Abstract:
An automated heat shrink device, useful for forming a connection between two tubular sections having a polymeric outer surface jacket, for example, a connection between two sections of a district heating pipeline, and a method of use thereof. The device is configured such that it requires minimal clearance to either side of the pipeline when being used.
Abstract:
A method for forming a connection between two tubular sections having a polymeric outer surface jacket, using electrofusion to fusion bond a casing of similar, non-crosslinked polymer to the outer surface of the tubular sections.
Abstract:
A method for forming a connection between two tubular sections having a polymeric outer surface jacket, using electrofusion to fusion bond a casing of similar, non-crosslinked polymer to the outer surface of the tubular sections.
Abstract:
A pipeline monitoring system, utilizing RFID sensors. The pipeline monitoring system includes a pipeline having at least one RFID sensor for a wireless remote detection of any one or more of pipeline conditions including hydrocarbons presence, moisture presence, temperature and strain, and an RF interrogator or transceiver capable of interrogating said sensor.
Abstract:
A three layer laminate wrap or sleeve for use in oil and gas pipeline applications. The wrap or sleeve comprises an outer, cross-linked polyolefin layer, an inner adhesive layer, and an intermediate layer comprising a non-cross- linked polyolefin. The intermediate layer permits the use of a thinner adhesive layer, resulting in lower costs overall.
Abstract:
Laminate covering, in particular tapes and/or wrap-around sheets applied via an auto-wrapping machine, used for the mechanical and corrosion protection of oil, gas and water transmission pipelines. The laminate covering comprises a cross-linked polyolefin outer layer and an inner layer, which may be an adhesive, and has improved mechanical properties when compared to the prior art. The laminate covering may be pre-stretched. Also, a method of applying said laminate covering. The laminate covering can be applied to a pipe in a lower cost, faster application.