FRP Hydrogen Piping Replacement

When a pipe was deteriorating at a chemical plant, we were brought in to replace it with a pre-fabricated FRP pipe system.

• INDUSTRY: Chemical Processing
• LOCATION: Eastover, SC
• YEAR: 2024
• Additional information available upon request for job C24-015 / UB51.

FRP PIPING REPLACEMENT:

Universal Blastco was contracted to repair a section of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) piping at a facility that provides chemical solutions for water intensive industries.

The existing FRP piping system had aged significantly, and the liner had deteriorated over time, requiring a complete overhaul. To address this problem, we undertook the fabrication and installation of new FRP process piping and valves.

Scope of Work:

• Field verification of the piping measurements.
• Pre-fabrication of new flanges, elbows, and piping.
• Installation of the new piping.
• Demolition and disposal of the existing piping and valves.

This pre-fabrication approach minimized the amount of fieldwork required, reducing the installation time and potential disruptions.

PROCESS FOR REPLACING FRP PIPING WITH PRE-FABRICATED PIPE:

• Field verification of deteriorated piping:
  • Conducted a thorough field verification to measure the old piping.
  • Ensured all measurements were accurate to facilitate a seamless fabrication and installation process.
• Pre-Fabrication of new piping:
  • New flanges, elbows, and piping were fabricated in our Delco, NC workshop. We used high-quality FRP materials including Derakane 411 resin, Sherwin Williams Acrolon 218 (top coat), and Owens Corning Advantex ECR glass.
  • Ensured all components met the specified standards and dimensions required for the project.
• FRP Piping Installation:
  • Transported the pre-fabricated sections to the site.
  • Installed the new FRP process piping and valves, ensuring a precise fit and secure connections.
  • Conducted rigorous testing to ensure the integrity and functionality of the new system.

CONCLUSION:

This project shows our ability to deliver high-quality, efficient, and durable FRP piping solutions. By leveraging our expertise in FRP fabrication and installation, we ensured a smooth transition from the old system to the new, with minimal disruption to the plant’s operations.

This is a very typical job for Universal Blastco’s FRP division. We also perform this type of work in emergency situations, as planned projects and during maintenance outages.

ABOUT UNIVERSAL BLASTCO

In addition to FRP work, Universal Blastco specializes in protective coatings and linings, rubber linings, concrete restoration, flooring solutions and other industrial corrosion services. Request your quote here, email blastco@isginc.us or call us at 803-773-6388.