From: http://www.smalltimes.com/document_display.cfm?document_id=5736
The capabilities of Integran's technology in nanometallics interested Babcock & Wilcox, suppliers of steam generating equipment to power, utility and industrial plants around the world. The company used the method to repair and restore boiler tubing without removing it from the customer's site.
Integran's method employs electrodeposition to restore the damaged or deteriorated section's thickness. The new metal layer is stronger, tougher and much more wear-resistant than the metal it replaced.
"This method of repairing tubes is a cost-effective way to prolong unit life and maintain the maximum number of tubes in service to preserve operating margins," said Doug Lee, program manager at Babcock & Wilcox Canada. "The technology is not just restricted to internal repairs, but can also be applied externally to piping systems to restore wall thickness reduced by internal corrosion and erosion effects." Received on Sun Mar 30 13:12:00 2003
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