Advanced Tube Sheet Protection with Long-Term Corrosion and Erosion Resistance
The plastocor® Cladding System is a specialized epoxy-based coating technology designed to prevent galvanic corrosion and mitigate erosion-related damage on tube sheets in heat exchangers and condensers. Developed by plastocor International SA (Switzerland) and exclusively applied in India and Asia by Arudra Engineers Pvt. Ltd., the system has set a global benchmark in extending the operational life of heat exchangers.
Widely adopted in power generation, petrochemical, fertilizer, and desalination industries, this system helps protect one of the most vulnerable components in a heat exchanger — the tube sheet — from degradation and failure.
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The Need for Tube Sheet Protection
Tube sheets in heat exchangers are exposed to harsh conditions, making them prone to corrosion and erosion. Galvanic corrosion arises from the interaction between dissimilar metals, like steel sheets and copper alloy tubes. High-velocity water, turbulence, and particulates also cause hydraulic erosion over time.
Consequences of Inadequate Protection
If left unprotected, tube sheets can develop leaks, suffer from frequent maintenance, and experience reduced efficiency. This deterioration leads to increased downtime, poor heat transfer, and in severe cases, total failure of the heat exchanger—resulting in costly repairs and operational disruption.
plastocor® Cladding System: The Protective Barrier
The plastocor® Cladding System is engineered to act as a durable, non-conductive, and erosion-resistant barrier that completely isolates the tube sheet from corrosive and erosive agents.
100% solids epoxy coating with zero VOC emissions
Non-conductive polymeric barrier that breaks the galvanic cell
Abrasion and erosion resistant surface designed for high-flow conditions
Customizable color and thickness to meet operational specifications
Application thickness typically 3 to 5 mm
Application Process
Our application process includes grit blasting to white metal finish, rebuilding damaged areas with plastocor® compounds, and applying a uniform cladding using airless spray systems. Final curing and quality checks ensure long-lasting protection and performance.
Advantages of plastocor® Cladding System
Arudra’s Expertise in plastocor® Applications
As an approved applicator of plastocor® systems since 2003, Arudra Engineers Pvt. Ltd. has successfully delivered turnkey protective solutions for heat exchangers across power, petrochemical, and industrial sectors in India and Asia.
Our teams are trained and certified by plastocor International SA and operate using:
- State-of-the-art surface preparation and coating equipment
- Oil-free compressed air systems and dehumidifiers
- Airless and plural component spray machines
Industry We Serve
Thermal and nuclear power plants
Steel and heavy manufacturing sectors
Petrochemical and refinery operations
Fertilizer and chemical processing industries
Desalination and water treatment facilities
Explore Additional plastocor® Solutions
Arudra also offers other high-performance plastocor® systems such as:
plastocor® Tube-Inlet System
Protects tube inlets against erosion and extends service life
plastocor® Tube-Lining System
Provides internal tube protection for condensers and heat exchangers
plastocor® High-Performance Coating
Shields waterboxes, chambers, and internal surfaces from corrosion
Connect with Us
To learn how the plastocor® Cladding System can extend the life of your heat exchanger assets, or to request a technical evaluation and site survey, please contact our engineering team via the contact form on our website.
For more information about plastocor® technologies, visit:
https://www.plastocor-international.com