In any business setting, ensuring that your equipment is working correctly will help your business and make sure that you don’t have any downtime, therefore losing you money. By putting into place methods to prevent corrosion or erosion of your equipment, you will undoubtedly lengthen its life span. That’s why you should consider investing in the high quality cooling tower coating on offer from the team at COVAC. Being the only supplier and applicator of the specially formulated 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane 165PW coating, you can rest assured that you will receive a long lasting, preventative method.

The nature of water being stored in a tank can unfortunately lead to bacteria growth, which will render any liquid in it unsafe. Due to this, you need to ensure that you coat your cooling tower to meet the relevant legal codes of practice in ACOP L8.

Due to how the coating the team at COVAC use is formulated, it will ensure that potentially harmful bacteria have no room to grow and won’t harbour; a common problem regularly found in many towers.

The formula will also offer you many other benefits including financial savings as older methods of coating towers would erode over time and need replacing, however by using 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane 165PW, you will be provided with a long lasting, durable solution.

If you are considering cooling tower coating then look no further than the team at COVAC. For a fully comprehensive service that will ensure your tank is protected for years to come, visit the website or call one of the team today.

Untreated cooling towers can pose potential, serious health risks. Because cooling towers are used to transfer heat waste into the atmosphere, it is vitally important that the tower is regularly maintained to reduce the risk of contamination to people within the surrounding areas. Here at COVAC we specialise in professional cooling tower refurbishment complete with a minimum 10 year guarantee against future leaking and corrosion to give you peace of mind that your company are not jeopardising the health of the local community via your cooling tower.

Such are the growing health and safety concerns regarding the serious implications of untreated cooling tower use, the government have introduced legislation designed to encourage companies to ensure the safe operation of maintained and sufficiently treated cooling towers in order to reduce potential health risks.

Health and safety concerns can arise from a cooling tower that does not have a professionally coated internal surface. Many cooling towers are often coated in non-approved (WRAS/DWI) paint such as bitumen or epoxy. These coatings can provide minimal levels of chemical resistance and corrosion is inevitable.

The internal steel substrates of the cooling tower are at genuine risk of progressive corrosion with continued use and micro aquatic bacterial growth soon occurs inside the cooling tower. One common bacteria that can be found within cooling towers is Legionella – the bacteria that causes the potentially fatal Legionnaires disease.

Legionella bacteria are common in natural water courses such as rivers and ponds. Since legionella are widespread in the environment, they may contaminate and grow in other water systems such as cooling towers and hot and cold water services. They survive low temperatures and thrive at temperatures between 20-45°C if the conditions are right, e.g. if a supply of nutrients is present such as rust, sludge, scale, algae and other bacteria.

When water carrying heat waste passes through the contaminated cooling tower, potentially deadly bacterium is carried through and transferred into the atmosphere posing a serious risk to the welfare of people living and working in the surrounding areas.

At COVAC we can help you to maintain your cooling tower to ensure you are not putting lives at risk. Our specialists can refurbish your cooling tower using the specially formulated 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW. This WRAS and DWI approved solvent-free technology provides a long-lasting cooling tower coating with an easy clean, ceramic tile-like finish, meaning that future cleaning and maintenance is much easier and quicker thus preventing the build up of the nutrients that feed the potentially fatal bacteria.

If you would like to learn more about our professional cooling tower refurbishment services, please don’t hesitate to call our team at COVAC today on 08000 484609.

When a problem occurs within your cooling tower that requires expert attention, you need assurance that the refurbishment work carried out will not only initially restore the tower to optimum conditions, but will also provide a superior level of protection for the years ahead. The best way to ensure this is by choosing a company that offers a guarantee on the service and product they provide, which is why COVAC are the very best team to call upon for cooling tower refurbishment.

As the solely approved applicator for 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW, we are industry leaders in the refurbishment of many different types of cooling towers. This is fully backed by the long term guarantee we issue on completion of the project, a guarantee that is completely endorsed by 3M.

The most common problem we encounter with cooling towers is extensive corrosion, even if an existing coating is evident. Coatings such as bitumen and epoxy are frequently found within cooling towers, both of which are non-approved (WRAS / DWI) and do not possess the chemical resistance or elongation properties required for the long term protection of a cooling tower.

The initial aesthetic difference we can make to your cooling tower can be seen for yourself through our extensive ‘before and after’ photos located within our website. These images highlight the level of proficiency we are able to work to so when coupled with our long term guarantee, you can rest assured the services we provide are simply second to none.

The 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW coating we apply carries a host of advantages to cooling towers. Not only is it a solvent free technology which reduces the environmental impact, but it also benefits from a high degree of flexibility, long life performance and has an easy clean, tile like finish.

If you would like to know more about the cooling tower refurbishment we are able to provide complete with a long term, 3M approved, guarantee, simply browse our website today and discover the many benefits of making us your preferred choice.

It is of paramount importance to ensure that the interior surface of cooling towers is both clean and bacteria free to reduce the risks of Legionella contamination. At COVAC our professional team of experts can provide reliable and efficient cooling tower refurbishment in order to ensure your cooling towers are in the best possible condition and are easy to clean during future maintenance.

Even if the cooling tower has an existing coating it may not have the chemical resistance or elongation properties required and we often see existing coatings delaminating from the substrate leaving it vulnerable to further corrosion and contamination. The internal surfaces of cooling towers can also come into direct contact with chemicals that pass through it making the internal substrate even more susceptible to corrosion and subsequent deterioration.

If this corrosion is neglected, eventually the internal steel surface will be at risk of progressive corrosion that will lead to the growth of micro aquatic bacteria such as Legionella. We are all now under legal obligation to ensure that we adhere to regulations set in the practical guidance of ACOP L8, designed to prevent such contaminations from spreading from the surfaces of cooling towers.

Another ongoing problem with cooling towers is the mastic between the joints which, over time, begins to deteriorate and lose its elasticity and this, coupled with the movement associated with this type of structure, can cause leaks that can be catastrophic

With the pressure of eradicating such serious dangers in mind, it is vitally important that you seek the services of a professional team like the one in operation at COVAC, to provide efficient and reliable cooling tower repairs and refurbishment.

COVAC are the only UK supplier and approved applicator of 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW, a solution designed to protect interior surfaces of cooling towers from corrosion. This industry approved solution is proven to resist the growth of micro aquatic bacteria and has excellent elongation properties to cope with structural movement, whilst providing a long life performance and minimal maintenance solution.

For further information about the range of professional services we can provide at COVAC, including our reliable cooling tower refurbishment that incorporates industry approved solutions, contact our team today on 08000 484609.

In this latest post, COVAC discusses where to go for cooling tower refurbishment renowned for the high level performance and exceptional durability it offers.

When you find fault with your cooling tower, it can be difficult to ascertain the best course of action for you to follow and many may consider replacing the structure all together. Before you make a decision, contact the professional team here at COVAC for an honest and trusted opinion on cooling tower repair or replacement you can rely on.

There are other methods you can look into that promise to restore your cooling tower to its former condition; however you may find that some of these less reputable procedures do not deliver the long term results you had hoped for. Coming to us means you have taken the first step towards a method of cooling tower repair that never fails to deliver impressive results.

As the UK’s only supplier and approved applicator of 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW, you can rest assured that the repair we carry out is like no other. This method of restoring cooling towers is proven to provide a long term solution to many associated problems that can arise within such a structure.

This coating is ideal for those seeking to protect their cooling tower from the growth of all kinds of bacteria, including the extremely harmful legionella bacteria. In addition to such high levels of protection, it is also incredibly flexible, accommodating the movement associated with these types of structures.

The quality of the product is highlighted in the fact that it is fully approved by the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme, as well as by the Drinking Water Inspectorate.  This means our product has been independently tested to ensure that it is resistant to micro-aquatic organisms.

Maintenance is inevitable when it comes to all structures to ensure they are working to the best of their ability; allow us to implement a system that provides quality and longevity to the tower through the easy clean, ceramic-tile like finish of the coating and high levels of chemical resistance that could reduce downtime of cooling towers.

If you would like to know more about the methods of cooling tower repair we are able to provide, simply browse our website today or call one of our friendly team for further advice.

When your cooling tower needs to be refurbished to ensure maximum performance, you will understandably want to source experienced professionals to complete the work for you. That is where the team at COVAC come into the equation. We have been conducting cooling tower refurbishment to the very highest standard for over 15 years.

As the only UK supplier and approved applicator of 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW, we can be relied upon to complete refurbishment work that will provide effective results for years to come. Furthermore, by preventing corrosion and erosion within all manner of water retaining structures, we have helped, and are continuing to help, many companies within various sectors reduce costs and downtime by supplying a long lasting, easy clean protective coating for their water tank or cooling tower.

Our ethos is focused solely on helping you ensure you have the functional and compliant cooling tower that you expect. With a team of site supervisors, operatives and technicians who are all vastly experienced and highly trained, there isn’t a cooling tower scenario that we haven’t seen previously. This therefore places us in a prime position to resolve your particular problem with as little disruption and inconvenience as possible.

Along with our technical excellence and professionalism, we make sure never to compromise on customer interaction and satisfaction at any point. We always take the time to listen to your requirements, assess the problem in depth and use a common sense approach to provide an effective repair.

No matter what size or shape your cooling tower is, or even where it is located, our team can be trusted to implement efficient techniques for a successful refurbishment. Once the new coating has been applied to the interior of your cooling tower, you can rest assured that the chances of future problems will be significantly reduced.

Taking all of this into consideration, should you be looking for a reliable, experienced and professional company to conduct your cooling tower refurbishment, COVAC are the only team to call. To find out more on any of our services, feel free to call a member of our team or browse our website.

As time progresses and use continues on a regular basis, the need for refurbishment work on your cooling tower is almost a certainty. The most common problem is the deterioration of the internal surfacing as the coating used to protect it reaches the end of its lifespan. When this occurs, it is vital that you call in our professional team here at COVAC to conduct effective cooling tower refurbishment to restore it to a superior condition.

The previous coating used is likely to have come to the end of its lifespan due to sub-film corrosion, low film build, poor chemical resistance and general deterioration so needs to be removed fully and replaced as quickly as possible. If left without action, there is an increased possibility that the problem will steadily worsen and the water stored within your tower will become contaminated.

Fortunately at COVAC we have the solution to this problem thanks to the innovative 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW which is known for its economic, environmental and technical benefits for all types of cooling tower.

On introducing the new coating, it will resist the growth of all forms of bacteria including Legionella, providing assurance that the water within the tank has a significantly reduced risk of contamination. Its easy clean, ceramic like finish also makes it far easier to clean and maintain in comparison to its traditional counterparts, so you can keep the cooling tower in a much better condition than you may have previously been able to.

The coating has excellent adhesive properties to steel and can be applied either through a brush or roller, or by using specially designed spray equipment. The speed of applying the coating ensures that downtime is kept to a minimum and once introduced, it will provide long lasting performance without the need for excessive maintenance work.

If your cooling tower is not performing to the standard which you expect, it could be due to a need for cooling tower refurbishment. If this is the case, you can rely on us at COVAC to use only the highest quality products to restore your tower to a superior condition and ensure it is fully functional once more.

The longevity of your cooling tower is dependent on regular maintenance and cooling tower refurbishment, as without such care and attention it is likely that the structure will not continue to provide the level of service required due to corrosion. If you are seeking the professional services of an experienced and qualified cooling tower repair company, the approachable and highly skilled team here at COVAC are the company to call upon for a product and service you can rely on.

Excessive corrosion will often occur on the internal surfaces of cooling towers due to the demise of the coating previously applied. This corrosion can often be as a result of historically used industrial paints such as bitumen or epoxy that does not contain the chemical resistance or elongation properties required for the cooling tower to function efficiently for long periods of time.

When we begin the process of refurbishing a cooling tower, we take great care to ensure that WRAS/DWI compliant products are used in accordance with the guidance of ACOP L8 to reduce the risk of Legionella bacteria.

The success of each and every refurbishment we undertake is dependent on the perfect blend of our highly trained workforce and superior products such as 3M™ Scotchkote™ Urethane Coating 165PW. This preferred coating offers a host of benefits including;

•    Excellent levels of flexibility, making it perfectly capable of adapting to structural movement

•    A ceramic tile-like finish ideal for keeping clean with minimal fuss

•    Extremely high resistance to the growth of bacteria

•    Free of solvents

•    Resistant to chemicals, in turn giving in a longer performance with very little maintenance

•    A fully endorsed long term guarantee by 3M

So if you are looking for a company to provide your cooling tower with the very best refurbishment available, then we are the team to choose.

If you would like to know more about the processes of cooling tower refurbishment, do not hesitate to browse our website here at COVAC for an array of information on a host of repair and replacement services we are able to carry out.

Choosing to dismiss the condition of your cooling tower can prove detrimental over an extended period of time. If you notice that the cooling tower is no longer looking its best, then it is highly advisable to have it looked at by a professional team of specialists, to repair and restore the cooling tower to its optimal condition. As industry leaders, we at COVAC remain at the forefront of our sector, by providing practical solutions to any issues associated with cooling towers. Here, we will take a look at some of the benefits of cooling tower repair and maintenance.

Health

Leaving a cooling tower to slowly corrode and deteriorate can carry significant health risks. In many cases where the tower has been coated with an epoxy or powder coating, the internal steel substrates have begun to corrode, leading to micro aquatic bacterial growth.

This can lead to Legionella, Pseudomonas and Biofilm, which in turn can precipitate the risk of severe health problems to those within the vicinity of the tower.

Durability

When carrying out any repair on your cooling tower, we make sure to leave your structure in the best possible condition, so that it remains durable and resilient well into the future. By applying our unique urethane anti-corrosion coating system, your tower will be left protected against the attack of bacteria, capable of handling high levels of impact and chemical resistance.

Cost-Effectiveness

Having your cooling tower repair carried out by our team of professionals will greatly reduce the need for any further maintenance work in the future. An ongoing issue with many towers lies with the mastic between the joints which is prone to chemical attack and, consequently, loses its elasticity over time. Left untreated, the structure may begin to leak, leaving you with a disastrous situation to manage.

Future Maintenance

The implementation of our professional repair techniques and coatings will prevent the leaking of water and chemicals from the mastic/joints and ensure that the tower is left with an easy to clean finish for ease and convenience in the future to make keeping the tower in its optimal condition easier than ever with the added benefit of reduced downtime.

The benefits of our expert cooling tower repair service have been proven countless times. As a highly experienced company, we are able to continue to ensure the efficiency and excellent condition of cooling towers for the long term future and subsequent peace of mind for all our clients.

Over time, you may see your cooling tower internally begin to deteriorate. For many, this is inevitable due to the previous coating which has been used on the inside of the structure. Once the tower starts to become damaged, it will only begin to grow worse, which is why it’s vital to get it repaired as soon as you notice anything going wrong. As specialists in cooling tower repair, we at COVAC are able to offer free site surveys and recommendations in order to successfully refurbish all cooling towers to their optimum state, allowing them to continue to function effectively.

Believe it or not, the inside of many towers have been coated with a substandard epoxy or powder coating, which is not practical, as they do not possess the characteristics to resist chemicals and corrosion. This means that we see many worn down and damaged cooling towers across the projects we complete, but we are determined to change this!

If left untreated, the damaged surface of the cooling tower may begin to affect the internal steel substrates, growing from bad to worse, so it’s important to get any issues quickly repaired. We are able to provide you with a free of charge site survey and   swift quotation for your cooling tower repair prior to beginning any work, so that you are fully aware of any costs and anticipated downtime  before any work commences.

After receiving your quote and you’re happy to go ahead, we will set to work using our expert techniques and methods, to ensure your tower is restored to a healthy condition. We always reline cooling towers with 3M Scotchkote 165PW Solvent Free Polyurethane , which provides numerous benefits to the tower itself.

This chemically resistant , anti-corrosion,high -build coating is proven to repel the growth of bacteria, remaining strong and resilient, even in the most aggressive of conditions. Its long-life nature will allow your cooling tower to stay in the best state for the longest time, reducing the risk of costly maintenance further down the line

If you need a cooling tower repair service, then we can help . If you would like to receive a free site survey and our recommendations and quotation, simply contact us today through our online form, or give us a call on 08000 484609 for further friendly advice.