Tag: Fabrication

Corroded steel reinforcement pad around a branch connection on a process pipe, showing rust and pitting at the weld line.

Reinforcement Pad Corrosion: Why Repads Fail and How to Design Them to Last

Reinforcement pads (“repads”) are installed to make branch connections and nozzles stronger—but in the real world they often become some of the worst corrosion hot spots on the line. Tight crevices, difficult coating transitions, wet insulation, and galvanic couples can turn a repad into a prime location for CUI and…
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Cogbill RedLineIPS SmartPad System Installed in Chemical Plant

SmartPad System – Protecting Pipes from CUPS Corrosion

The RedLineIPS SmartPad System, developed by Cogbill and currently pending patent approval, offers a groundbreaking solution to combat the pervasive issue of corrosion in industrial piping systems, specifically at pipe support points, commonly referred to as "Corrosion Under Pipe Supports" (CUPS) or "Corrosion Under Supports" (CUS)
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LNG Ship

Guide to Pre-Insulated Pipe Shoes

Pre-insulated pipe shoes, are essential components that ensure these systems operate effectively, especially when transporting substances at extremely low temperatures. This guide delves into the specifics of pre-insulated pipe shoes, their composition, necessity, functionality, and benefits, with a focus on the demanding conditions of the petrochemical and LNG sectors.
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