Wencon Case Stories
Explore how Wencon’s epoxy solutions have been successfully applied across various maritime scenarios. See how our solutions save costs, reduce downtime, and enhance the longevity of ship components.
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Explore a selection of case stories
Rebuilding of Stern Boss Flange
Due to bimetallic corrosion the Stern tube Boss Seal Surface has been damaged and required by Class to be recovered.
Thruster Gear Housing
With Wencon Standard Coating a thruster gear housing was rebuilt, repaired and protected against corrosion.
Repair of Ballast Pipe System
With the use of UW Coating and reinforcement tape, leakages on a ballast pipe system was repaired.
Exhaust Bellow Repair
A crack in the exhaust bellow appeared and caused visble smoke gas and soot. It was repaired with Exhaust Repair Compound.
Scrubber Outlet Protection
With Wencon Hi-Temp the scrubber outlet was made resistant to scrubber washing and harsh environment.
Coating of Seawater Filter
With Wencon metal free epoxy we avoided bi-metallic corrosion and extended the service life of important equipment on board of a vessel.
Hull Corrosion Protection
Wencon UW Coating proved invaluable for underwater repairs, allowing easy inspection and demonstrating durability six months after.
Scrubber Unit Corrosion
Gasket causing corrosion to spread into scrubber unit. The repair wa completed on both scrubber unit in 13 hours
Repair of Heat Exchange Cover
Due to bi-metallic corrosion, leaking cover
of the heat exchanger, is a common and well
known problem.
Rebuilding of Cylinder Rams
The hydraulic ram was successfully repaired using Wencon Hi Temp. The areas were carefully masked to prevent material waste.
Suction well in Cargo Tank
During drydocking it was decided to protect suction wells in cargo tank against future wear and tear.
Repair of Split Case Pump
A pump inspection conducted after only two years of service uncovered severe corrosion attacks.
Repair of Rudder Semi Blades
Rudder semi blades was damaged due to cavitation, but rebuilt and protected with Wencon UW Coating and cream.
Cavitated Propeller Blades
8 pcs. Main Propulsion Propeller Blades suffering from cavitation locally, same location addressed on all 8 blades.
Protection of Propeller Shaft
A propeller shaft was exposed to severe bi-metallic corrosion, but protected again with layers of Wencon Coating white and blue.
Rebuild of Thruster Bow Casing
The corrosion was so severe that visible pitting had formed, requiring a complete rebuild.
