Power Industry Repair and Maintenance Solutions

UNIQUE POLYMER SYSTEMS (UPS) specialises in polymeric metal repair composites and protective coatings that are uniquely designed for the power industry. With over 30 years of experience, our cold-curing, two-part polymeric materials have been trusted by power plants worldwide to withstand extreme operating conditions while providing exceptional resistance to wear, erosion, and corrosion.

Whether your facility generates power from nuclear, fossil, or renewable sources, or is involved in energy distribution, maintenance challenges are inevitable. UPS offers cost-effective solutions to these challenges, helping to minimize downtime, reduce labour and equipment replacement costs, and enhance overall plant efficiency while maintaining environmental compliance.

Fluid Handling Equipment Repair and Protection

Erosion and corrosion in fluid handling equipment can severely impact the efficiency of cooling water systems. UPS METAL REPAIR MATERIALS and coatings are designed to rebuild and restore damaged pumps, tube sheets, and other components to their original profile, protecting them from further degradation. Cold-curing solutions like UPS 105 EG THISTLEBOND METAL REPAIR PASTE effectively repair cracks and holes in pumps, offering outstanding chemical resistance.

CERAMIC LININGS such as UPS 205 FG FLUID GRADE CERAMIC provide long-lasting protection against erosion and corrosion, while UPS 210 CR EFFIEICNY FLUID CERAMIC can enhance pump efficiency by up to 7% on new equipment and up to 20% on refurbished units. High-performance polymeric coatings, including UPS 405 EPC EPOXY PROTECTIVE COATING are ideal for protecting water boxes, end covers, and tube sheets from corrosion.

For cavitation-resistant applications, UPS 236 TUC TOUGHENED URETHANE CERAMIC is an excellent choice for lining turbine runners, wicket gates, and other fluid handling components, reducing wear and prolonging equipment life.

Abrasion-Resistant Systems

To combat the effects of erosion in solids handling and Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) systems, UPS provides polymeric coatings and metal repair composites that resist both erosion and corrosion, even in the presence of chemicals and high temperatures. Products like UPS 200 EG CERAMIC REPAIR PASTE, UPS 519 HD HEAVY DUTY CERAMIC and UPS 241 HDX HEAVY DUTY CERAMIC X are engineered to restore eroded steel surfaces, while ceramic-filled coatings such as UPS 205 FG FLUID GRADE CERAMIC extend the life of critical equipment.

Pipework Repair and Protection

For repairing thin-wall and through-wall defects caused by corrosion, UPS offers a range of solutions including wraps and cold plate bonding techniques. UPS 105 EG THISTLEBOND METAL REPAIR PASTE ideal for bonding repair patches, while UPS 120 XFF FAST CURING METAL FLUID is specifically designed for applications on manually prepared, oil- or water-contaminated surfaces.

For permanent repairs on low-pressure, non-critical equipment, reinforced pipe repairs can be applied in situ within hours. UPS COMPOSITE WRAPPING is perfect for repairing pressurized pipes and eliminates the need for traditional hot work.

The UPS THISTLEBOND EMERGENCY PIPE REPAIR BANDAGE can be used to seal leaks on process pipework within minutes reducing outage and downtime.

Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) can also be addressed using surface-tolerant, heat-activated UPS materials such as, UPS 782 HAE HEAT ACTIVATED EPOXY.

Chemical Containment Area Linings

UPS’s polymeric coatings can be applied by brush or airless spray to line chemical containment areas, channels, and sumps, ensuring long-term environmental protection. Products like UPS 407 EN EPOXY COATING provide resistance to a wide range of aggressive chemicals, making them ideal for these critical applications.

Repair of Transformer Oil and SF6 Leaks

Aging equipment can lead to environmental issues due to leaks. UPS 120 XFF FAST CURING METAL FLUID bonds strongly to oily and wet metal surfaces, making it ideal for sealing live leaks in pipework and other metallic equipment. These cold-applied materials eliminate the need for hot work, are resistant to a wide range of chemicals, and provide excellent long-term corrosion protection.