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  1. engresague

    Minimun distance for two grith weld

    Hi rvery one. Where can I to consult about minimum distance between two grith weld in process piping? Thanks in advance
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    ILI gauging tool

    thank you for your help
  3. engresague

    ILI gauging tool

    Thanks LittleInch I'm talking about the calibration plate of pigging tool for pipeline insternal inspection. It being known that depending on the size of the pig, the thickness of the gauging plate can be 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″ and 1/2″ thick. But I would like to know the most advisable way of...
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    ILI gauging tool

    Hi Sirs, Could you give me a normative reference for the selection of the thickness of the calibrator plates in the internal inspection of pipelines. Thank you for the attention you can give me
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    are API issues codes or standards ?

    I agree with this: It's important to note the difference between a code and a model code such as the International Building Code (IBC). A model code is developed by a standards organization, typically using the voluntary consensus standard process and subject matter experts. The intent of a...
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    A105N DRILLED BLIND

    Hi, Could you assist me about the considerations to take into account both technical and normative, for drilling and to thread an A105N blind flange existing at a pipeline end..?? The idea is to install an array of eccentric drain, because it is necessary to drill and connect a threaded pipe...
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    MBAC

    Thanks LittleInch Is a multi-buoy marine terminal equipped with 6 submersible hoses for hydrocarbons in diameters 6 "; 8"; 10 "and 12". The length of each hose is 96 meters. the deep at location is 20mts (66Ft). The horizontal distance from PLEM to the ship is 30mts. Pressure: GLP 304psi...
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    MBAC

    Hi you all, I like to know which is the best position to install a Marine Break Away Coupling. The erector recommended to we according to their experience install it at middle hose string but, the MBCA manufacturer indicates in the instruction mannual that it be connected to the Pipeline End...
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    Pipeline coating integrity test

    Hi, I would like to know about what practice, standard or normative test can we do, to ensure the integrity of the epoxy coating for a new pipeline after its laying on the seabed. The pipeline has no concrete coated. On the seabed there is the possibility of ripping in some rocky areas and we...
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    Sacrificial anodes on steel anchors

    No. Partially buried, the seabed is mostly rocky. In fact, there are some doubts about its performance.
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    Sacrificial anodes on steel anchors

    Hi, I don´t have previous experience installing marine anchors for ships mooring systems and I´ve a cuestión about. We are installing a multi buoy terminal that require six STEVESHARK MK 5 - 15 mT anchors. The system consists of six arrays composed catenary. Like anchor, chain, dead weight of...
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    Surface defect on API 5L pipe 20"

    Thanks you all for your comments and suggestions. We are looking for a inspection company that can carry out this evaluation with smart tools like recommended per you. The desing pressure is 240psi, service Fuel Oil. The pipe is longitudinal seam. I'm almost convinced that´s defect in the...
  13. engresague

    Surface defect on API 5L pipe 20"

    Ok BigInch, I´m agree that the pressure test is risky, but, do you know any especific intrnal smart tool for detect defects in the body of the pipe..? Thanks
  14. engresague

    Surface defect on API 5L pipe 20"

    Hi blacksmith 37, thanks... Well, if you could see the attached image, the gap is partially coated with FBE in its internal cavity, ie that already existed in this pipe before being coated whith FBE.
  15. engresague

    Surface defect on API 5L pipe 20"

    Hi, I would get the recommendation of you in this uncommon case for we. During the laying of a pipeline under construction, was found in one of the pipes, a origin deep surface defect (hole)not seen at its reception. The hole has a conical shape, whith external diameter of 13mm and is 13mm in...
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    Fiber Reinforced Plastic over Fusion Bonded Epoxi on pipeline

    Thanks for your attention and comments. when I come to this work had already generated the procurement for the pipes without concrete coating. This has resulted in some problems of handling and installation that we´re attempting to resolve. Really we don´t have a reference point to compare this...
  17. engresague

    Fiber Reinforced Plastic over Fusion Bonded Epoxi on pipeline

    Hi, Any of you have had previous experience in the application of Fiber Reinforced Plastic (Polyester resin plus fiber glass), over the corrosión coating (FBE)on pipelines...?? In our work, the contractor proposes that as a solution for protect the FBE from mechanical damages by abrasión on the...
  18. engresague

    Mechanical tests for welding procedure qualfication as per API 1104

    Hi SectionIX, Thanks for your attention, But I'm not sure about understand it or clear my doubt. Our case: the WT is >0.500". The partial thickness is external That paragraph in 10.3.3 "As noted in Table 5, when wall thickness is over 0.500 in. (12.7 mm), the side bend tests shall be...
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    Mechanical tests for welding procedure qualfication as per API 1104

    Hi, In a process of repair procedure qualification, I had today a technical discussion about the next paragraph in the API 1104 code: 10.3.3 Qualification ...... As noted in Table 5, when wall thickness is over 0.500 in. (12.7 mm), the side bend tests shall be substituted for face bend or root...
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    Trepannation

    Hi, Could any of you guys give me more explanation about the subparagraph under. I would like be sure if that refer to trepannation of the Weld. API 1104 8.2 Methods of Inspection Trepanning methods of testing shall not be used Thanks in advance
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