CASE STUDY: Brick Manhole Chambers


Substrate
10 x Brick Manhole Chambers
Size
Manholes all approx 600mm x 600mm at various depths, ranging from .75m to 2m deep
Purpose
Drainage system on chemical plant
Condition
Various, ranging from a very severe build up of mineral deposits to oil and grease residue and had previously been coated with an unknown material plus minor structural defects.
Repair details
Chemicals were leaking into the water table causing pollution issues with EA. A sealed system was required because the drains had recently been re-lined because a sealed system was required
Preparation
Where required the manhole was isolated using inflatable drain plugs and then high pressure power washed. Previous coating was removed using a scabbler. Mineral build up was removed using a CP9 and scabbler. The oil/grease residue was removed using acetone.
Spray
1 coat at 6mm applied
Time Scale
approx 7 days
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