UNIQUE POLYMER SYSTEMS provides advanced repair solutions for industrial components, ensuring longevity and reliability. This case study details the successful repair of a gate valve using our UPS 365 RR RUBBER REPAIR 60 to replace a damaged gasket.

A gate valve in an industrial setting was experiencing issues due to a torn rubber gasket that could no longer create an effective seal. This problem jeopardized the valve's ability to function properly, potentially leading to operational inefficiencies or system failures.

The challenge was to replace the damaged gasket quickly and effectively, ensuring that the new gasket would form a reliable seal and restore the valve’s functionality. The solution needed to be durable and capable of withstanding the operational demands of the valve.

UNIQUE POLYMER SYSTEMS provided a targeted repair solution using UPS 365 RR. The repair process involved the following steps:

Removal of Damaged Gasket

- The existing damaged gasket was removed, and the steel substrate of the valve was prepared using the UPS MINI-BLASTER to create a clean surface for the new gasket.

Surface Preparation

- The inner rim of the valve was primed with UPS 366 P PRIMER to ensure optimal adhesion of the repair material.

- The mating gate valve surface was treated with UPS RELEASE AGENT, which would prevent the new gasket from adhering to the valve, allowing it to open and close smoothly. 

Application of UPS 365 RR RUBBER REPAIR 60

- UPS 365 RR was applied to the primed inner rim at a nominal thickness of 4mm. The valve was then closed to ensure that an effective seal was created.

- Once the material cured, the gate valve could be opened and released from the new gasket, thanks to the prior application of the release agent.

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The application of UPS 365 RR successfully replaced the damaged gasket, restoring the gate valve’s ability to create a reliable seal. The repair ensured the valve could continue to operate effectively, preventing potential operational disruptions.

This case study demonstrates the effectiveness of UNIQUE POLYMER SYSTEMS' rubber repair solutions in restoring critical components in industrial systems. Our advanced materials and precise application process provided a durable solution that extended the life of the gate valve and maintained its operational efficiency.