General Maintenance Services

Comprehensive Maintenance Solutions for Cement, Power, Processing, Pulp and Paper and Other Industrial Plants

At Corrosion Monitoring Services (CMS), we specialize in industrial plant maintenance, offering expert services for biomass energy, cement, chemical processing, pulp and paper and other types of industrial plants. CMS’s maintenance solutions ensure your plant is back up and running smoothly on schedule. From detailed inspections to critical repairs, including corrosion and erosion control, our expert mobile teams cover all your inspection and maintenance needs.

In fact, when CMS inspectors spot a problem, they are often able to repair it on the spot, saving customers time and money. That has included everything from identifying/welding corroded areas in ducts to finding/patching holes in stacks with steel plate and much more. Most of our general maintenance services are covered below, but we also welcome new projects, so please request a quote on any unique challenges that you might be facing.

Thorough Inspection and Repair

Heat Exchangers: We inspect, clean, and repair heat exchangers to ensure efficient heat transfer and prevent fouling.
Flue Gas Ducts and Stacks: Our team provides regular inspections, cleaning and repair of flue gas ducts and stacks to avoid blockages, patch holes, and help ensure compliance with emission standards.
Fuel Handling Systems: We inspect and repair fuel handling systems, including conveyors and hoppers, for biomass and cement plants.
Pulp and Paper Processing Equipment: CMS inspects and repairs pulp and paper equipment, including digesters, washers, screens, and dryers, to optimize performance.

Corrosion and Erosion Inspection and Repair

Pitting and Cracking: Our specialists address corrosion and erosion issues, such as pitting and cracking in critical components and dust collectors.
Fouling, Corrosion, and Erosion: We inspect, identify and repair fouling, corrosion, and erosion problems in plant equipment to ensure integrity and performance.
Erosion Damage: We inspect and repair erosion damage in high-wear areas, such as tubular air heaters, fans, and ducting (where fly ash is abundant), to prevent further deterioration and ensure durability.

Mechanical Repairs and Replacements

Welding Repairs: Our skilled welders perform high-quality welding repairs to restore the integrity of damaged components.
Pumps and Valves: CMS provides pump and valve maintenance, including inspections, repairs, and replacements.
Bearings and Seals: We replace worn bearings and seals in rotating equipment to ensure smooth operation.
Dryers, Conveyors, and Silos: Our team repairs and replaces components in pulp and paper dryers and cement plant conveyors. We have even removed solidified concrete from silos.

Environmental Compliance

Emission Control Systems: CMS inspects, cleans, and repairs emission control systems such as scrubbers, electrostatic precipitators, and filters. In addition, CMS inspects and repairs stacks (e.g. overlay support collars etc.), gas conditioning towers, and other areas of your plant where compliance is critical.
Waste Handling Systems: We maintain systems for handling and disposing of industrial waste and byproducts, such as baghouses, hoppers, ash doors, etc., and are able to supply replacement parts when needed.

Structural Repairs and Maintenance

Structural Repairs: Although CMS has made a wide variety of structural repairs over many years, it does not perform structural engineering. We work with your staff or contractor as required.
Catwalks, Ladders, and Handrails: CMS inspects and repairs catwalks, ladders, and handrails to ensure safety and compliance.
Manways: We inspect, repair, fabricate, and install manways for safe access and secure sealing. CMS also fabricates and installs manways to meet your needs.
Pad Eyes and Ladder Rungs: CMS custom-fabricates and installs ladder rungs and multi-directional pad eyes.

Duct and Fan Inspection and Repairs

Duct Systems: CMS inspects ductwork to ensure optimal airflow and prevent blockages. We repair damaged sections for enhanced system efficiency.
Expansion Joints: CMS inspects, repairs and replace expansion joints on a regular basis. CMS can also supply expansion joint materials. Please see more details here
Fans: We perform detailed inspections and work with industry partners to repair industrial fans, including balancing, lubrication, and replacing worn or damaged blades and bearings. CMS also inspects and repairs fan housings.

Bag House Inspection and Repairs

Filter Bags: CMS inspects and replaces bag house filter bags to ensure effective dust collection and compliance with emission standards.
Cages and Framework: We inspect and repair bag house cages, including cage bullets, as well as framework to maintain structural stability and functionality.
Cleaning Systems: Our team can maintains and repairs bag house cleaning systems, including pulse-jet mechanisms and shaker systems, to ensure efficient dust removal.

Operational Readiness Checks

Training and Safety Drills: We provide staff training and conduct safety drills to prepare for emergency situations.
High-angle Inspection Experts: CMS's inspectors are trained in confined-space safety and high angle inspection. We also offer safety teams when needed by facilities, often staffed by experienced first responders.
Detailed Reporting: Our detailed reports provide information that can be used plan yearly maintenance activities as well as long term planning.

Regular maintenance activities, including thorough inspections and timely repairs, are vital for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation in cement, coal, processing, power, pulp and paper, and other types of industrial plants. Corrosion Monitoring Services ensures proper planning and execution of these activities, minimizing downtime and preventing unplanned outages. Trust CMS for expert industrial maintenance services and keep your plants running at their best.

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