Containment areas are within every industry setting in order for the environment to be protected. Inherent environmental problems however occur due to the aggressive nature of the chemicals present as well as mechanical or structural damage, resulting in deterioration of chemical containment.

Deterioration of chemical containment areas is often caused in the following ways;

• Acid attack
• pH reduction
• Carbonation
• Sulphate attack
• Caustic attack
• Microbial degradation
• Corrosion of reinforcement
• Abrasive wear