Over the years, tens of thousands of m2 of insulated piping systems have been blasted and preserved. Insulated piping systems designed in the 80s and 90s -or renovated during that time- turn out to have severe corrosion problems after a period of sometimes as little as 10 years. With timely intervention, process stagnations, unwanted leaks and even accidents can be prevented.
CUI project
Van der Ende carried out a large-scale CUI (Corrosion Under Insulation) program for BP Refinery Rotterdam between 2002 and 2014. Tens of thousands of square meters of pipelines were blasted and conserved, largely carried out without shutting down the plant. Thanks to a safe, efficient and thoughtful approach, the integrity of the piping was restored and future leaks and failures were prevented. A long-term project with visible impact on safety and operational reliability.
Addressing corrosion under insulation
Corrosion under insulation or CUI is big problem for plant owners. Our client BP Refinery Rotterdam was also struggling with this problem. Malfunctioning insulation and large temperature fluctuations create an ideal climate for the corrosion process.
Insulation also obscures the surface from view, which often makes inspecting pipes and equipment for corrosion difficult. To ensure plant integrity, a thorough maintenance program is necessary. BP has long recognized these and therefore implements a comprehensive CUI program.
Prevent spills and accidents
CUI program
In order not to disrupt the process during the execution of the CUI program, most of the work is carried out in an operating plant. This requires a thorough approach and also great safety awareness.
Van der Ende has extensive experience within CUI programs.
Key Performance Indicators
We manage projects based on so-called KPIs ( Key Performance Indicators).
Safety; In accordance with principals objectives
Control of;
– Time (on schedule)
– Money (within budget)
– Quality (documentation complete, workmanship, complaint management)
– Organization (clear, transparent, trust, cooperation)
– Risks (reduce failure costs, increase success rate)
Reliable and efficient partner ( timely and reliable reporting & communication)
Limiting disruption ( physical- implementation according to plan “deal is deal”)
These techniques have been applied
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