| Thermotite® ULTRA™ |
| Superior Subsea Insulation |
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1. Fusion Bonded Epoxy
2. ULTRABond Adhesive
3. ULTRA Solid
4. ULTRA Foam
5. ULTRAShield |
| PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION |
| Thermotite® ULTRA™ is an innovative subsea insulation system with unlimited water depth capability, comprising a specially engineered blend of polymeric materials having unique mechanical and thermal properties. The superior performance of Thermotite® ULTRA™ assures complete system integrity during service, and reduced energy loss in steady state and transient conditions. |
| FEATURES
AND BENEFITS |
Superior Insulation Properties
- Lower thermal conductivity of both solid and foamed systems results in lower achievable U values
- Reduced thermal diffusivity extends cool-down time
- Compatibility with direct electrical heating systems (DEH)
extends system utilization
Unmatched Mechanical Performance
- Superior low temperature ductility enables lower temperature
reeling and increased flexibility in installation schedule.
- Incompressibility of solid system allows unlimited water depth
installation
- Higher insulation density coupled with reduced thickness
improves seabed stability of flowlines and assists in optimizing
hydrodynamic response of risers
Thinner Insulation
- Lower thermal conductivity translates to reduced insulation
thickness and potential savings in transportation and
installation costs
- Thinner insulation and reduced pipe profile results in lower lay
strains and improved hydrodynamic response
No Glass Microspheres
- Zero risk of compromised thermal performance due to glass
breakage or degradation during service
- Superior insulation performance without glass enables unlimited
depth installation
Proven Field Joint Technology
- Compatible injection-moulded field joint material
guarantees insulation integrity and system performance
- Lower field-joint application temperature facilitates cooling and
reduces moulding cycle time
Application Using Conventional Equipment
- Streamlined delivery schedules, product standardisation and
quality assurance practices due to simplified processing
operations
- Universally and readily available project management and
logistics support from multiple existing plant locations
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| APPLICATIONS |
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Oil & Gas
Pipelines |
Subsea
Pipelines |
Small Diameter
Pipelines |
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| TYPICAL
PLANT CAPABILITIES AND PRODUCT PROPERTIES |
| CAPABILITY/PROPERTY |
Thermotite® ULTRA™ |
| Diameter Range |
4” - 30” |
| Maximum Water Depth |
Unlimited as solid |
| Density |
800 - 1040 kg/m3 |
| Heat Capacity (Cp) |
1220 J/kg K |
| Thermal Conductivity (k) |
0.11 - 0.16 W/m K |
| Axial Shear Strength |
> 10 Mpa |
| Simulated Service |
(tested up to) 280 bar at 95°C |
| Outer Fiber Strain (Reel Lay) |
2.6% strain at -10°C |
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Values shown are typical and may vary from plant to plant.
Consult Bredero Shaw for special requirements.
Note: As density and composition are design variables with Thermotite® ULTRA™ the above figures are given as general guidelines. Where
there is a range specified, the interval is related also to the density range for the particular component. In addition, it should be noted that
Thermotite® ULTRA™ has passed tests for Resonant Fatigue, Trawl Board Impact, Stinger Roller and Tensioner Clamp.
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| PRODUCT
APPLICATION PROCESS |
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| * Insulation and outer shield layers may also be extruded by the crosshead method. |
| PLANTS |
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