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AUTO-THERM® GSPU

AUTO-THERM® GSPU

AUTO-THERM® GSPU

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Subsea pipelines and equipment require insulation to prevent hydrate or paraffin formation, which can obstruct flow and reduce production. Glass Syntactic Polyurethane (GSPU) is a preferred insulation material due to its thermal properties and ability to withstand deepwater conditions without additional protection.
Glass Syntactic Polyurethane (GSPU)
GSPU is a polyurethane-based insulation with hollow glass microspheres, enhancing its thermal insulation capabilities. It is suitable for deepwater applications, offering economic advantages by eliminating the need for outer protective layers.
AUTO-THERM GSPU
PERMA-PIPE's AUTO-THERM GSPU is designed for optimal thermal and mechanical performance. It can be customized for various depths, exceeding 10,000 ft. The product has been extensively used in deepwater projects, including the deepest at 9,700 ft.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Considerations
AUTO-THERM GSPU is mercury-free, avoiding the handling and disposal issues associated with mercury-containing products.
Superior Properties
The material is robust and flexible, suitable for S-lay, J-lay, or reeling installation methods. It is applied using a patented continuous molding process, reducing field joints and associated costs.
Field Joints
AUTO-THERM GSPU is compatible with solid polyurethane (SPU) for field joints, providing a proven and economical solution.
Testing and Validation
The product has undergone extensive third-party testing, including simulated service testing at Heriot Watt University and the Joint Industry Program in Norway.
Subsea Equipment Applications
AUTO-THERM GSPU is applicable to various subsea equipment, with PERMA-PIPE offering mobile mixing and application services at fabrication sites.
Logistics and Services
PERMA-PIPE's facility in Louisiana offers comprehensive logistics and additional services such as coating and fabrication, providing a one-stop solution for project needs.
Contact Information
PERMA-PIPE provides contact details for its corporate, sales, and manufacturing offices, emphasizing its commitment to customer service.
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Catalog excerpts

AUTO-THERM® GSPU-1

The premier deepwater wet insulation for

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AUTO-THERM® GSPU-2

SUBSEA PIPELINES AND EQUIPMENT Subsea oil and gas pipelines and equipment often require insulation to maintain the oil or gas above a temperature where hydrate or parafn formation can occur that would cause restricted or blocked ow and reduced oil or gas production. GLASS SYNTACTIC POLYURETHANE (GSPU) GSPU insulation is a polyurethane based insulation material with high strength hollow glass microspheres mixed in to provide improved thermal insulating properties. GSPU is a “wet” insulation capable of being installed directly into deep water without an outer pipe or jacket to protect against water...

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GLASS SYNTACTIC POLYURETHANE SUPERIOR PROPERTIES PERMA-PIPE’s AUTO-THERM GSPU is specially formulated to provide superior thermal and mechanical properties. AUTO-THERM GSPU is tough and exible enough to be installed by the S-lay, J-lay or reeling installation methods. AUTO-THERM GSPU on lay barge AUTO-THERM GSPU on lay barge reel CONTINUOUS MOLDING PROCESS AUTO-THERM GSPU is applied using a unique patented continuous molding process. Single 40 ft (12 M), double 80 ft (24 M) and quad 160 ft (48 M) pipe joints can be insulated to reduce the number of eld joints required after insulating. This reduction...

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AUTO-THERM® GSPU FIELD JOINTS AUTO-THERM GSPU is fully compatible with solid polyurethane (SPU) eld joint materials for onshore or offshore application. SPU is a proven and economical eld joint material and process. Off Shore eld joint being completed THIRD PARTY TESTING AUTO-THERM GSPU has been thoroughly tested using independent third party testing facilities, in house testing capabilities and long term simulated service testing at the Heriot Watt University in Scotland and the Joint Industry Program in Norway. Bend testing for reeling installations Simulated Tensioner Testing Preparing for...

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AUTO-THERM® GSPU-5

AUTO-THERM® GSPU SUBSEA EQUIPMENT AUTO-THERM GSPU is also available for subsea equipment – manifolds, PLET’s, PLEM’s, Trees, jumpers, hub connectors and half shells. PERMA-PIPE has state of the art mobile mixing and application equipment and professional, trained, qualied and experienced eld crews to apply AUTO-THERM GSPU at the subsea equipment fabrication site. Jumper after Final Metrology PLET (Pipeline End Termination) 90° Elbows for Jumper Fabrication ROV Compliant Hub Connector Shroud

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AUTO-THERM® GSPU LOGISTICS and OTHER SERVICES PERMA-PIPE Oil & Gas manufacturing facility is conveniently located in the Port of Iberia, Louisiana. Pipe and equipment can be received and loaded out by barge, rail or truck to provide cost effective logistics. FBE coating, ID coating, ID blasting, concrete weight coating, double and quad joining, fabrication and custom coating services are all available locally to provide a one stop source for project requirements. A Division of PERMA-PIPE, Inc. A Subsidiary of MFRI, Inc. www.permapipe.com Corporate Ofce 7720 N.Lehigh Avenue Niles, IL 60714 Phone...

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