STATS Group has developed Mechanical Pipe Connectors which are qualified and DNV type-approved for installation on titanium pipework.
Following an R&D programme, STATS designed the Connector to address increased demand in the Norwegian oil and gas sector.
Titanium is better suited to high-stress corrosive environments found in the Norwegian North Sea where it can resist high chloride and corrosive gases better than conventional steels and the Norwegian offshore sector is expected to increase usage of titanium connectors as it expands into deeper fields in more challenging environments.
Its usage is primarily concentrated in subsea risers and flowlines, cooling systems and heat exchangers, process equipment, and in pipeline segments where conventional materials would fail prematurely.
With the ongoing field life extensions on the Norwegian Continental Shelf, there is expected to be a significant increase in demand for titanium pipework ranging from 1” to 30”. This demand primarily applies to seawater, ballast water, and firewater systems, where titanium’s corrosion resistance and long service life offer substantial benefits in harsh offshore environments.
The Connectors cover a size range from 0.75” to 60” with various pressure ratings and are available in connector, coupling, and end-cap configurations.
STATS Group’s mechanical pipe connectors are highly regarded in the oil and gas sector and are suitable for topside, terminal, FPSO, or subsea installation, and compatible with all process streams. In addition to titanium, they are also available to suit a wide range of pipe materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, duplex, super duplex, and CuNi.