Featured Cases

Here are some featured cases our experts worked on:

• Coating Suitability for Service

  • A major pipeline project in South America was suspended for 8 years. When the owner decided to resume construction, concerns arose about the coating's suitability for service due to prolonged UV exposure. Our experts developed a specialized testing procedure to assess the coating’s performance and determine its suitability for continued service.  

• Field Joint Coating Failure Investigation

  • A major pipeline in the South Pacific experienced adhesion loss at field joints coated with liquid epoxy. The client engaged our coating experts to review the application procedures, assess the quality of application, and provide informed recommendations for improvement. 

• Pipeline Coating Failure Investigation

  • Delamination and adhesion loss were observed on several sections of a North American pipeline coated with fusion-bonded epoxy before construction. The EPC company raised concerns about the coating's application quality and suitability for service. Our experts reviewed the shop application procedures to verify the quality of the coating process and conducted laboratory testing to ensure the applied coating met industry performance standards. 

• Tank Linings Suitability for Service

  • One of the leading oil & gas companies in North America engaged our services to assist in selecting appropriate tank linings for their extreme pressure and temperature operating conditions. Our team of experts meticulously coordinated the sample preparation and testing procedures, ensuring rigorous standards were met. Based on the comprehensive testing results, we provided well-founded recommendations that aligned with the company’s operational requirements, demonstrating our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable solutions.

• Suitability for Cathodic Protection

  • A major pipeline operator in Oceania had concerns about the installed cathodic protection system suitability for service.  Our experts in cathodic protection reviewed the system's documentation and made necessary recommendations for the system to properly function.