The Pipeline Coating in oil fields

Overview:

The Pipeline Coating Applicator course covers the proper coating application procedures including understanding specifications, surface preparation, application techniques, dealing with changing ambient conditions, and quality control measures, for the most common coating materials to which contractors and inspectors are exposed to on pipeline projects.

Who should attend?

Targeted to pipeline coating applicators, but will also benefit:

• Pipeline inspectors.
• Foremen and supervisors.
• Engineers-in-charge.
• Manufacturer representatives.
• Experienced coatings personnel.

Courses content:

• Recognize the impact of external corrosion and the consequences of failure.
• Describe the importance of surface preparation, including sand blast cleaning.
• Explain how to avoid or control surface contamination and account for weather conditions.
• Perform a proper heating of the substrate.
• Perform the proper application of:
• 2- and 3-layer heat shrink sleeves.
• 2-part epoxy.
• Pre-insulated/thermally insulated pipe coatings.
• Cold and hot applied tapes.
• Petroleum/wax brand tapes.
• Utilize inspection equipment typically used during coating inspection.
• Inspect quality of coatings in the field.
• Describe repair methods and products for 2LPE, 3LPE, FBE, and pre-insulated pipe coatings.
• Insulation…a priority…or not… Reduces Energy Costs.