Emergency repair of damaged Column containing hazardous Chemicals using in-house technology

Problem:

PFA Lining : Provides exceptional chemical resistance and durability, making it ideal for handling aggressive chemicals.

Column Segments: The modular design allows for easy installation, maintenance, and customization.

Large Dimensions: The DN 650 diameter and 13.7-meter length ensure ample capacity for efficient stripping operations.

High-Temperature Resistance: The tower is designed to withstand operating temperatures of 160 degrees Celsius.

Customer Profile:

An Indian MNC, which is into manufacture of Organic chemicals, Fluorochemicals & Speciality Chemicals in its state of the art manufacturing units.

Why DuFlon:

DuFlon,an Indian multinational and the largest fluoropolymer processor in South Asia, was the natural choice for this repair work. Key differentiators:
• Proprietary in-house fluoropolymer processing technology.
• Proven track record of exports to over 20 countries.
• Customer-centric approach, backed by consistent product quality and service excellence.

Solution:

Initial surface cleaning carried out using a scraping tool.
A custom wooden clamp was fabricated on-site to assist in securing the replacement sheet using magnetic clamps.
Leveraging DuFlon’s proprietary repair methodology, the entire lining was restored in under 48 hours.
All safety protocols were rigorously followed given the hazardous nature of the environment.

Post-repair, the column underwent comprehensive testing, including spark testing at all joints, with no defects found.

Outcome:

The client resumed operations immediately, minimizing production downtime.
Impressed by the swift and high-quality execution, the client placed an immediate repeat order.

Since then, the client has remained a regular customer, with all DuFlon-supplied parts performing satisfactorily.