Two girth-weld coating systems have been tested successfully by TransCanada PipeLines Ltd. for use in arctic construction and operating conditions. A multilayer system of fusion-bonded epoxy (FBE) ...
Even after nearly a decade, the use of whitewash ultraviolet (UV) protective coatings proved to be extremely successful in preserving and retaining the original dry film thickness (DFT) of fusion bond ...
Pipeline coating for oil transport is a controlled sequence: surface preparation ? anti-corrosion coating (FBE/3LPE/3LPP) ? optional internal flow coat ? field joint coating ? QA/QC (DFT, adhesion, ...
Steel pipe manufacturer Hall Longmore is looking to attract a key domestic market segment with its newly launched dual layer fusion bonded epoxy (FBE) coatings. MD Kennith van Rooyen tells Engineering ...
The principal products specified and used most commonly as a pipeline anti-corrosion system are 100% pure polyurea products. Polyureas are a derivative of polyurethane technology. As with all ...
Pipeline coating is the engineered application of protective layers to the external and/or internal surfaces of line pipe to control corrosion, resist mechanical damage, improve hydraulic performance, ...
Anti-corrosion coating failures are a significant factor in reduced operational life of pipelines. The failure of a pipelines coating system accelerates corrosion and can result in leaks requiring ...