PECM Issue 47 2020 | Page 66

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Extending the lifespan of your pipework

Prevention is better than a cure , and that is certainly the case when it comes to the maintenance and repair of pipework When pipes begin to suffer from corrosion , chemical exposure or just general wear and tear , then the consequences can be devastating – as anyone who has ever found themselves dealing with an emergency repair or replacement of a crucial leaking pipe can attest to , especially if the flow cannot be isolated .
Sylmasta maintenance composites and resins are designed to protect and strengthen pipes and other structures . The Sylmasta range of composite pipe repair wraps and epoxy putties , pastes and coatings are used in facilities worldwide to reinforce and protect assets against corrosion , chemicals , extreme temperatures , and to restore pressure resistance .
The SylWrap Pipe Repair Kit takes the Sylmasta ’ s resin technology and puts it into an easy-to-use product which enables any user to permanently repair a leaking pipe in under 30 minutes . Gone are the days of hiring a contractor to carry out a costly repair or replacement . With a SylWrap kit , systems can be repaired instantly , even when pressure cannot be turned off .
The SylWrap kits are so effective that they are now used by the likes of Southern Water , Anglian Water and Affinity Water to make permanent repairs to the UK ’ s water networks and are used around the world in chemical plants , power stations and other processing facilities .
Whether are you looking to extend the lifespan of your pipework , protect it from external factors , or want to find out more about composite pipe repairs , Sylmasta can help . Discover more at www . sylwrap . com . www . sylwrap . com
Smart ergonomic solutions for every workplace
AJ Products is a full-service supplier of furniture and interior solutions for warehouses , manufacturing facilities and offices . A combination of over 20,000 quality products , expert knowledge , in-house design and manufacturing , and high service levels provides smart and unique solutions for every workplace . Everything AJ offers is designed to put employee health and wellbeing front and centre whether efficient pallet racking , ergonomic materials handling equipment , sit-stand workbenches or anti-fatigue mats . AJ Products can provide everything from design suggestions and planning to quick delivery and installation . Finance leasing is also available to make it easier to spread out the cost of projects from £ 1000 to £ 1,000,000 with taxdeductible , fixed monthly payments .
T : 01252 359760 E : info @ ajproducts . co . uk W : www . ajproducts . co . uk
Viper Wire Rope Lubricator ( Viper WRL )
Viper WRL , an Australian owned company , manufactures & supplies wire rope lubrication equipment to the marine , petrochemical , mining and manufacturing industries . The use of the Viper WRL system increases the life of wire ropes by up to 300 % compared to traditional lubrication methods . When used in place of manual lubrication the Viper can reduce relubrication time of ropes by up to 90 % from several days to several hours whilst also providing a safer work environment . As the Viper delivers grease into the wire rope there is also an environmental benefit with less lubricant used and significantly less waste generated . Recently the company has expanded operations with global distribution in over 70 countries & sales have grown by 32 %. UK based A & S International has successfully represented the Viper WRL for more than a decade .
www . aands . international / our-brands / viperwire-rope-lubricators / bio-cleanseal ® Sealing System for Clean Rooms
The new bio-cleanseal ® product line from liquitec ensures the sealing of pipe systems in controlled clean room environments . The system is based on a smooth stainless steel sealing element with an elastomer mono seal for the penetration of pipes between controlled environments . The system is designed for use under various conditions and can also withstand problematic environmental conditions . For example , it is chemical-resistant and Atex-compliant . The installation of the sealing element for pipe penetrations and the orientation of the penetration is very flexible . The sealing element can be attached to ceilings , walls or floors and compensates a slope of the pipe segment of up to 5 °. The sealing system is designed to completely dampen vibrations and also acts as a noise reducer . It also has smooth surfaces , a hygienic design and is manufactured in accordance with regulations and GMP guidelines .
www . liquitec . ch
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