Crude oil industry: a meter prover lining project spanning Asia
Si 14 E
From China to Singapore, and all the way to Vietnam: this was the journey of a meter proving system internally protected with SÄKAPHEN Si 14 E, a coating designed for long-term performance across numerous sectors, including the crude oil industry.
China: specialized lining for crude oil pipes and prover loops
The project began in China, where one of our most experienced authorized applicators, Jiangsu Simijia Tank Service (Jiangsu Province), was commissioned by Eastern Steel Manufacturing Co.,Ltd. to execute a technically demanding project concerning the lining of a meter prover.
The system’s internal surfaces were intended for continuous contact with crude oil, a medium known for its high corrosion and erosion potential. That is why they required a high-performance anti-corrosion lining capable of ensuring durability, chemical resistance, and operational reliability over time.
Singapore: trust, expertise, and proven coating technology
The meter prover manufacturer, based in Singapore, was approaching this type of project for the first time. Fully aware of the technical challenges involved, it chose to rely on Jiangsu Simijia Tank Service, through Eastern Steel Manufacturing Co.,Ltd., for a solution combining proven application expertise andreliable coating technology.
Despite the geographical distance and language differences, the applicator ensured seamless coordination throughout the 25-day project, supported by on-site interpretation to guarantee clear communication and flawless execution.
And when it came to selecting the ideal coating, there was no doubt. The applicator chose SÄKAPHEN Si 14 E, a single-component, phenolic-based, heat-cured lining specifically engineered for aggressive service environments. It delivers outstanding chemical resistance to a broad range of media, including aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, making it ideal for crude oil pipe and prover loop protection, and its key performance features include:
- Excellent resistance to temperature fluctuations
- Hydrophobic properties that prevent caking, fouling, and incrustation
- Long-term protection against corrosion
- Reduced friction and improved flow efficiency.
Vietnam: long-term asset protection
Once completed, the lined meter prover was shipped and successfully installed at its final destination in Vietnam. The end customer expressed complete satisfaction with the quality and performance of the lining system.
Through the combination of SÄKAPHEN’s Si 14 Eand itsproven application process, the project delivered measurable advantages:
- Long-term corrosion protection of crude oil piping and meter proving systems
- Prevention of caking, fouling, and incrustation
- High temperature-resistant internal lining
- Reduced maintenance and lifecycle costs in the medium and long term
- Improved energy efficiency and lower environmental impact.
Your location can be next
No matter your industry or geographic location, SÄKAPHEN’s advanced protective coatings, proven application processes, and global partner network enable us to deliver tailored solutions for reliable asset protection wherever your project takes place.
