Articles

Prevención del agrietamiento cáustico en aceros Estrategias y soluciones
corrosion and materials

Preventing Caustic Cracking in Steels: Strategies and Solutions

Author: Ing. Mario Toyo, 04 March 2024.
Caustic embrittlement cracking represents one of the most significant challenges in the service life of industrial assets, ranging from oil refining to nuclear power production. This phenomenon mainly affects carbon and low alloy steels, seriously compromising the structural integrity of the equipment.

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Detección de defectos en bridas con Ultrasonido por Arreglo de Fases (PAUT)
non destructive testing

Flange Flaw Detection with Phase Array Ultrasound (PAUT)

Author: Ing. Carlos Alvarez, 02 March 2024.
Flanges play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and operability of pipelines in the industry. However, these components are susceptible to degradation due to corrosion damage, fatigue and mechanical wear. To maintain safety and reliability, regular inspections are essential.

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Compresores: El núcleo de la producción de petróleo
assets

Compressors: The core of oil production

Author: Analyst. José López, 01 March 2024.
A compressor is a device capable of increasing the pressure of a compressible fluid while reducing its volume. They are important components in the petroleum industry, playing a key role in the production, processing and transportation of natural gas through a variety of equipment, including pipelines, valves, separators and filters, by providing the necessary pressure and flow. Driving efficiency and profitability throughout the hydrocarbon supply chain.

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