Corrosion-resistant resins in Zimbabwe
Corrosion-resistant resin solutions for Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, sectors such as mining and mineral processing, water treatment and agro-processing deal with acidic leach solutions, process water and corrosive reagents every day. For storage tanks, process vessels and piping in these environments, AOC offers Atlac® vinyl ester resins and other corrosion-resistant resin systems. They help fabricators build composite equipment with a long service life and low maintenance needs.
Typical applications in Zimbabwe
Atlac® resins are chosen when chemical, thermal and hydrolytic exposure come together. They are used in:
- Storage tanks and process vessels
- Process pipes and ducts
- Scrubbers and chimneys
- Linings for corrosive environments
- Food-contact and potable-water equipment
For projects in mineral processing and other demanding sectors in Zimbabwe, the right resin depends on the specific chemicals, concentrations and operating temperatures.
More than seven decades of Atlac® experience
AOC's heritage in composites goes back to 1947 in the Netherlands, and Atlac® corrosion-resistant resins have been used for more than seven decades. That experience brings extensive laboratory data, field experience and application knowledge to projects in Zimbabwe. Where higher chemical or temperature resistance is required, Novolac vinyl ester solutions extend the operating window.
For filament winding, AOC offers low-viscosity, fiber-wetting formulations selected for the required chemical resistance, mechanical performance and cure profile. Atlac® systems are also available for other composite processes used in tank, pipe and equipment fabrication.
Application-specific Chemical Resistance Advice in Zimbabwe
Every corrosive environment is different. With AOC's Chemical Resistance Advice service, customers in Zimbabwe receive a resin recommendation for their specific application. You provide details such as:
- Chemicals and concentrations
- pH
- Operating and design temperatures
- Exposure conditions
- Construction details
AOC then uses its test database and field experience to advise on suitable resin systems and laminate considerations.
Technical service for fabricators in Zimbabwe
Every AOC manufacturing facility operates under an ISO 9001:2015-certified quality management system, with production sites in the Americas, Europe, India and China. AOC Technical Service supports fabricators with product selection, processing recommendations, trials and troubleshooting, and involves R&D when a tailored development is needed. Product datasheets, safety data sheets and regulatory information are available on request.
Final suitability should always be verified in your own process. Contact AOC to discuss corrosion-resistant resins for your next project in Zimbabwe.