Case Studies
In a time of rapid technological advancement, the composites sector has already seen considerable growth. However, numerous opportunities for further innovation remain across various industries. Carbon fiber composites, a type of non-metallic material, have emerged as a leading alternative for repairing and reinforcing existing structures. Their potential for lower lifecycle costs and enhanced corrosion resistance has spurred global adoption in multiple fields. Carbon fiber composites offer practical advantages and cost savings through quicker installation, corrosion resistance, and reduced maintenance and operational expenses. Their exceptional performance in demanding environments continues to drive innovations in the composites industry.
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Nickel-Cobalt Operations
Murrin Murrin Mining operations, Leonora, Western Australia.
Wall thickness on the 80mm Hydrogen Pipe line was compromised by the harsh corrosive environment. The Engineered solution, applied a 4-layer REVOWRAP Carbonweave to the compromised pipe, returning the asset back to OEM specifications, Pressure requirements 55bar, Pipe Temperature requirements 80dec C, ambient temperatures exceeding 45deg C, Pipe system exposure to corrosive elements.
CSBP
Treatment of a 250mm MDEA Pipe system an CSBP Pert Western Australia. To correct the extreme corrosion on the exposed pipe and return the pipe back to OEM specification.
Design Pressure @ 5.9BAR
Operating Pressure @ 2Bar
Design Temperatures @ 109°C
Operating Temperature @ 76°C
Total repair length @ 5.380m with at 4-layer Carbon Fibre REVOWRAP 110 Wrap
Repair Design Life 20 Years
Water Corporation
Injection costic soda line of tank nozzle was cracked and leaking. Carbonweave solution was to use 50mm carbon fibre tape along with 150mm carbon fibre patches to repair and restore to original OEM at the Water Corporation Kwinana facility.
Regional Repair Pipeline
Water main feeds tank was leaked. Carbonweave solution was to use 100mm width carbon fibre tape along with 30m length carbon fibre patches to repair and restore to original OEM at the region Jarrahdale.
A video below illustrates the process of repair for the area.
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