CorrosionRADAR’s Monitoring Solution Selected to Support Dow’s Alberta Project
CorrosionRADAR’s data-led corrosion under insulation (CUI) monitoring solution has been selected to help protect critical insulated assets at Dow’s project in Fort...
The oil, gas, and petrochemical industries are facing increasing pressure from within the industry, as well as from governments and customers, to tighten safety measures and adhere to environmental standards. One constant concern is the risk of process safety events caused by unexpected equipment failure due to corrosion under insulation (CUI).
Recommended practice documents are crucial when managing CUI. With several available, it is essential for organizations to use those that best suit their strategy.
With the release of new documents, such as CUI-RP-101: Issue 1, organizations must regularly review their strategies to ensure they remain up to date with the latest developments and requirements.
The CUI Challenge
It is widely known that CUI) poses a significant threat to the mechanical integrity of insulated carbon steel equipment and piping across various industries, including oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation.
Last decade’s Impact Study (from NACE International, one of two legacy organizations that formed AMPP) highlights what the industry is up against, with the annual cost of corrosion estimated at $2.5 trillion across all sectors. Meanwhile, CUI is responsible for 60% of pipeline failures, according to the U.K. Net Zero Technology Centre.
The industry’s experience demonstrates that predicting the occurrence and location of CUI over the life span of an asset remains a significant challenge.
Left unmanaged, CUI damage can become significant, thereby resulting in costly maintenance and potential asset failure. As a result, having an effective CUI management process is vital for every asset owner.
How Recommended Practices Help
To effectively manage CUI risks, asset owners should establish a comprehensive management process that effectively informs their inspection and maintenance programs…
To read the full article, click here: Materials Performance: CUI Management: Evolving Strategies and Recommended Practices
