Industry
Technology
Challenge
The aging steel package plant at Virgil Grissom Middle School faced ongoing groundwater infiltration that threatened system reliability. Full replacement would have required major costs, permits, land, and disruption, making a non-invasive, high-performance rehab the best solution.
Results
OBIC’s Armor Lining System was installed in 2.5 weeks before school started, stopping all infiltration, restoring structure, and cutting lift station run time. This was installed by Advanced Rehabilitation Technology a certified OBIC installer. The upgrade adds 50+ years of service life and includes a 10-year warranty for long-term savings and compliance.
Key Product
OBIC Armor System
About Advanced Lining Systems
Advanced Rehabilitation Technology (ART) specializes in advanced lining systems to rehabilitate and protect aging infrastructure, offering chemical, leak, and structural protection for various industries.The Challenge
Virgil Grissom Middle School faced escalating risks due to groundwater intrusion in its steel package plant, a critical structure responsible for wastewater treatment. The ongoing infiltration threatened both system efficiency and regulatory compliance, while the prospect of total replacement posed daunting costs, extended downtime, and complex permitting challenges. School administrators required a reliable, timely, and minimally disruptive solution to preserve critical infrastructure and avoid multi-million dollar replacement projects.
The Solution
After evaluating available options for wastewater infrastructure rehabilitation, the school district partnered with OBIC for its technical expertise and proven track record in municipal and industrial lining systems. OBIC deployed the Armor Lining System, a comprehensive multi-layer solution featuring a primer, chemical grout for sealing active leaks, polyurea adhesion, high-density polyurethane foam, and a moisture barrier. The process was engineered to meet strict safety and building codes, delivering both chemical and structural protection without excavation or major facility downtime.
The Results
The project was completed in just 2.5 weeks, eliminating all active inflow and infiltration issues before school resumed. The high-performance OBIC lining system extended the operational lifespan of the package plant by more than 50 years and significantly reduced lift station run times, resulting in operational cost savings and improved system reliability. The school also benefited from a 10-year labor and material warranty, affirming OBIC's commitment to quality assurance and long-term value in school facility management.
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