MINING SECTOR
Corrosion, abrasion, and fire are not minor operational risks in mining: they are factors that define business continuity.
Corrosion, abrasion, and fire are not minor operational risks in mining—they are factors that define business continuity. At Aplika Control Corrosión, we integrate engineering, international standards, and applied technology to protect critical mining assets, reduce unplanned failures, and maximize operational reliability.
Advanced Corrosion Protection in Demanding Mining Environments
Mining operations both underground and open-pit expose pipelines, steel structures, chutes, hoppers, and process equipment to highly aggressive environments: constant moisture, corrosive soils, acidic water, abrasive friction, and severe thermal cycles. These conditions accelerate corrosion and wear mechanisms, compromising mechanical integrity, operational safety, and OPEX.
At Aplika Control Corrosión, we design mining-specific technical solutions aligned with international standards, focused on extending asset service life, optimizing maintenance strategies, and protecting capital investment.
Technical Solutions Applicable to the Mining Industry
- High-Durability Anti-Corrosion Coatings – ISO 12944
We implement industrial coating systems engineered for environments with high abrasion, humidity, and chemical aggressiveness, protecting steel structures, buried pipelines, and exposed surfaces. These systems significantly reduce corrosion rates and the costs associated with corrective maintenance.
- CUI, CUF, and High-Temperature Protection – AMPP SP0198
Corrosion under insulation (CUI), corrosion under fireproofing systems (CUF), and exposure to extreme temperatures are common risks in mining operations. Our specialized coatings are designed to protect insulated equipment and pipelines, as well as structures protected with fireproofing systems, ensuring asset integrity under demanding thermal conditions.
- Passive Fire Protection (PFP) – UL 1709
The presence of flammable gases and combustible materials requires certified passive fire protection solutions. Our PFP systems are engineered to preserve structural stability during industrial fires, hydrocarbon fire scenarios, and Jet Fire exposure.
- Structural Rehabilitation with Composite Systems – ASME PCC-2 / ISO 24817
We apply composite repair systems to reinforce and rehabilitate pipelines and equipment damaged by corrosion or wear, avoiding costly replacements and extended operational shutdowns.
- Technical Consulting and QA/QC Inspection
We deliver diagnostics, technical audits, and failure analysis aligned with AMPP standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality control, and optimized performance of mining assets.
Critical Operational Risks in Mining
- Continuous friction from equipment and extracted materials, such as coal, accelerates wear and corrosion of metallic surfaces.
- Exposure to acidic water, high temperatures, and humidity accelerates corrosion in underground and surface mining equipment.
- Severe wear due to continuous friction and abrasion.
- Condensation and moisture retention in thermal or cold insulation systems create ideal, hard-to-detect corrosion environments.
- The presence of flammable gases in mines requires passive fire protection to prevent irreversible damage to equipment and structures.
- Contact with corrosive soils accelerates external corrosion, particularly in underground and open-pit mining operations.
Operational and Economic Benefits
- Proven extension of asset service life
- OPEX reduction through predictive and preventive maintenance
- International regulatory compliance and best practices
- CAPEX optimization and operational continuity
- Increased reliability, safety, and risk control
Aplika Control Corrosión is your strategic technical partner in mining.
Request a specialized technical evaluation, corrosion diagnosis, or advisory service for the protection of critical assets and elevate your operation to a new standard of reliability.
