Designing Corrosion Resistant Systems

Designing components for the handling, storage and processing of corrosive or abrasive liquids and gases is a challenge best handled by our composite specialists. Engineers must consider resin formulation, glass and synthetic material selection, corrosion barriers. They must design the corrosion resistant inner liner, and structural wall, both of which have unique chemical and structural design parameters. Engineers at Plasticon analyze each new project and review system performance specifications as they select the material and construction methods necessary. (see slide show)

Specialists in Dual Laminate Technology 

In 1952 Plasticon introduced Dual Laminate technology to the chemical industry. Dual Laminate construction combines the superior chemical resistance of thermoplastics with the mechanical strength of GRP. 

The liner is thermoformed, welded and then GRP is chemically or mechanically bonded to form a high performance dual laminate finished product. The added cost of this type of construction is often justified by greater service life, lower maintenance costs and higher process productivity.

Today, many of our customers specify Dual Laminate products for operating conditions requiring high chemical resistance and strength.

Thermoplastic Liners to choose from:

• PVC  (max.   70°C) 
• PP  (max.   90°C) 
• PVDF  (max.   90°C) 
• E-CTFE (max.   110°C)
• FEP  (max.   140°C)
• MFA/PFA (max.   150°C)

Thermoplastic liners are welded by TÜV certified welders and are bonded to the GRP.

Nota: By utilising very high grade resins and reinforcement fibers, our products can be designed for maximum working temperatures up to 220°C.