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We understand that in the steel unscheduled down days hurts profitably.
Our easy-to-use pipe repair systems help repair water systems to keep your machinery cool to run at peak operating performance.
If you are in the cold mill and pickling area where use of aggressive chemicals such as HCL (Hydrochloric Acid) can wreak havoc on buildings and structures such as steel supports, roofing, floors, and you your secondary containment areas. (see case studies for our proven track record)
In the Hot Mill area check out concrete solutions that can handle up to 2000F. Concrete repair can eliminate trip slips and falls that cost industry $15 billion annually according to the Liberty Mutual workplace study trips. Trips, Slips and falls account for the 2nd and third most reported injuries.
Being an independent distributor with 10 independent manufacturers, we have customized solutions to fit your needs.
We understand that unplanned downtime costs money and hurts overall production efficiency. Which is why Unconventional Solutions has technical experts that can help plan for equipment wear and tear, providing solutions and plans to make sure an unexpected leak or equipment failure can be repaired in hours, not days. Repairs can often be done in place and some repairs can be done on actively leaking pipes.
Pulp and paper manufacturing facilities face maintenance issues from corrosion, abrasion, high temperatures, and chemical exposure. Cold weld alternative composites and protective coatings address these challenges, offering cost-effective repairs that reduce downtime and prolong equipment life.
Solutions include restoring solids handling equipment, repairing pumps to boost efficiency, and fixing mechanical parts like shafts and rollers. High-performance materials are also used to protect evaporators, heat exchangers, and chipper discs from wear. Additionally we can help to provide protective coatings to cover areas such as containment structures, concrete, steel, and leak-prone pipes.
We understand that unplanned downtime costs money. Which is why Unconventional Solutions has technical experts that can help plan for equipment wear and tear, providing solutions and plans to make sure an unexpected leak or equipment failure can be repaired in hours, not days. Repairs can often be done in place and some repairs can be done on actively leaking pipes.
Sugar refining facilities face significant challenges from moisture, abrasion, and high temperatures, which can lead to equipment damage. Welding alternative composites and protective coatings offer solutions to common issues such as abrasive wear on screw conveyors, erosion in diffusers, and corrosion on tanks.
For pumps damaged by erosion and corrosion, ceramic epoxy pastes provide an alternative to costly replacements, while shaft repairs use epoxy systems that minimize friction and enhance efficiency.
USI offers comprehensive solutions for Manufacturing, Automotive, Pulp & Paper, Sugar Mills, Chemical Plants, Food & Beverage, Plastics and Powder Coatings Facilities. We understand the constant demand of meeting production deadlines while avoiding unscheduled down days caused by abrasion, corrosion or erosion. We want to partner with you to improve safety, extend the life of your machinery and equipment while giving you an alternative to long lead times on replacement parts or loss of production. Let us provide your team with the technical support, training and troubleshooting to make your project successful.
USI offers a full line of composite repair and protective coating systems.
Let us help you repair, protect, and upgrade your structures, facilities, and machinery.T
USI carries Resimac, USI Repair Kits, Duromar, Cortec and so much more.
USI carries liquid epoxy coatings, hot/cold applied tapes, wax tapes, rockshield and so much more.
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In 2024, OSHA is pushing ever harder to reduce the number of injuries and fatal accidents contributed directly to welding, and has labeled such a “high priority” in its operations.
When evaluating the layup of a manufacturing facility, the task can be broken down by classification of equipment and systems into categories as follows: Structures Equipment Work in progress Finished
Partnering with USI helps clients like you complete successful projects.
Asking the Right Questions Choosing the right coating for your project starts with asking the right questions. Factors like the chemical environment, operating temperatures, pressure, and exposure risks must be considered. It’s tempting to speed through this process, but skipping key details can lead to costly failures. Understanding the full
Ready for Winter? 5 Actions You Can Take Today to Prepare As winter approaches, as a maintenance manager or facility owner preparing your infrastructure to handle the challenges of the cold season is crucial. Here are five essential actions you can take to ensure your operations run smoothly and safely:
THE PROBLEM This Midwest Coke & Battery Plant was having problems with erosion and corrosion in their bag houses, causing small holes that constantly needed welding. They were looking for an alternative to replacement and selected Unconventional Solutions for long-term protection and lower their life cost to do the job.
PROBLEM Inline Pump Rebuild: The veins on this vertical inline pump for a cooling tower at a refinery had severe abrasion wear because of the 30 years of service it provided. The client wanted to see how the Resimac products could perform against the competition, and it came out with
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Learn how to repair, protect and upgrade your chillers with Unconventional Solutions. We review galvanic corrosion and how to repair it on your chiller. Galvanic corrosion (dissimilar-metal corrosion) is an electrochemical process in which one metal corrodes preferentially, when in
This article shows you how to fix an active leak on a concrete pipe in 5 easy steps, without cutting out and replacing a section of pipe. STEP 1 – The pipe was first cleaned and prepped according to the
By Stormy Shaw Flooring Unconventional Solutions offers many kinds of flooring to fit every need. We have both epoxy and urethane coatings for refinishing. We also have repair systems that can increase the life of your existing floor. Whether it
