Case Study
Steel-Reinforced Pipe Replaces Corroded Steel Pipeline to Resume Operation in Less Than Two Days
Success Story Steel-Reinforced Pipe Replaces Corroded Steel Pipeline to Resume Operation in Less Than Two Days The Challenge An exploration and production client operating in a marshy, shallow offshore environment faced substantial revenue losses in its efforts to maintain two corroding steel seawater disposal pipelines. Despite corrosion-resistant internal and external coatings, and frequent application of costly corrosion inhibitors, the pipelines were near failure after only four years in operation. With both lines deemed unfit for use, the client needed a quick and efficient replacement with minimal disruption to overall production. The Solution The operator chose FlexSteel 3-inch 2,250-psi line pipe as a long-term solution because of its durability and quick and easy installation attr