Case Study

6,500-ft of Fiberspar installed, tested and flowing in one day

6,500-ft of Fiberspar installed, tested and flowing in one day

CH2044 Location Texas Problem A major operator needed a 6,500-ft, 21/2” 1,500 Series flowline quickly installed in northeast Texas. Rough terrain, three road crossings, several pipeline crossings and multiple bends throughout the right-of-way presented significant installation challenges. Solution The operator chose NOV Fiber Glass Systems spoolable LinePipe. Using standard Fiberspar LinePipe deployment equipment specifically engineered for rapid installation, a NOV Fiber Glass Systems representative was installing LinePipe within 30 minutes of arrival on-site. Total installation time for the 6,500-ft line was only eight hours, and it was flowing product the same day. Results The total installed cost of Fiberspar LinePipe was 20% lower than steel, but with important advantages. Bec

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