Refinery

Our refinery Systems offers total protection against corrosion and chemical influences such as spillages, condensation and Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI).

We provide protection that is durable, safe and sustainable. The systems were specially developed for the high safety standards of refineries, from risers to tank-bottoms, from tank-roofs to leak repair, from Linepipe and T sections to pipelines from Diameters of 3mm upwards to in excess of 4 500mm.

Risers

Riser pipes are critical components in offshore platforms, extending from the platform structure into the ocean floor. These pipes face significant challenges due to their exposure to seawater, salt, and oxygen. Let’s explore the key points:

Susceptibility: The constant erosion and electrolytic charges from salt content contribute to various types of corrosion, including pitting. The weld seams on riser piping are particularly vulnerable due to their exposure to seawater and the lack of heat treatment.

How Visco-Elastic Polyisobutene (PIB) protects risers:

Effective Protection: PIB is a flexible, self-healing material that adheres well to metal surfaces. When applied to riser pipes, it forms a protective barrier that prevents water, oxygen, and corrosive agents from reaching the metal substrate.
Visco-Elastic Properties: PIB’s visco-elastic properties allow it to absorb stress and movement, making it ideal for offshore environments where risers are subject to wave-induced vibrations and thermal expansion.
Resistance: PIB coatings exhibit excellent resistance to saltwater, UV radiation, and mechanical damage.
Lifespan Extension: By using PIB, we enhance the durability and reliability of riser systems, extending their lifespan and minimizing the risk of corrosion.

In summary, visco-elastic Polyisobutene provides an effective solution for safeguarding riser pipes against corrosion, ensuring their long-term performance in challenging marine conditions.

Flanges Gasket Protection above ground

How visco-elastic Polyisobutene (PIB) can prevent corrosion on Flanges Gasket Protection above ground:

Corrosion of Flanges Above Ground:

Flanges, exposed to moisture, oxygen, and varying temperatures, are prone to corrosion. The rust then weakens flange material, risking leaks and compromising integrity.

How Visco-Elastic Polyisobutene (PIB) protects Flange Gasket above ground:

PIB forms a protective barrier on flanges, sealing out moisture, oxygen, and corrosive agents. Its self-healing capability ensures continuous protection, even with minor damage. PIB’s flexibility absorbs stress, reducing flange material degradation.

In summary, visco-elastic Polyisobutene extends flange lifespan, maintaining operational safety and preventing corrosion.

Leak repair (low pressure max. 3 bar)

Under insulation

Tank-bottoms (chime area)

Tank-bottoms, especially in aboveground storage tanks, face significant challenges due to their exposure to moisture, chemicals, and varying temperatures. This exposure weakens tank structures, leading to risks such as leaks and compromised integrity.

Key corrosion factors include:
- Moisture and Contaminants: The ingress of moisture and external contaminants through gaps and spaces around the annular chime creates a corrosive environment around the tank’s base.
- Filling and Emptying Stresses: During product filling and emptying, tank-bottom plates flex, drawing in more moisture and contaminants, exacerbating corrosion.
- Airborne Chloride: Facilities near coastal areas face airborne chloride diffusion, further accelerating corrosion.
Visco-Elastic Polyisobutene (PIB) offers effective corrosion protection for tank-bottoms:
- Barrier Formation and Self-Healing Properties: When applied, PIB forms a durable barrier, sealing out moisture and corrosive agents which remains flexible and tacky, ensuring continuous protection even with minor damage.
- Flexibility and Stress Absorption: PIB absorbs stress, reducing material degradation.
- Resistance: PIB resists chemical (i.e. Chloride) and mechanical damage.
- Lifespan Extension: By using PIB, we enhance tank durability and maintain operational safety.

In summary, visco-elastic Polyisobutene safeguards tank-bottoms, preventing corrosion and ensuring long-term performance.

Tank-roofs

Structural Steel

Structural steel corrodes through an electrochemical process that requires the simultaneous presence of moisture and oxygen. Visco-elastoc Polyisobutene provides a self-healing, protective barrier that prevents moisture and oxygen from reaching the steel substrate. Thus, safeguarding the structural steel from corrosion and increasing its longevity and operational safety.