasion, erosion or corrosion can enhance the integrity of the processing plant and equipment by many times its design life. In some instances, introducing a lining system can also reduce energy consumption as the internal bore of the equipment maintains its geometry and creates a smooth surface, thus reducing the friction generated from undulating surfaces and the associated higher energy costs.

Whether protecting equipment with ceramic, metallic or polymer lining systems, the benefits soon repay for the cost of installation and give a significant return on investment by eliminating replacement, repair or loss of production costs. Along with the peace of mind that comes with best engineering practice compliance, such benefits ensure plant operation at the forefront of risk management and the reduction of potential environmental contamination.

Protection over replacement

See below an example how Kingfisher Industrial can help with Wear Protection within the CHemical industry

Problem

In the chemical industry, corrosion protection has long been a focal point due to its detrimental impact on capital plant and equipment. Failure to address corrosion can result in plant degradation, unplanned shutdowns, costly repairs, and potential environmental breaches or safety hazards. To mitigate these risks, the industry has adopted best engineering practices, including formal codes of practices, making compliance mandatory for chemical storage and handling.

Solution

One notable instance involved re-engineering a pneumatic conveying pipework system used in a fluidized bed chlorinator for titanium dioxide production. The system injected recycled ore and coke into the chlorinator, a critical process for titanium dioxide synthesis. Despite previous efforts using various wear-resistant materials, frequent pipework replacements disrupted operations and posed safety risks.

Benefit

Based on real-time data and performance evaluations, Kingfisher recommended a tailored solution: using 6mm thick 92P K-ALOX high alumina ceramic liners for upstream pipes and bends, and K-SIL RB silicon carbide liners for downstream components. These liners met stringent compliance standards, including pressure equipment directives, ensuring integrity and safety.

Key Benefits

Improved Wear Resistance

Lining Sysem can be replaced

Increased Operational Uptime

Reduction in Maintenance Costs

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Wear Protection

Kingfisher offer a full range of ceramic, metallic and polymer lining systems. With our experience protecting process plant and equipment in many industrial applications and the performance knowledge of the materials we provide we offer a totally unbiased solution for each individual application.

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