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Derakane™ epoxy vinyl ester resins

for flue gas desulfurization linings

With good chemistry great things happen.™


FGD linings based upon
Derakane™ epoxy vinyl ester resins
A proven, cost-effective solution to premature corrosion
of stainless steel scrubbers
Nearly 400 flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems have been installed since the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
regulations mandated the use of comprehensive FGD systems to meet emission requirements for sulfur dioxide (SO2) and
mercury in coal-fired utilities. Wet-FGD systems are capable of removing 95% or more of the SO2 in flue gases. However, such
state-of-the-art FGD systems that were intended to last for 25 years are already showing severe corrosion and in some cases,
in as little as three months.

The majority of these FGD units were constructed with duplex stainless steel 2205. This alloy was initially thought to be quite
suitable for such corrosive environments; yet the Electric Power Research Institute has identified more than 80 units already in
need of repair. Duplex stainless steels like 2205 simply do not have sufficient corrosion resistance needed for the exceptionally
challenging absorber environment, particularly in the presence of scale.

Challenges of Stainless Steel in Benefits of Lining Systems Based on


FGD Scrubber Environments Derakane epoxy vinyl ester resin technology
• The immersion zone in the scrubber operates at • Superior corrosion resistance to hydrochloric
about 125°F (52°C), and a pH of 5 and sulfuric acids

• Chloride concentrations typically range around • Proven performance in FGD environments


5000 ppm but have been reported as high as
• Outstanding abrasion resistance
20,000 ppm in some systems depending upon the
coal source in use • Considerably less expensive than absorber
replacement
• Dissolved fluorides further compound the challenge
to metal durability • Linings based on Derakane epoxy vinyl ester resin
technology are an ideal solution to premature
stainless steel corrosion

Epoxy vinyl ester resins have been used for wet-FGD processes in absorber vessels, slurry piping, ductwork and stack liners dating
back to the early 1970s, with the most prominent applications being limestone slurry piping and stack liners. Fiber Reinforced
Plastic (FRP) pipe based upon epoxy vinyl ester resin has been successful in more than 150 plants for over 15 years. In fact, from
2004 to 2010, epoxy vinyl ester-based FRP was used in more than 70 stack liners, 75 limestone slurry piping systems and over 25
FGD scrubbers. All of these systems are still in service today.

The same epoxy vinyl ester resin technology is employed in flake glass lining systems. Epoxy vinyl ester systems are specially
designed to withstand the low pH aqueous chloride environment commonly found in FGD absorbers. These polymers are
frequently employed for corrosion control in much more aggressive chlorine environments such as sodium hypochlorite (bleach)
and hydrochloric acid. It would be rare to find stainless steel in these same corrosive environments.
Global Competency With a Precise Focus on
Customer Challenges
Ashland constantly evaluates the performance of Derakane
resin laminates for corrosion service both in the field and in
our laboratory in Dublin, Ohio. While primary research and
development activities are based in the United States, we
also maintain product development teams in Asia and
Europe to ensure we develop solutions suited to our global
customer base.

Ashland’s technical service team has an industry-leading


reputation for solving problems. We will work closely with our
customers to understand specific application challenges and
recommend the best product to meet business objectives.
Whether focused on product design, process optimization or
new product development, Ashland prides itself on building
partnerships that lead to innovative solutions.

Ashland Inc.
Ashland Inc. is a global leader in providing specialty chemical
solutions to customers in a wide range of consumer
and industrial markets, including architectural coatings,
automotive, construction, energy, food and beverage, personal
care and pharmaceuticals. Through our three commercial
units – Ashland Specialty Ingredients, Ashland Performance
Materials and Valvoline – we use good chemistry to make
great things happen for customers in more than 100 countries.
Visit ashland.com to learn more.
Global Headquarters
Ashland Inc.
50 East RiverCenter Blvd.
Covington, KY 41012 USA
Tel: +1 859 815 3333

Ashland Performance Materials


5200 Blazer Parkway
Dublin, OH 43017 USA
Tel: +1 614 790 3333

Regional Centers

Asia Pacific — Shanghai, P.R. China


Tel: +86 21 2402 4888
[email protected]

Europe — Barcelona, Spain


Tel: +34 93 206 5120
[email protected]

India — Navi Mumbai


Tel: 1 800 209 2475
[email protected]

North America — Dublin, Ohio USA


T: +1 614 790 3361
[email protected]

South America — Araçariguama, Brazil


Tel: +55 11 4136 6477
[email protected]

ashland.com

® Registered trademark, Ashland or its subsidiaries, registered in various countries


™ Trademark , Ashland or its subsidiaries, registered in various countries
© 2014, Ashland
PC-12923

The information contained in this brochure and the various


products described are intended for use only by persons
having technical skill and at their own discretion and risk after
they have performed necessary technical investigations, tests
and evaluations of the products and their uses. Certain end
uses of these products may be regulated pursuant to rules or
regulations governing medical devices, drug uses, or pesticidal
or antimicrobial uses. It is the end user’s responsibility to
determine the applicability of such regulations to its products.
All statements, information, and data presented herein are
believed to be accurate and reliable, but are not to be taken as a
guarantee of fitness for a particular purpose, or representation,
express or implied, for which seller assumes legal responsibility.
No freedom to use any patent owned by Ashland, its
subsidiaries, or its suppliers is to be inferred.
Derakane™ and Hetron™ resins are not labeled in accordance
with the requirements of Architectural, Industrial and
Maintenance (AIM) coatings rules implemented by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (40 CFR Part 59, Subpart D)
and by various States, e.g., Ohio Administrative Code 3745-113.
Coatings based on Derakane and Hetron resins, bearing proper
labels and sold in compliance with AIM regulations are available
from coatings suppliers.

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