Slovakia
In Ružomberok, Slovakia, the 204-m-high industrial chimney of the Mondi SCP pulp and paper mill received a new surface protection and visual refreshment. 20 years ago, a coating system from MC-Bauchemie was applied to the chimney, now it has been renewed with the high-performance coating system MC-DUR 2496 CTP.
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Revitalising the 204-m-high industrial chimney in Ružomberok
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Slovakia
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The industrial chimney of the Mondi SCP plant is one of the most striking structures in Slovakia – it is the country’s third-highest industrial chimney and the seventh-highest building overall. Built in 1981 from reinforced concrete, it has since shaped the skyline of Ružomberok, a key location of the pulp and paper industry.
The recent refurbishment work was carried out by Vertical Industrial a.s., the same company that had applied the original coating 20 years earlier using MC-Bauchemie products. The aim of the project was to ensure long-term protection of the concrete surface and to preserve the chimney’s distinctive appearance.
After 20 years, the existing coating had weathered due to environmental exposure. On a total surface area of around 5,200 m², contamination, deposits and weathered areas had to be removed. In addition, the chimney’s exposed position and working height of over 200 m required precise logistical planning and the use of specialised access techniques.
Following thorough cleaning of the concrete surface by high-pressure water jetting, Vertical Industrial a.s. applied two coats of the high-performance coating system MC-DUR 2496 CTP, which can be applied by brush, roller or spray. The low-solvent, coloured epoxy resin offers excellent adhesion, high chemical and UV resistance as well as outstanding durability – key properties for long-term protection in industrial environments. Moreover, MC-DUR 2496 CTP impresses with its extended working time combined with accelerated curing, which is independent of humidity and temperature. This combination ensures high application reliability and flexibility, even under challenging site conditions.
As the new coating showed excellent adhesion to the existing old coating, the application could be carried out efficiently without the need for complete removal of the old material. For the colour scheme, the client chose RAL 7035 (Light Grey), RAL 9003 (Signal White) and RAL 3020 (Traffic Red), giving the chimney a fresh yet distinctive appearance.
Thanks to the MC-DUR 2496 CTP coating system, the Mondi SCP industrial chimney is once again optimally protected against weathering and pollutants. The project also demonstrates the long-term performance of MC systems. By using MC-DUR 2496 CTP, the refurbishment was carried out efficiently and the structure’s service life further extended. An impressive example of how MC’s high-quality surface protection systems ensure the durability of industrial structures while simultaneously enhancing their aesthetic appeal.
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