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Why Quality Fabrication Matters in Liner Manufacturing

carsonliners · November 8, 2024 ·

In the highly competitive field of liner manufacturing, ensuring quality liner fabrication is more than a luxury—it is critical to success, particularly in regions with extreme climates like California. Known for its fluctuating and often severe weather conditions, the state faces everything from scorching heatwaves to sudden, intense rainfall. These environmental factors pose significant challenges for industries reliant on containment solutions.

At Carson Liners, we utilize reinforced polypropylene (RPP) and chlorosulfonated polyethylene (CSPE) because these materials provide excellent resistance to UV exposure, chemicals, and environmental wear. This ensures our liners, whether used in geomembranes, water tank liners, or containment systems, can withstand the harsh demands of environmental protection and waste management, agriculture and aquaculture, water management, industrial and chemical processing, and construction industries without frequent failures or maintenance. Our commitment to quality liner fabrication is evident in every product we deliver.

For businesses operating in these industries, using high-quality liners is essential to ensure resilience and longevity. Poorly fabricated liners are more prone to degradation, leading to costly leaks and system failures, which can have environmental and financial consequences, particularly in California’s stringent regulatory environment. This is where we step in, offering premium liners and expertise to withstand the state’s unique climate and operational challenges.

Geomembranes, for example, are often used in landfills and wastewater treatment plants. At Carson Liners, we ensure these geomembranes offer superior tensile strength, essential for withstanding California’s heat and UV exposure. For water tank liners, which are crucial in agriculture and water conservation, our RPP and CSPE materials ensure excellent resistance to chemicals and UV degradation, protecting water quality while maintaining long-term durability.

When it comes to plating and containment liners used in industrial environments, it’s crucial that they can handle exposure to harsh chemicals without breaking down. We use materials that resist corrosive substances and harsh chemicals while providing reliable performance in extreme weather conditions. The durability and flexibility of our liners prevent costly leaks and reduce the risk of environmental contamination.

Enhanced Durability and Longevity

We employ premium-grade materials in our fabrication processes to ensure that our liners can withstand California’s harsh weather conditions. Our approach to quality liner fabrication guarantees that our products, including geomembranes and containment liners, are engineered to last longer, reducing the need for frequent replacements and preventing environmental hazards from leaks or system failures.

Superior Sealing Capabilities

Superior sealing is essential for preventing leaks in both water tank liners and containment systems. We use advanced welding technology to strengthen seam integrity, ensuring our liners can withstand fluctuating temperatures and heavy water loads without compromising their structure. By focusing on both high-quality materials and cutting-edge fabrication techniques, we guarantee that even the weakest points—seams—remain robust and durable, effectively preventing leaks under pressure or during extreme weather conditions. This attention to detail enhances the overall reliability of our liners.

The Impact of California’s Weather on Liners

California’s weather is characterized by hot, dry summers and wet winters, with varying conditions across the state. Regions like the Central Valley experience intense heat, often surpassing 100°F, which can cause liners made from subpar materials to degrade rapidly. Meanwhile, coastal areas face frequent temperature fluctuations and exposure to salty, humid air, accelerating wear and tear on containment liners.

Heat Degradation

According to the California Department of Water Resources, temperatures in the Central Valley can average over 90°F for extended periods, causing low-quality liners to crack, warp, or fail prematurely.

UV Exposure

California ranks as one of the sunniest states, with an average of 284 sunny days per year. Prolonged UV exposure can break down the polymers in inferior liners, leading to leaks and environmental hazards.

Heavy Rainfall and Flooding

In the winter months, areas like Northern California can see heavy rainfall, with records of up to 27 inches annually in some regions. This influx of water can overwhelm poorly fabricated liners, causing breaches that result in costly environmental cleanups and operational downtime.

California’s agricultural and industrial operations often expose liners to chemicals and high UV radiation. We use additives that enhance UV resistance, ensuring our liners don’t degrade over time. Our RPP and CSPE ensure the liners resist chemicals commonly found in agricultural runoff and industrial waste, preventing costly environmental damage.

Why Quality Liner Fabrication Matters

Quality liner fabrication involves using superior raw materials and advanced manufacturing techniques, ensuring our liners can endure extreme weather conditions without compromising performance. Carson Liners, known for rigorous quality control, offers liners with exceptional tensile strength and puncture resistance, vital for applications in California’s agricultural and industrial sectors.

Seams and welds are often the weakest points of a liner. Quality liner fabrication ensures these critical areas are expertly sealed to prevent leaks, even under high-stress conditions like rapid temperature changes or heavy water loads. We employ state-of-the-art welding technology, providing robust seam integrity that stands up to California’s demanding environment.

High-quality liners are specifically engineered to resist chemical degradation and UV damage, which are common in California due to agricultural runoff and intense sunlight. We use liner additives that enhance UV resistance, ensuring the liners do not become brittle or discolored over time.

Investing in quality liner fabrication reduces the need for frequent repairs and replacements. In California, where water scarcity and environmental regulations are top concerns, the use of reliable liners can prevent costly fines and water loss. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, leaks from poor-quality containment systems account for billions of gallons of lost water annually in the U.S., underscoring the importance of robust liner solutions.

The unpredictable nature of California’s weather demands liners that are up to the challenge. Quality liner fabrication isn’t just about meeting industry standards—it’s about exceeding them to provide reliable, durable, and cost-effective solutions. Carson Liners exemplifies the importance of quality liner fabrication, ensuring that businesses across California can operate safely and efficiently, no matter what the weather brings.

For more information on the importance of quality liner fabrication in liner manufacturing, speak to one of our experts. Fill out the form below or email us at sales@carsonliners.com.

SELECTING THE RIGHT MATERIAL

carsonadmin · March 23, 2023 ·

When it comes to lining a pond, the first and more popular option is a flexible liner made from Reinforced Polyethylene, Reinforced Polypropylene, CSPE, PVC or EPDM Rubber.  There are other cheaper materials available; however for the purpose of building a lasting pond, it is advisable to use one of these flexible materials.

Reinforced Polyethylene (RPE) Liners

Reinforced polyethylene liners are generally considered the most durable liners available. In many cases, RPE liners don’t require a protective underlayment because of their higher tensile strength. Another advantage of reinforced polyethylene is they can be produced in very large sizes because of their light weight.  However, a possible disadvantage to a RPE liner is that the material is slightly stiffer to work with which is only a problem if the pond has a lot of sharp protrusions, bends or corners or pipe penetrations.

Reinforced Polypropylene (RPP) Liners

Reinforced polypropylene liners are generally used for potable water applications.  RPP can be easily box-welded into 3D shapes.  Box-welding is the process of taking a flat liner and creating a 3D shaped box through the process of heat welding the seams. The main advantage of box-welding is that all the corners are nice and clean with no folds or wrinkles. If you’ve ever worked with a flat liner like EPDM rubber and tried to bend it around corners and ledges, you’ll know that you will never get it completely flat. RPP is the preferred material if a pond has pipe penetrations.  It also has an extremely long life-span.

Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene (CSPE) Liners

Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene liners are geomembranes formerly known as Hypalon. CSPE or HypaFlex is a high-performance material designed for long-term applications, including floating covers and exposed liners. CSPE provides truly outstanding UV protection and long-term performance. HypaFlex is backed with an industry-leading 30-year weathering warranty.

PVC Liners

PVC liners are usually the least expensive option compared to other flexible liner materials, but their biggest downside is their lack of UV stability. What that means is that the pond liner must be completely buried with no direct sunlight contact; otherwise, the liner will begin to break down, shortening the life span.

EPDM or Rubber Liners

EPDM rubber liners are quite heavy.  They are typically quite UV resistant which is a definite plus over some PVC liners. As a fishpond liner, EPDM is a good choice due to the lack of plasticizers in the liner. It is also possible to join two or more sheets together with some pond liner tape.  In the case of large pond liners, it is often essential to combine multiple sheets to create a liner in the desired shape and size. Because rubber is so much heavier than material mentioned above, it is often more difficult to find and ship large pieces of EPDM due to weight concerns. If you need a large piece, it might be better to go with an RPE liner since it’s stronger, lighter and more cost effective.

CONTACT US 800-423-2380 FOR ASSISTANCE IN SELECTING THE MATERIAL THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOUR JOB.

DROP-IN PLATING LINERS

carsonadmin · March 22, 2023 ·

One of the costliest expenses in the finishing industry is that of aging equipment, which can mean a surge in downtime. And with an increase in downtime, an opportunity for other costly hindrances for the organization. One way to improve the longevity of your plating line, more specifically the life of your tanks, is to use Carson drop-in liners.

In this article, you’ll gain more insight into how to increase the lifetime of your electroplating tanks. How using plating liners can protect the environment, help ensure your staff’s safety, sustain the integrity of the chemicals, provide flexibility of usage and ease of installation.

Drop-In liners Protect the Environment
Your tanks may contain corrosive chemicals. Over time the opportunity for cracks and corrosion increases with use. Cracks, especially if left undetected, can lead to costly repairs. Drop-in liners are designed to accommodate a broad range of plating solutions. They act as second tanks. The use of these custom-made liners doubles as a barrier. They ensure containment of whatever type of chemical the tanks hold.

Drop-In Liners Protect Your Employees
Much like the importance of protecting the facility from chemical seepage, the use of plating liners also protects your employees. Using liners requires less downtime and less exposure to harmful chemicals.

Drop-In Liners Sustains the Integrity of its Chemicals
Liners not only protect the environment and your employees, but they also protect the chemicals they contain. Depending on the type of chemical, the susceptibility to corrosion increases over time. Using a liner that is specifically designed to contain caustic chemicals ensures that any exposure to the tank itself is eliminated and the solution it holds is not contaminated.

Drop-In Liners Offer the Flexibility of Various Uses
There are numerous sizes of electroplating tanks. Most of them are custom-built to accommodate the scope of work for which they will be used. Because of this, having a custom-fit liner with proper material selection is key to extended usage.

Owner and industry veteran, Curtis Lang, states that when the right liner is installed, the longevity and well-being of the tank increases exponentially.

“When a customer calls looking for a drop-in liner, we ask several questions. Having a good understanding of the type of tank, its size, the solution it will hold, and the operating temperature are very important pieces of information. Once we have those specifications, we can make the best liner material recommendation.”

In addition, not only are liners customizable in material and size, but they also allow for less expensive or temporary tanks to be used.

Drop-In Liners are Easy to Install
Because liners are made from flexible materials, they’re easy to install. At Carson Manufacturing, the team walks their customers through the process with care and diligence. From the first inquiry, to installation and beyond, our knowledgeable staff guide the customer every step of the way.

So to recap, here are the five benefits of using drop-in liners.

  1. Protects the environment
  2. Protects your employees
  3. Sustains the integrity of its chemicals
  4. Flexibility of various uses
  5. Easy installation

Whether you’re opting for a disposable drop-in liner or an industrial plating liner, the team at Carson Manufacturing has many options suitable for your needs. Let’s chat. For a free liner quote call 800-423-2380 or email us at sales@carsonliners.com.

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