Composite Repair and Reinforcement

Extend the mechanical integrity of critical equipment through certified composite systems, applicable in service and with minimal operational interference.

In industries such as Oil & Gas, energy, and continuous-process facilities, wall loss, localized corrosion, or structural defects in pipelines, tanks, or pressure vessels represent severe operational risks. Replacement is not always technically or economically feasible. In this context, composite repair systems allow restoration of the asset’s structural capacity without cutting, welding, or depressurization.

Applied Engineering for Integrity Restoration

The systems implemented by Aplika Control Corrosión use thermoset epoxy matrices reinforced with glass fiber, carbon fiber, or hybrid configurations. Their design is based on international codes such as ASME PCC-2 and ISO 24817, which define calculation methods, required thicknesses, anchorage criteria, and structural validation for repairs on metallic assets in operation.

Variables Considered in Engineering and Specification

• Type and severity of damage: Internal or external corrosion, cracks, dents, and section loss.
• Operating conditions: Internal pressure, temperature, mechanical loads, and thermal cycles.
• Exposure environment: Presence of CO₂, H₂S, moisture, salinity, and chemical agents.
• Geometry and accessibility: Branches, elbows, tees, flanges, and supports.
• In-service or offline repair: Defined based on risk assessment and asset criticality.

Critical Applications Addressed with Structural Composites

• Wall loss due to corrosion: Restoration of load-bearing capacity without welding or replacement.
• Localized defects: Containment of cracks, pitting, or minor leaks through structural sealing systems.
• Reinforcement without significant weight increase: Improved mechanical strength without altering the original component geometry.
• Hot work–free interventions: Execution on pressurized lines without hot work and, in many cases, without process shutdown.

Technical Execution with Full Traceability

Our methodology includes:

• Technical diagnosis and non-destructive inspection: Ultrasonic testing, pit gauge measurements, and surface profilometry.
• Code-compliant design calculations: Remaining life assessment, safety factors, and combined load evaluation.
• System selection: Based on damage type, service conditions, and required durability.
• Surface preparation: Performed in accordance with the specified system, up to Sa 2½ per ISO 8501, including monitoring of temperature, humidity, and adhesion.
• Field application with QA/QC: Post-curing verification and issuance of a complete technical dossier.

Proven Operational Results

• Extended service life with full regulatory traceability.
• Structural repair without operational disruption.
• Significant reduction in downtime and replacement costs.
• Enhanced operational safety and risk mitigation.
• Applicability to complex geometries and severe service conditions.
• Compliance with ASME PCC-2 and ISO 24817.