To prevent leakage when storing high-humidity materials, the joint treatment of bite-type steel silo equipment requires a comprehensive system, from basic protection to long-term maintenance. Each step must prioritize the structural characteristics of the equipment and the impact of high-humidity environments. First, preventing leakage in bite-type steel silo equipment requires surface pretreatment of the steel plates. High humidity environments easily cause moisture, rust, and oil to adhere to the steel plates. Sealing without cleaning can severely impair the adhesion of the sealing material. Therefore, mechanical polishing or chemical rust removal is necessary to thoroughly remove impurities and ensure that the steel plates on both sides of the joint are clean and rough. Subsequently, an appropriate anti-rust primer should be applied promptly to provide a solid initial anti-corrosion barrier for the joints of the bite-type steel silo equipment, preventing premature rust and damage to the sealing structure in high-humidity environments.
After completing the basic treatment, a multi-layer sealing structure must be constructed for the joints of the bite-type steel silo equipment. First, check the joint fit formed during the bite-jointing process to ensure the edges of the plates are tightly connected to minimize initial gaps. Next, select a sealant with excellent water resistance, aging resistance, and elasticity to evenly fill every gap in the bite-joint joint, ensuring full contact between the sealant and the steel plate surface, forming a continuous, seamless first seal. Furthermore, sealant tape made of materials such as butyl rubber is added to the bite-joint joints of the bite-type steel silo equipment. The tape's flexibility further fills tiny gaps while also adapting to slight deformation of the silo due to temperature fluctuations or material pressure, preventing cracking due to structural expansion and contraction. This double sealing strengthens the bite-joint anti-seepage capabilities of the bite-type steel silo equipment.
Because rain and dew in high-humidity environments can erode the sealing layer over time, an external protective coating is also required for the bite-type steel silo equipment's bite-joint joints. Choose a special coating with strong weather resistance and excellent water resistance and apply it evenly to the seams and surrounding areas to form a tough protective film. This film not only prevents external moisture from directly contacting the sealing layer but also resists damage to the sealing structure from ultraviolet rays and temperature fluctuations, extending the service life of the seam sealing system of bite-type steel silo equipment. For areas prone to water accumulation, such as the roof and bottom of the silo walls, drainage design should be optimized. For example, diversion channels should be installed near the seams of the roof to guide rainwater away quickly, reducing its retention time in the seams and minimizing the risk of leakage from an environmental perspective.
Post-maintenance is also a key step in ensuring the effectiveness of leak-proof seams in bite-type steel silo equipment. High humidity accelerates the aging of sealing materials. Regular inspection plans are necessary. Visual inspections and water seepage tests are essential to promptly detect cracking, peeling, or aging of the sealant in the bite-type steel silo equipment's seams. Once an abnormality is detected, repairs must be immediately initiated. First, remove impurities and residual sealing material from the damaged area. Then, reapply sealant and install sealing tape. Apply protective coating if necessary. This ensures that the seams in the bite-type steel silo equipment remain well sealed. This prevents seal failure, which can lead to moisture and agglomeration of high-humidity materials, or internal rust in the silo, which could affect the overall service life and storage quality of the equipment. The entire process must be closely integrated with the structural characteristics of the bite-type steel silo equipment, ensuring that each measure is precisely targeted at the seams, forming a cohesive anti-seepage system to effectively address the leakage challenges posed by high humidity environments.
