Heavy Equipment Trailer
Situation A construction company was in need of a new heavy equipment trailer. The trailer they owned had been exposed over a long period of time to heavy wear and corrosion. Unfortunately, the company’s budget did not allow for new purchases. As an alternative to purchasing a new heavy equipment trailer, the company decided to…
Read MoreGoldmine Tanks
Situation Seven gold mine leachate tanks manufactured in Argentina; Newfound-land were being corroded due to the hard chemicals used in mining. Aggregates in the tanks, such as heavy metal, rocks and ore were causing abrasion to the tanks. Client specifications demanded a high performance protective coating that included chemical and abrasion resistance, durability, tensile properties,…
Read MoreFoundation Waterproofing
The Situation Damp basements are a frequent complaint of homeowners. A majority of new homes develop basement leaks within 10 to 15 years, largely due to the concrete foundation. Because concrete is porous, water can easily permeate deep into cracks and pores causing damage. The best way to prevent water from eroding and penetrating concrete…
Read MoreFood Processing Facility
Situation A major grocery chain outlet contacted LINE-X seeking a solution to an ongoing issue of maintenance and cleaning difficulties in their meat cutting department. Painted surfaces were difficult to clean and peeling paint from overhead duct runs presented an unsanitary and unappealing appearance. Procedure LINE-X® professionals carefully prepped all areas and protected equipment and…
Read MoreFish Ponds
Situation Several community fishponds were leaking and required lining. Additionally, the fishponds were being vandalized by bricks and other damaging materials being thrown into them. The client required a solution that would protect the fishpond liners from leaking while withstanding the abuse of the bricks. Turn-around time was extremely important. The Koi Carp living in…
Read MoreFire Hydrants
Situation From the moment a typical fire hydrant is installed it begins to rust. Maintenance programs to rectify this problem are labour intensive and costly. Left untreated, a hydrant can quickly become unsightly and a safety hazard. Procedure Hydrants are brought into the LINE-X® store where LINE-X professionals carefully protect the various brass fittings and…
Read MoreFan Shrouds
Situation Several fan shrouds were located in an open warehouse. The exposed sharp edges of the shrouds created a risk of injury to people in the warehouse. Because the shrouds were black they blended into the background, accelerating the risk for accidental injury. OSHA considered the fan shrouds to be a workplace hazard. Procedure The…
Read MoreEncapsulated Floatations
Situation Unprotected foam floatation billets can negatively impact the environment and wildlife. Foam can be damaged by debris, sunlight and chemicals. Rodents and other creatures like to nest in foam, causing heavy further breakdown. The foam can also absorb water over time making docks heavier and less buoyant. Unencapsulated floats are now prohibited in many…
Read MoreEmergency Vehicles
Situation Plywood and aluminium equipment lockers. Diamond plate deck plates. They take a beating. You need protection from rust, corrosion, abrasion, slip hazards. The maintenance and replacement costs along with liability issues can be a huge hit to your bottom-line. Conventional solutions just don’t provide durability or longevity. They don’t give you a full spectrum…
Read MoreDump Truck
Situation A service company used a fleet of dump trucks but found that the materials being hauled in the trucks caused serious damage to the truck beds. The materials eroded the paint and exposed the bare metal underneath to the risk of rust. The contents of the loads also dented the floors, making it increasingly…
Read MoreDump Truck Rail
Situation Dump and spreader bodies look great when they’re brand new, but they quickly deteriorate under normal use. Aggregate and other haul material exits the spreader body and lands on the sloping edges, chipping the thin paint and exposing the steel underneath to rust. The rusty, damaged look of the body also weakens the company…
Read MoreDrum Shell
Situation A leading custom drum manufacturer was experiencing issues with their drums being scratched and damaged due to the continuous packing/unpacking at each tour stop as well as during travel and shipping. This is an industry challenge that all drum manufacturers contend with. Scratches in the paint of the drum shells lead to poor presentation…
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