
Posted by Gordon England on February 26, 2004 at 00:39:25:
In Reply to: Replacement metal for corroded structural members posted by David Searle on February 25, 2004 at 22:24:50:
: Is it possible to metal spray full sections of structural members so as to return them to their original strength? E.G. Spray against a former to replace the bottom flange of a beam which has small areas completely corroded away.
Hi David
It is important to understand that a thermal spray coating can be used to restore original dimension, but NOT the original strength. This is a case where I would strongly advise against using a thermal spray coating.
Regards Gordon
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