Case Study Spotlight: Norfolk Naval Water Containment Tank
Category: Industrial Coatings
Applicator: Southern Industrial Linings, Inc.
Location: Naval Station Norfolk, USA
🚧 The Challenge
Built in the 1940s, this 4180m² underground water containment tank at Naval Station Norfolk had taken a beating over the decades. Years of erosion and environmental exposure left the internal concrete heavily cracked and structurally fatigued.
To make things trickier:
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Access was limited to a single top opening, positioned on a 45° incline
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The job had to be completed in cold mid-winter conditions
Replacement would have been a massive logistical and financial headache, so restoration was the mission.
✅ The Solution
Southern Industrial Linings, Inc., an authorised Rhino Linings® Applicator, stepped in with a tailored solution that ticked all the boxes for durability, adhesion and fast turnaround.
The System:
Rhino HiChem™ 1170
A high-performance polyurea coating built for chemical resistance and long-term immersion, ideal for water containment.
Rhino® 1500 Primer
Fast-curing epoxy primer ensured superior adhesion and a smooth, efficient base coat.
Rhino Linings® Quick Set Patch
This product was crucial for pillar reinforcement, offering instant bond strength for critical structural repairs.
💡 The Result
The tank was restored without the need for full replacement, delivering:
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A cost-effective long-term solution
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Outstanding corrosion and water resistance
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Reduced downtime and extended service life
The U.S. Navy can now rely on this tank for years to come, proof that Rhino Linings solutions go beyond the surface to solve real-world infrastructure challenges.
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