Our Expertise
Chemical and petrochemical plants require lining systems that survive continuous exposure to aggressive media. Induscoat specifies and applies Chester Molecular and Arcor linings rated for the full pH range, along with cold-curing epoxy repairs from Chester Molecular and Induscoat for flange faces, pump casings and heat exchanger tube-sheets. Every system is selected against the actual service chemistry, temperature and cyclic conditions — then applied with full QA to NACE/AMPP and ISO standards.
Key Challenges We Solve
- Tank and reactor lining (full pH range)
- Flange face and gasket surface repair
- Heat exchanger tube-sheet sealing
- Secondary containment and bund lining
Equipment We Protect
- Above-ground storage tanks (vertical)
- Reactors and pressure vessels
- Heat exchangers and tube-sheets
- Process piping and flange faces
- Secondary containment bunds and trenches
Operational Constraints
- Continuous exposure to aggressive chemistry across the full pH range
- Temperature cycling from cryogenic to high-temperature service
- Strict HSE compliance under ATEX and confined-space protocols
- Short shutdown windows with mandatory LEL clearance before entry
Recommended Products & Brands
- Chester Molecular epoxy and vinyl ester linings for full pH range service
- Arcor VRPE for tank and vessel internals
- Chester Molecular repair mastic for flange face and tube-sheet restoration
Types of Shutdowns
- Planned turnaround (every 3–5 years, 14–30 days)
- Catalyst regeneration or replacement shutdown
- Emergency shutdown on leak detection or LEL alarm
Risks We Help You Avoid
- Environmental contamination from lining failure
- Product contamination through cross-leakage
- Personnel exposure to hazardous process media
- Regulatory non-compliance penalties (CSA Z94, OSHA PSM)
Sector FAQ
Which coatings resist acids and bases in chemical plants?
Induscoat applies vinyl ester and novolac epoxy coatings from Chester Molecular and Arcor certified for the full pH range — from concentrated sulfuric acid to alkaline brines. Each system is selected for the exact fluid, temperature and concentration, compliant with NACE/AMPP and ISO standards.
Do you work in ATEX-classified zones?
Yes. Cold-curing composites (cold bonding) enable repairs in ATEX zones without hot-work permits. We follow site HSE protocols, work permits and risk analyses for every refinery or petrochemical intervention in Canada.
Do you repair heat exchangers in chemical plants?
Yes. We rebuild tube sheets, water boxes and flange faces attacked by galvanic corrosion, with no welding or heat treatment. The ceramic-epoxy topcoat then protects against cooling-water erosion and chemical attack. See our dedicated heat exchanger repair page.