BONDSTRAND GLASSFIBER REINFORCED ®

EPOXY AND PH
PHENOLIC PIPE SYSTEMS
FOR OFFSHOR
OFFSHORE APPLICATIONS
Historically, offshore production
platform, drilling rig and FPSO owners SPECIFICATIONS
and operators have had to face the grim
reality of replacing most metal piping.
This has resulted in piping systems costing UKOOA
two or three times the original In 1994, the United Kingdom Offshore Operators
investment. Association (UKOOA) issued a Document Suite on
Bondstrand® Glassfiber Reinforced Epoxy
behalf of and under the guidance of the Fibre
(GRE) pipe systems offer the cost-
Reinforced Plastic (FRP) workgroup of the UKOOA.
effective, maintenance-free and
lightweight solution that provides This Document Suite provides the offshore oil & gas
problem-free operation during the industry with mutually agreed specifications and
service life of the installation. recommended practices for the design, purchase,
The many advantages of Ameron manufacturing, qualification testing, handling,
Glassfiber Reinforced Epoxy (GRE) storage, installation, commissioning and operation
pipe systems of Glass Reinforced Epoxy (GRE) piping systems
Durable and corrosion resistant offshore.
Bondstrand GRE piping is inert to internal Ameron was a member of the advisory group that
corrosion caused by (salt) water, was formed to review the documents during their
chemicals, residues and bacteria. development.
Similarly, it resists exterior corrosion even
in aggressive environments. Cathodic
ISO
protection is not required.
This Document Suite formed the basis of the ISO
Lightweight – easy to install
14692 Standard.
Bondstrand GRE pipe systems, being just
a quarter to an eighth the weight of
Although, the ISO 14692 Standard is primarily
comparable steel pipes, are easy to install intended for offshore applications on both fixed and
without the need of heavy installation floating topsides facilities, it may also be used as
equipment, welding or protective guidance for the specification, manufacture, testing
coating. For installation of GRE piping and installation of GRE piping systems in other
systems no ‘hot’ work is required. similar applications found onshore, e.g. produced-
Low installation and operating costs water and firewater systems.
The installation cost of Bondstrand GRE
pipe systems is typically 80% of the cost
IMO
of carbon steel. The smooth internal
In 1993, the International Maritime Organisation
surface reduces the head loss resulting in
(IMO) issued a resolution (A.18/ Res. 753) covering
lower pump energy consumption.
acceptance criteria for plastic materials in piping
Wide range of pipe systems
systems, appropriate design and installation
Ameron offers a complete range of pipe
systems in a variety of diameters and requirements and fire test performance criteria for
pressure classes for many different assuring ship safety. Major certifying bodies (such as
applications. Pipe systems are available in Lloyd’s Registre, Bureau Veritas, Det Norske Veritas,
diameters up to 1000 mm (40 inch), American Bureau of Shipping and United States
pressure classes up to 245 bar (3500 PSI) Coast Guard) have adopted and implemented these
and standard lengths up to
Guidelines in their respective Rules and Regulations
12 m (40-feet).
for the Classification of Ships.
No contamination All Bondstrand pipe series that are used in the
Bondstrand GRE does not produce rust or
marine/offshore industry are type-approved by these
scale, which could foul steam traps, valves
major certifying bodies.
and other components.
ENGINEERING CAPABILITIES

The Ameron Fiberglass-Composite Pipe Group can

assist in converting layout- or isometric drawings
into spool drawings, which in turn are used by
Ameron for the manufacture of the spools .
Ameron’s Engineering Service can include:

● General engineering calculations such as support

span, thrust loads, joint strength, collapse
pressure and internal pressure ratings, etc.

● Design drawings, stress- and hydraulic analyses

● Pipe Spool drawings from piping isometrics

● Pipe support detailing

● Material take offs (MTO)

● Supervision and/or survey of installation

● Project Management

● Special product design for custom made parts

● Expertise on international specification work

towards approval authorities

● Field service

● Training to certify installers.

PREFABRICATION

Ameron has highly skilled and trained pipe

spool fabricators to provide spool
prefabrication services to our customers.
These spools are fabricated based on spool
drawings issued by the Ameron Fiberglass-
Composite Pipe Group.

Where pipe spacing is a constraint, Ameron can

offer custom made spools to meet specific
dimensions.
Ameron’s team of piping engineers and
fabricators can assist to ensure that custom-made
spools are designed and fabricated to meet the
design requirements.

Supply of pre-fabricated spools by Ameron is

recommended as it will reduce the number of
field joints and provide greater reliability
because of the high quality joints and testing of
joints made at the Ameron factory.
TESTING

Bondstrand fittings are tested to 1.5 times their

pressure rating before they leave the factory or are
used in spools. Small diameter fittings, to
150 mm (6 inch) are air tested, when possible. All
others and the large diameter fittings are
hydrotested. Ameron is the only manufacturer to
conduct unrestrained hydro-test of fittings above
500 mm (20 inch) in diameter using self-energizing
test plugs. Unrestrained testing is a more
representative test as it simulates the actual
condition the pipeline is subjected to in most
offshore installations.

Ameron has extensive testing capabilities to meet

special testing requirements. Comprehensive
qualification testing is done on representative sizes
before manufacturing. Qualification test includes
long-term hydrostatic test in accordance with
ASTM D-2992, medium term survival test
(1000-hour survival test) and short time burst test in
accordance with ASTM D-1599. Mechanical and
physical property tests of Bondstrand pipe can also
be conducted.

FIRE ENDURANCE

Epoxy pipe
Bondstrand epoxy offshore products can be used for systems
which are normally water filled without additional passive fire
protection. Fire exposure will cause the outer surface of the pipe
to char, but the inner piping is able to perform, stabilized by the
water.

Epoxy pipe with intumescent coating

For dry services where epoxy pipe is preferred, an outer layer of
passive fire protection can be used.
Intumescent coatings can be applied in the field (unreinforced)
or in the factory (reinforced or unreinforced) to provide the fire
endurance needed.
The coating also provides very high resistance to damage and
may be considered for areas where the piping is vulnerable to
impact.

Phenolic pipe
Bondstrand PSX-L3 pipe can also be used in normally wet service
and in those locations where smoke density and toxicity are of
concern. The PSX-JF pipe is used in normally dry service (such as
deluge lines). Both products include an exterior jacket for impact
resistance and enhanced fire performance.
COST COMPARISON
WITH CONVENTIONAL
WIDE RANGE OF
STEEL MECHANICAL APPLICATIONS
SYSTEMS
Our corrosion-resistant piping systems can be
TOTAL INSTALLED COST used in a wide range of applications.
EQUALS
TRADITIONAL STEEL PIPING Typical application areas are:
A comparison of costs
clearly shows the typical ● Ballast water
savings during the service
life of the piping system. ● Caissons
● Cooling water
● Disposal
● Drains
● Drilling mud
● Fresh water
● Potable water
● Produced water
● Fire mains
● Saltwater / seawater
● Sanitary / sewage
● Column piping
● Vent lines

WIDE RANGE OF
SYSTEMS *
As a leading producer Ameron offers
the world’s most comprehensive
range of glassfiber reinforced epoxy
and phenolic pipe systems. Whether
you need corrosion protection, fire
protection, or a conductive system,
Ameron offers the right choice.

Bondstrand® Glassfiber Reinforced

Epoxy (GRE) and Phenolic pipe series
Sizes: 25-1000 mm (1–40 inch)
Pressure classes: up to 25 bar (365 psi)
Internal liners: available if needed
Conductive systems: available if
needed
Joining systems: Quick-Lock and
Taper/Taper adhesive bonded joints.
* Depending on requirements

BONDSTRAND® CONDUCTIVE PIPING SYSTEMS

Bondstrand conductive piping Together with a conductive adhesive this
systems have been developed to provides an electrically continuous system. If
prevent accumulation of potentially required, grounding saddles may be installed
dangerous levels of static electrical on the pipe once the piping system is installed.
charges. Pipe and flanges contain Integral grounding cables are then bolted to
high strength conductive filaments; the ship’s structure to drain accumulated
fittings include a conductive liner. charges.
LEADING PRODUCER AMERON OFFERS THE WORLD’S MOST COMPREHENSIVE
SELECTION OF JOINING SYSTEMS FOR OFFSHORE PIPE
Ameron is a leading
producer of glassfiber- SYSTEMS
reinforced epoxy (GRE) pipe
systems with manufacturing
facilities in the Americas, QUICK-LOCK®
Europe and Asia-Pacific. An adhesive-bonded joint with straight spigot and tapered
Ameron offers the world’s
bell. The integral pipe stop in the Quick-Lock bell
most comprehensive line of
GRE pipe products for provides accurate laying lengths in close
industry, oil & gas, offshore, tolerance piping.
marine and fuel handling Available in sizes 50-400 mm (2-16 in).
applications.
TAPER-TAPER
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
Ameron provides a high An adhesive-bonded joint with matching tapered
degree of customer support male and female ends offering superior joint
through a network of sales strength by controlled adhesive thickness.
offices, supply houses,
Available in sizes 50-1000 mm (2-40 in).
stocking distributors and
sales representatives in
more than 100 countries. DOUBLE O-RING
This is supported by central A mechanical joint offering quick assembly between
research and development male and female ends. Two “O” rings are
facilities, to meet customer
requirements. employed to provide sealing.
Available in sizes 50-900 mm (2-36 in).
EXPERTISE AT EVERY
STAGE FLANGES
Ameron offers advice at
One-piece flanges and Stub-end flanges with
every stage, from project
planning to installation. movable rings.
With advanced software, Available in sizes 50-1000 mm (2-40 in).
Ameron can offer assistance
in design, calculations and
engineering. FITTINGS
Standard filament-wound Couplings; 30°,
WORLDWIDE APPROVALS 45°, 60°, and 90° Elbows; Tees and Reducing
Ameron is committed to Tees; Concentric Reducers; Flanges and
Total Quality Management Nipples.
and conforms to the Standard Flanges are available with the
international ISO 9001 following drilling: ANSI B16.5 Class 150 &
standard and holds many 300, DIN, ISO and JIS. Other drilling patterns
type approvals such as are available on request.
Lloyds, DNV, ABS, BV, Available in sizes 50-1000 mm (2-40 inch)
United States Coast Guard
and UKOOA.

This literature and the information and recommen- WORLDWIDE

dations it contains are based on data reasonably O P E R AT I O N
believed to be reliable. However, such factors as
variations in environment, application or installa- With
tion, changes in operating procedures, or extrapo- manufacturing
lation of data may cause different results. Ameron facilities in the
makes no representation or warranty, express or
implied, including warranties of merchantability USA, Europe and
or fitness for purpose, as to the accuracy, adequacy Asia-Pacific,
or completeness of the recommendations or in- Ameron offers
formation contained herein. Ameron assumes no
liability whatsoever in connection with this litera- the world’s most comprehensive line of
ture or the information or recommendations it GRE pipe products for industry, oil & gas,
contains. offshore, marine and fuel handling.

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