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In-place pipeline renewal; Method developed to reinforce aging pipelines

Journal Article · · Pipeline and Gas Journal; (USA)
OSTI ID:5164404
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  1. US Pipe Technology Inc., Pipeline Recovery Systems, Midland TX (US)
The author presents a new thick-film in-situ pipeline rehabilitation process derived from years of on-going research, development and successful application of the conventional thin-film coating process. When cured, this fiber-reinforced thick-film material actually becomes a self-supporting liner sealer, not simply a coating. It is a 100% solids, chemical-resistant, extrusion-applied epoxy that functions as an unbroken chemical-resistant barrier from one end of the pipeline to the other at distances of up to 10 miles. The process simultaneously replaces metal loss and protects pipelines against further corrosion attack. It can be used on natural gas, crude oil and refined product pipelines with diameters of 3 in. and larger.
OSTI ID:
5164404
Journal Information:
Pipeline and Gas Journal; (USA), Journal Name: Pipeline and Gas Journal; (USA) Vol. 216:3; ISSN PLGJA; ISSN 0032-0188
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English