No heating or post-curing is required. The curing will be done naturally at ambient temperature. However curing time can be shortened if needed (please refer to the Technical Data Sheet for values).
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According to defect characteristics and if the product is applied by 3X specialists or certified applicators with a prior good surface preparation, the repair is designed for a lifetime of 20 years. This cannot be guaranteed in case of internal defect because it is impossible to plan the evolution of the defect.
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Yes, R4D technology can be applied without shutdown except if through wall defect. It is one of the main benefits of this technology because it avoids costly shutdown and production loss. In case of leakage, the process must be temporarily decreased or stopped.
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Yes, a good surface preparation is essential to get optimal resin bonding and guarantee the sustainability of the repair. The prepared surface should match with Sa2½ or St3 standards and roughness reaches at least 60 microns (Rz). It can be done using grit blasting or Bristle Blasting (MONTI technology distributed in France by 3X).
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REINFORCEKiT® 4D is a very versatile product and can be installed on all kind of pipe geometry (straight, oval, elbow, tee) also including weld, dent or leaking defect and transporting most common fluids (oil, water) and gas. REINFORCEKiT® 4D can be installed on all pipe diameters and all environments (onshore, offshore and subsea).
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REINFORCEKiT® 4D range of product can be used for unlimited pressure and temperatures ranging from -50°C to +150°C (-58°F to +302°F). A specific one is dedicated to subsea application (REINFORCEKiT® 4D SUBSEA).
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Our composite products have been designed according to international standards ISO 24.817 and ASME PCC-2.
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3X product warranty (original product, packed, non-used) covers all branded products to be free from defects in material from its production date until expiry date. Warranty is limited to the replacement of defective materials. 3X products implementation warranty is applicable only if realized by a team from 3X Monaco, designed and applied as per ISO
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3X ENGINEERING range of product has been go through rigorous qualification and testing programs to ensure they are in accordance with international standards. All our products capabilities are certified by third party such as ABS, Bureau Veritas, TUV, Lloyd’s Register. All the successful customer qualifications also demonstrate the quality of our products and our capacity
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3X ENGINEERING products origin: European Community.
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