Rebuilding of Seawater Filter Strainer
In this case we are rebuilding and coating a seawater strainer filter that was heavily corroded.
Repair of Seawater Filter Strainer
Location
Istanbul, TR
Job and report done by
Esko Marine and BTMteknik
Wencon products used
Coating White & Blue, Cleaner, appl. Tools.
A heavily damaged casing
A seawater filter strainer is used to filter out debris and contaminants from seawater before it enters a ship’s cooling or ballast system, ensuring smooth operation of critical equipment.
Over time, exposure to seawater can cause corrosion in the filter housing, leading to leaks and reduced efficiency.
By applying Wencon Coating, you can prevent future corrosion, protect the metal surface, and extend the lifespan of the filter, ensuring reliable performance in harsh marine environments.
The Wencon application process
Surface Preparation
Surface preparation and cleaning of
all surfaces twice with Wencon
Cleaner.
First layer of Wencon Coating
First layer of Wencon Coating applied
with a brush, in layer of 500 microns.
Then left for semi curing in approx 1 ½
hour.
Second layer applied
Second layer of Coating applied, also
with a brush and in 500 microns. Pls
note that all surfaces, to be in contact
with seawater, are coated twice.
The housing ready for years to come
All surfaces, with possible seawater contact, are now protected by 1000 microns of Wencon Coating. It will take seawater 12-15 years to penetrate, the
epoxy layers. The housings are now ready for many years of service life, without any risk of attack from bimetallic
corrosion.
