During a routine inspection a 10” natural gas pipeline in Lima, Peru, was damaged by an excavator, and in need of immediate repairs.  The natural gas pipeline, which has an MAOP of 1,050 psi (72 bar) was forced to operate at a pressure of only 900 psi (62 bar).  The excavator had caused approximately 15 percent of wall loss damage to the pipeline, resulting in the requirement for reduced pressure.

On November 10, 2011, NRI’s Jose Zapata, Latin American Sales Manager, traveled to the location to perform the Syntho-Glass XT technical training and on-site repair.

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The area surrounding the pipeline was excavated to allow technicians full access to the defect.  Surface preparation was completed utilizing the MBX Bristle Blaster in accordance with NRI’s surface preparation standards.  Syntho-Poxy HC was used to fill the gouge and act as load transferring material.  Next, Syntho-SubSea LV was applied over the repair area, which provides a layer of corrosion resistance and adhesive between the pipe and wrap.  Finally, the Syntho-Glass XT was applied at the required number of layers to restore the pipeline back to its original MAOP. The pipeline was then brought back up to full operating pressure.

Aguaytia Energy del Peru, whose mother company is Duke Energy, performed the successful repair in only an hour and a half.

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On November 2-4, Neptune Research Inc. (NRI) attended the international Asean Oil & Gas Expo (AGEX) 2011, Labaun. This expo is one of the industries main events for oil and gas professionals in the area. People from all around come to see the newest and most innovative technology for the oil and gas industry. This event also includes professionals from all aspects of the industry. It provides a great opportunity for everyone in the industry to explore new oil and gas business opportunities, expand its market presence, and discover new emerging markets in Sabah.

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At this expo NRI brought some of its team to present information about its state of the art pipe repair, pipe reinforcement, and corrosion protection products. They presented their information to over 6,000 industry professionals throughout the expo. Included in this number are professionals from around Sabah who are interested in the newest technology for the industry. AGEX 2011 also provided a great opportunity for marketing, education and networking. We are sure we have reached a number of companies in our industry at this expo with our ground breaking technology.

By attending the AGEX 2011, Neptune Research Inc. educated industry professionals about its excellence in service and state-of-the-art pipe repair, pipe reinforcement, and corrosion protection solutions. Our goal at the expo was to expand into new markets and influence companies to use our products. We also learned what other companies have to offer and the products and services they provide. This expo was of great benefit to Neptune Research Inc. and we look forward to attending once again in 2012.

We have released a new company overview video which can be viewed on our website. The video gives an overview of who uses our products and the applications for which they are used.

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Corrosion is a major concern for companies and municipalities whenever pipes are used for transporting liquids or gases. Infrastructure can be damaged by corrosion as a result of exposure to the elements, leading to costly losses of productivity.  Having access to the best pipe corrosion protection technology can limit downtime needed for repairs, and strengthen pipes for continued use.  When considering pipe corrosion protection options, businesses and governments should look to Neptune Research Incorporated (NRI) for the most state-of-the-art products available.

For more than twenty-five years, Neptune Research Incorporated has been developing solutions to protect pipes from corrosion.  Our patented technologies are used by corporate and government entities that require effective means of quickly repairing and preventing corrosion of their infrastructure.  Clients that trust our corrosion protection products include BP Amoco, the United States Coast Guard, and Pacific Gas & Electric.  The scientists and engineers at NRI consistently strive to create new forms of long-term corrosion protection.  Some of our greatest successes are highlighted below:

Syntho-Glass XT is the ultimate choice for pipe corrosion protection because it utilizes our proprietary water-activated urethane resin to reduce installation time by more than fifty percent.  The fiberglass composite does not rely on field mixing, which greatly reduces the downtime required to complete repairs on land or underwater.  Syntho-Glass XT’s patented bi-directional bonding technology forms to the internal and external surfaces of pipe for additional strength and long-lasting durability.  It is so revolutionary in the field of pipe corrosion protection that Syntho-Glass XT was honored with the 2008 Product of the Year Award from Plant Engineering.  The product conforms to ASME PCC-2, DOT, ISO, TS24817, CSAZ662, and API570 standards, and is versatile for use in many environments.

Syntho-Shield combines the durability of NRI’s proprietary Syntho-Glass fiberglass composite with a Petrolatum tape undercoating for optimum performance in any environment.  It can be used underground, in fresh or salt water, and in extreme temperatures to provide extended corrosion prevention of weakened industrial pipes.  The petrolatum tape is applied initially, creating a tight seal over the damaged area.  Then the Syntho-Glass fiberglass composite is applied with a no-mix procedure, and minimal surface preparation to reducing installation time without sacrificing long-term corrosion prevention.  It is the ideal protection for petrochemical lines, utility pipes, and oilrigs because Syntho-Shield resists damage from oil, acids, and soil organics.

Contact Neptune Research Incorporated for more information about our corrosion protection solutions, and to learn about our entire line of protection products.

Increased demand for natural gas is changing the energy industry, and companies need practical solutions to ensure that supply lines remain intact.  When it comes to fixing damaged infrastructure, utility companies require gas pipe repair kits that can be applied quickly and provide long-term effectiveness.  In order to achieve the best results, businesses should rely on products tailored specifically to the needs of the natural gas industry.  Neptune Research Incorporated (NRI) has developed a line of products specifically designed to repair gas pipes, without the need for costly shutdown.

Neptune Research Incorporated has been at the forefront of gas pipe repair for more than twenty-five years.  Utility companies and natural gas suppliers, including Pacific Gas & Electric and AGL Resources, rely on our products to repair and reinforce infrastructure in the event of damage.  At NRI, we develop and test multi-stage pipe repair solutions to reduce time necessary to fix damage and prevent future leaks.  Our kits contain all of the components needed to make fast, on-site, repairs with little loss of productivity.  One of the most popular solutions for repairing gas pipes is our award-winning Trident-Seal, a system designed specifically for the natural gas industry.

Trident-Seal is NRI’s state-of-the-art solution for repairing active gas leaks up to 60 psi.  Its quick application reduces the need for costly shutdowns, while offering long-term pressure retention up to 90 psi.  The Trident-Seal kit contains three components that, used together, provide effective gas pipe repair: a rubber tape to immediately pressure-seal the leak, our proprietary Trident-Seal putty that can be conformed to the shape of the damaged area, and a fiberglass wrap to maintain a long-term seal over the site.   Each kit contains enough of every component to fix damages up to six inches in diameter, and multiple kits can be used for jobs larger than that.  The system can be applied to natural gas leaks on a variety of surfaces, including manifolds, threaded fittings, pinholes, meter sets, and mainlines.  Trident-Seal is VOC-free, extremely durable, and effective in harsh environments, including temperatures ranging from -50°F to 250°F.  These factors make Trident-Seal the ideal product for repairing live leaks, as highlighted by it being awarded the 2007 Product of the Year by Plant Engineering.

As natural gas companies expand their infrastructure to meet growing demand, having effective, on-site repair products becomes more important.  Contact Neptune Research Incorporated to learn more about Trident Seal and our expanding selection of gas pipe repair products.

NRI conducted a technical seminar for around 60 people who represented the senior management executives within the Oil and Gas industry within Turkmenistan on September 20th, 2011. The seminar included a morning of technical presentation followed by an afternoon of live product demonstrations. The seminar focused on three core technologies which included welding hosted by Lincoln Electric, field joint coating protections hosted by Canusa and pipeline repairs hosted by NRI.

The technical seminar was organized by Argus Limited under the umbrella of USA-Turkmenistan Center for Advanced Technologies which was supported by the Government of Turkmenistan. The whole process was approved by the President of Turkmenistan himself and supervised by Deputy Prime Minister.

History About Turkmenistan Gas:

LONDON, May 26 2011 (UPI) — There is enough natural gas in a new field discovered in Turkmenistan to meet the demands of European consumers for 50 years, an audit determined.

British oil field auditing company Gaffney Cline, in a report set for a June release, estimates the South Yolotan gas field in Turkmenistan is the second largest deposit ever found, The Daily Telegraph newspaper in London reports.

The report puts the estimated reserves at the field at more than 700 trillion cubic feet of natural gas, enough to satisfy European demand for more than 50 years.

Gaffney Cline said the field could support European, Russian and Chinese energy markets. European customers, however, haven’t had much success in striking gas deals with Ashgabat, The Daily Telegraph adds.

Turkmenistan is positioned to deliver natural gas from its giant Dauletabad field to Eastern countries through the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India pipeline.

The planned 1,043-mile pipeline will deliver 1.2 billion cubic feet of gas per year to Pakistan and India. Afghanistan gets the remaining 700 million cf planned for the pipeline.

Moscow expressed interest in the project in October and New Delhi has said Russian energy company Gazprom could serve as one of the suppliers for the project.

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Recent Flammability Testing of Composite Guard FP with Syntho-Glass XT for Fire and Thermal Protection of Composite Reinforcing Systems on Process Piping proved to be a success!

A 53 inch long schedule-40 carbon steel pipe was repaired with Syntho-Glass XT composite repair system using 12 layers.   The Composite Guard FP was then applied over the composite repair using the 3 layer system.  Three layers of the Composite Guard FP system were selected for this test to measure the heat transfer per layer.

The test piece was subjected to a live flame for a total of one hour.  Immediately following the flame test, the pipe was subjected to a water burst test.  This sample was held at 1,500 psi for 10 minutes without any evidence of leaking or failure.

Results indicate that Composite Guard FP fire proofing and thermal barrier system has been proven to be successful in protecting the composite repair system throughout the duration of the flame testing conducted.

Composite Guard FP Flammability Test pictures

Composite Guard FP Test Results Graph

To learn more about this testing process and its results, please contact our sales team at sales@neptuneresearch.com.

Download our latest May 2011 Newsletter sent out by NRI.  Read more on our latest Product Inserts posted on our website, along with a recent Composite Guard FP case history and the product spotlight on Trident-Seal, Natural Gas Repair Kit which permanently seals active leaks up to 60 psi.

View our May 2011 Newletter today!