High-Pressure Line Stabilization with Composite Reinforcement

RAK responded to severe deterioration on a high-pressure process line, including an active opening that developed during testing. The team stabilized the area and applied a carbon fiber composite repair system, restoring and exceeding the line’s original strength. The repair held with zero leakage, allowing the plant to remain fully operational while long-term replacement plans were put in place.

The Problem

A high-pressure process line exhibited severe deterioration along the bottom quadrant, including an opening that appeared during testing. Immediate stabilization was required to avoid an unplanned outage and to support ongoing weld and cladding work being performed on the line.

The Solution

Our team mobilized on an emergency basis and stabilized the damaged area once cladding was in place. The section was reinforced using a high-pressure composite wrap system, including injection plates and an epoxy topcoat engineered for the operating conditions. Because the repair utilized a carbon fiber composite system, the reinforced area now carries strength far beyond standard steel, restoring and exceeding the original structural capacity of the line. After energizing the pumps, the repair held with zero leakage and allowed the plant to remain online while permanent replacement plans were developed.

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