Belzona, a global manufacturer of polymeric repair and protection materials, has opened its fifth SuperWrap II training center on the European continent in partnership with its Dutch distributor, Perspect Benelux.
The SuperWrap II is described as a composite pipe and tank repair system, primarily used on damaged pipes and tank walls for a fast return-to-service. The system comprises of a fluid-grade epoxy resin, a reinforcement sheet based on fiberglass and carbon fiber, and a release film to consolidate repairs.
The pipe repair kit is available in three enhanced resins for application at different service temperatures, meaning that the solution can withstand temperatures between -60 °C (-76 °F) and 150 °C (302 °F), once cured.
“After an intensive course at Belzona’s training facility in Harrogate, I’m glad to share my knowledge on how to apply the system as a fully certified trainer,” says André van der Graaf, product manager at Perspect Benelux and the person responsible for training at the new facility. “We are working very hard to optimize our facility in Dordrecht, The Netherlands, to receive interested parties on how to apply it in certified conditions.”
Perspect Benelux says it has obtained a wealth of experience in providing for its customers in areas such as pipe repair and tank linings. The opening of the newly certified training center are designed to allow the company to share its expertise with project leaders and maintenance colleagues.
In addition to the new center in The Netherlands, supervisor and installer training is available in the European region at Beltech Solutions AS in Norway; Alliatech in France; Rodator in Spain; and at B.S. Italia in Italy.
An extensive range of courses is also offered at Belzona’s corporate headquarters in Harrogate, United Kingdom, as well as at offices in Miami, Florida, USA; Ontario, Canada, Chonburi, Thailand; and Nanjing, China. These programs are designed to ensure consistently high application standards across the globe.
Meanwhile, Belzona recently opened its first training facility on African soil at AESSEAL, South Africa, with a goal of ensuring that contractors can access a first-class training standard in all locations.
“The opening of these training centers, which are an extension of corporate training, will help ensure that installer and supervisor training is available in the region to ultimately grow the system while offering high-end training and technical support,” says Ian Wade, technical services manager.
Since 2021, training standards are upheld by the company’s trainer committee. This committee audits trainers and facilities, as well as internal staff, every two years to renew their accreditations.
All training is carried out in line with ISO 24817 and ASME PCC-2 to ensure that applications are taught to industry recognized engineering standards. To maximize accessibility, the courses can be delivered in either English or the respective native language of each center.
According to the company, its application and training program promotes the safe and successful applications of its products. The program builds on over 70 years of experience by minimizing failures and continuing to demonstrate innovation and expertise in industrial polymeric coatings.
For more information, visit www.belzona.com/en/about/training.aspx.