by GeorgeWebManHopperE | Mar 26, 2021 | Petrochemical Refining and Production
Challenge: Assess the condition of a corroded Diesel Firewater Conductor Pipe (Caisson) located on an offshore platform. Determine if the caisson remains fit for service, if it does not then design a repair. Resolution: UT measurements were taken to determine the...
by GeorgeWebManHopperE | Mar 26, 2021 | Petrochemical Refining and Production
Challenge: Thinning of the weld material at a fin-fan outlet nozzle was identified during routine inspection. The client performed a Fitness-for-Service analysis in-house and found stresses in the component to be acceptable. However, per API 579 requirements the...
by GeorgeWebManHopperE | Mar 26, 2021 | Petrochemical Refining and Production
Challenge: As oil and natural gas wells in Alaska’s Cook Inlet decline and the platforms used to capture the petroleum resources reach the end of their useful lives, operators are exploring options for the safe and efficient removal of the massive structures....
by GeorgeWebManHopperE | Mar 26, 2021 | Petrochemical Refining and Production
Challenge: An aggregate reaction is causing ongoing degradation of the reinforced concrete structures at this facility. This main pipe rack is one of the more heavily deteriorated structures. The facility operator and regulators asked our team to estimate the margin...
by GeorgeWebManHopperE | Mar 26, 2021 | Petrochemical Refining and Production
Challenge: During a routine inspection of an offshore platform corrosion damage was discovered at various welds connecting horizontal braces to the pontoon. One of the horizontal braces was found to be completely separated from the pontoon with a gap of up to 1.5...
