Offshore pipeline buckling and collapse

Thousands of Smart Flange Plus Connectors have been installed worldwide in shallow to deepwater applications with some exceeding 5,000 fsw.  Oceaneering developed the unique mechanical end connectors for various offshore oil and gas application including:

·         Pipeline Spool Piece Repairs

·         Pipeline Reroutes

·         Pipeline Abandonments

·         Riser Repairs

·         Structural Repairs

·         Valve Installations

·         Tee Installations

The Smart Way To Connect

Permanent subsea pipeline repairs are easier, safer and take less time with Smart Flange Plus Connectors. The product  offers pipeline and riser repairs without the need for hyperbaric welding and can be installed in diverless applications.  Available worldwide, the end connectors are stocked in a variety of sizes to accommodate from 2 inch up to 24 inch pipeline diameters.  End connectors up to 48 inch have been delivered and installed.  All are type approved by Bureau Veritas (BV).

The Smart Flange Plus Connectors can be installed by commercial divers as well as by utilizing Oceaneering’s Atmospheric Diving Systems (ADS).  Hydraulic Smart Flange Plus Connectors are installed by Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs).  No other special equipment or trained personnel is required.

Features

·         Can be seal-tested

·         Easy to install

·         Subsea or topside use

·         Fully mechanical

·         Accepts external loading

Benefits

·         Hotwork permits not required

·         Straight pipe cuts unnecessary

·         Minimal pipe preparation

·         Cost-effective

source :

http://www.oceaneering.com/pipeline-connection-repair-systems/diver-installed-pipeline-systems/smart-flange-plus-connector/