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Tag: Oil & Gas

Tank Seam and Rivet Repair

The Problem The outside of this tank had damage starting at its seams. Rust and erosion had started, and the tank needed a repair instead of a full replacement The…
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Tank Floating Roof Repair

The Problem This floating roof was failing and leaking vapors into the air causing EPA issues. The customer had to decide between welding a new roof in or a make-do…
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Denso Application Training – January 2021

Training A North America Pipeline Company contacted USI to have one of their Denso Certified Application Trainers come to their location to learn about five Denso products and proper application…
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5 Reasons to Reconsider Tank and Infrastructure Repair Operations

In 2021, OSHA is pushing harder than ever to reduce the number of injuries and fatal accidents contributed directly to welding and has labeled it a “high priority” in its…
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Repair Kit Coating Failure

Repair Kit Coating Failure

The Challenge Friday afternoon – Repair Kit Coating Failure – USI Owner & President, Tiffany Klingensmith was getting ready for the weekend and got a call after 4pm. The customer said this…
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How to Prevent Coating Failures When Using Repair Kits on Pipelines

This BLOG will cover TIPS to prevent coating failure as well as Helpful Hints to prevent a Repair Kit Coating from failing. 3 TIPS TO PREVENT COATING FAILURE #1 Document…
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SP-2888® RG Coating Damage

USI was contacted by a contractor to evaluate coating damage to SPC SP-2888® RG liquid epoxy coating (girth welds) and the ARO that had been applied on spiral weld pipe…
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How Do I Prevent Damage to Coatings on an Agressive Substrate HDD?

We have all had the occasion to pull the first couple of joints out on an HDD and the coating is extremely damaged. THE DRILL: #1 Look at the alignment…
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Resimac Underwater Repair and Coatings

Resimac is a UK based manufacturer of epoxy and polyurethane repair materials and coatings. The products they offer are supplied to over 50 countries worldwide and are used by some…
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Oil and Gas Industry Challenges

By: Stormy Shaw Decreasing Reserves As decreasing reserves force companies to work in remote or hostile situations, the high cost and difficulty of unearthing energy is steadily growing. Immense capital…
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