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In this Issue:
· Thermbond Tip: Proper Installation of Ramming Mixes
· Aluminium 2010 Thermbond Presentation
· Stellar Spotlight: Sales Manager, Austria, Oliver Frings
· Application Report: Aluminum Tower Melter
Thermbond Tip: Proper Installation of Ramming Mixes
Helpful Tips for placing Thermbond ramming mixes such as Formula 12-L or Formula 18-R into hex mesh:
- Mix material using only a Hobart-type mixer.
- Place mixer as close to work area as possible for rapid delivery of material to installation site.
- The standard unit of Thermbond ramming mixes is two bags and one jug. For mixing purposes it will have to be broken down into ½ unit or 1/3 unit to fit properly in most Hobart mixers.
- Mix the material in a volume that can be placed before initial setting starts.
- After mixing for two to three minutes the material begins to fold. It is now ready to be removed from the mixer. Place on a wooden mortarboard and spread out. Using a hand trowel, slice the material into 1” slices. This separates the material into smaller masses and gives a few extra minutes of working time.
- When placing Thermbond into hex mesh, push the material by hand into each hex mesh comb, taking time and care to force material into all side openings. After the material is initially placed by hand packing, proper density can be achieved with a rubber mallet or using a pneumatic air rammer.
- After ramming, carefully take clean piece of wood and rub over the top of the hex mesh. This removes excess material from the top of the hex mesh. It is very important to most inspectors that the top of the steel comb is visible.
For additional information about the proper placement of Thermbond ramming mixes or any other Thermbond product, consult our Installation Guide or contact Peter Billi at info@thermbond.com.
Testimonial from Project Manager in Kentucky
"Thank You to those responsible for the quick shipping of the Phoscrete & activator. This morning I was frustrated about possibly losing production, shifting schedules and relocating personnel. Twenty minutes ago a delivery truck pulls in our lot with the material I requested yesterday. I don’t know how it happened but please forward this and our sincere appreciation to all of those who played a roll in making it happen."
Aluminium 2010, Essen Germany
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Visit us in Hall 2: Stand 2B04 |
Stellar Materials is participating in the trade fair Aluminium 2010, from September 14th to the 16th 2010, Essen , Germany.
We invite you to visit us in Hall 2 Booth 2B04 so you can update us on your business and we can update you on the latest Thermbond and Phoscrete technology developments.
In addition we also invite you to attend a technical presentation in English/German/French related to Thermbond refractory materials and their performance features in the aluminum industry.
Event Details
Location
Room Z, Messe Hause Süd, take the elevator to 4th floor.
Dates and Times:
Tuesday 14.09: 13-15 hours: German
Tuesday 14.09: 15-17 hours: English
Wednesday 15.09: 13-15 hours: German
Wednesday 15.09: 15-17 hours: French
Space is limited so if you wish to attend a presentation please contact your local Thermbond salesperson to confirm a reservation.
Free daily entrance cards for the Aluminium 2010 Exhibition are available upon request.
Testimonial from a Maintenance Manager at a Gulf Coast Power Generation Facility:
"We have had a local contractor gunite Thermbond Formula 6-AG for 2 years now to do all of our burner throat repairs as well as new refractory throats. Thermbond Formula 6-AG holds up better than any other refractory to our knowledge because of its bonding capabilities and the ability to start the unit up rapidly."
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Stellar Spotlight:
Oliver Frings
Sales Manager,
Austria and Eastern Europe
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This month’s spotlight shines on Stellar’s Sales Manager, Austria and Eastern Europe, Oliver Frings. He started working with refractories in development, application, and sales with his father in 1982. Oliver’s first introduction to Thermbond was in 2000. Over the years he gained a tremendous amount of experience with the products and that finally led to him joining Stellar Materials directly in 2009.
Oliver is directly responsible for sales and market development in Austria and Eastern Europe. His years of experience in the industry are key to the successful promotion and sales of Thermbond in his territory.
“It's a great feeling to work for Stellar Materials, a worldwide company, with a system in place that allows their employees to manage their own territories. They provide excellent support, a perfect network for success and make you feel like you are part of a big family."
Outside of work Oliver enjoys biking, water skiing, and snow skiing with his nineteen year old son.
Testimonial from a Customer in the Aluminum Industry:
"We got in contact with Thermbond products by the representatives of your European Headquarters.
The advantages of these products convinced us. We are using Formula Products and Phoscrete Hotfloor in our three melting furnaces with a good performance for three years now.
We learned to 'Think Thermbond" and we thank you for your valuable support."
Application Report
Industry: Aluminum
Description of Equipment: Tower Melter
Problem: Repairing a badly worn hot side wall and furnace belly band area in only 3 days.
Solution: Using Thermbond Refractory, a complete veneer repair was possible saving the customer two weeks in repair and start up time. This was accomplished because Thermbond can adhere to good existing refractory and needs far less cure time and dry out time than conventional refractory.
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Part of wall requiring complete veneer
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Veneer repair on hot wall |
Finished hot wall |
Product Being Replaced: Conventional cement bonded castable refractory
Savings Using Thermbond: 5 days of production
Products Applied: Thermbond Formula 2104-L, Thermbrake 403-G, Formula 5-AG, Formula 5-L
Method of Installation: Hand ramming insulating back up lining with Thermbrake 403-G; Casting repair on floor and ramp with Thermbond Formula 2104-L; gunning furnace belly band area with Thermbond Formula 5-AG; casting hot wall with Thermbond formula 5-L;
Equipment Used: Anchor mixer and plastic buckets to move material from mixer to furnace, high frequency 2” diameter pencil vibrator, gunning machine, and air compressor.
Scope of Work: Contractor removed most of hot wall and a good portion of opposite wall’s deteriorated refractory. Insulation board was added to steel. Formed and hand rammed back up wall using Thermbrake 403-G; Cast Formula 5-L.
Installation Date: July 2010
Follow Up: December 2010
For additional information regarding this application report, please contact Stellar's Managing and Sales Director for Mexico, Luis Berlanga at luis.berlanga@thermbond.com
To view this application report in a printable format, please click here.
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