Overview The chemical/oil carrier, built in 2011 and operated by Bernard Schulte Cyprus, had a requirement for a cargo tank refurbishment of 1200m2 after the original coating (from new) had suffered failure. Challenge To remove all the previous coating to a sound substrate and provide a protective lining that would withstand a wide range of aggressive chemicals at high temperatures. Due to the clients budget and time constraints, a cost-effective alternative surface preparation method to grit blasting had to be considered. Chemco offered to utilise a revolutionary method of water blasting and use of a solvent-free coating system for the first time in this industry. The refurbishment process had to be completed within 10 days. Solution To achieve thi

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