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Silos and hoppers

Silos and hoppers require a protection system matched to the exposure, substrate and maintenance window. Preparation, compatibility and continuity at details are as important as the nominal product choice.

Use and application

This page covers linings for silos and hoppers. Start by qualifying the substrate, exposure, service level and maintenance constraints. Krypton ProLine MFE 100, Krypton ProLine AB95P and Krypton ProLine Silver TC are reference points for this use case, not an automatic system selection. Compare the current Products and Systems documentation, and use the associated application context at Hoppers chutes to keep the scope distinct.

Exposure, preparation and continuous protection

Industrial service conditions may combine corrosion, chemicals, abrasion, impact, temperature and cleaning. The system must be selected from the exposure map and substrate preparation, with details controlled as carefully as the nominal coating.

Layers and references

Define the sequence from prepared substrate through primer or bond coat, functional membrane or body coat, reinforcement where specified, and protective or finish layer where required. Use the current technical data sheet for preparation, mixing, consumption, thickness, overcoat windows and cure; the Calculator supports quantities, while Systems and the product references establish the applicable route.

Common mistakes

Selecting by a single headline resistance while omitting temperature, abrasion, chemical contact or impact data.
Leaving edges, welds, interfaces and local repairs below the required preparation or thickness.
Changing mixing, application or overcoat timing without checking the current technical data sheet and revalidation requirements.

Operating sequence

1. Record the exposure, dimensions, substrate condition and service scenario. 2. Map joints, edges, penetrations, drains, upstands and repair zones. 3. Select a compatible route in Systems and verify every layer against the current technical data sheet. 4. Calculate quantities with the Calculator. 5. Approve a representative area, document preparation and application controls, inspect the completed build-up, and release it only when the project requirements are met.