Pipeline & Coatings

Worker Safety When Applying Pipeline Coatings: How to Avoid Hazardous Conditions

Posted by Maribeth Taylor on May 8, 2019 1:50:29 PM

Did you know that as little as one cubic yard of soil can weigh as much as a 3,000-pound forklift?

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Topics: Bitumen pipeline coatings

How-to Do a Peel Adhesion Test in 3 Steps

Posted by Paul Barkley on Feb 19, 2019 7:00:00 AM

Image: Electronic scale to measure peel

A common request by our customers is to perform an infield test on a wrapped pipe to confirm that the tape…

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Topics: Pipeline coatings, Anti-corrosion tape, "Peel Test"

Tips for Applying Pipeline Tapes & Coatings in Cold Weather

Posted by Maribeth Taylor on Dec 17, 2018 11:00:00 AM

Whether you are applying wax, cold-applied or hot-applied tapes, when Old Man Winter comes calling, this simple list of application tips offers guidance…

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Topics: Pipeline coatings, Corrosion protection, Winter protection

The Importance of Properly Storing Pipeline Coatings

Posted by Ramy Hassanin on Sep 25, 2018 9:00:00 AM

Defects in pipeline coatings and tapes can happen for a number of reasons, all of which can result in poor coating applications. Therefore, an obligatory…

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Topics: Pipeline coatings, Pipeline Storage

Pipeline Industry News: Chase’s New Partner in India

Posted by Christian Silahian on Jul 20, 2018 10:16:36 AM

Adam Chase, President & CEO of Chase Corporation, welcomes Anish Metrani, CEO of Sneham Global, as the newest partner in Chase’s global pipeline team.…

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Topics: Pipeline coatings, Bitumen pipeline coatings, Partnership

De-Bunking “Non-Shielding” Concerns in The Pipeline Industry

Posted by Daniel Libby on Jun 14, 2018 2:06:26 PM

In the pipeline industry, there have been concerns about certain coatings providing “non- shielding” characteristics when applied to pipelines. In an…

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Topics: Non-shielding, Tapecoat, Nace Standards

How to Remove Bitumen-based Pipeline Coatings

Posted by Paul Barkley on May 9, 2018 11:59:31 AM

Over the years, several customers have requested information on how best to remove the Serviwrap or Maflowrap PVC/bitumen tape from a wrapped pipe. They…

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Topics: Bitumen Coatings, Pipeline coatings