In the Oil & Gas industry, precision, efficiency, and reliability are essential. The Spool Welding Robot (SWR™) is designed to meet the tough demands of this sector, adhering to critical standards such as ASME B31.3 for process piping and API 1104 for pipeline welding. These standards are crucial for ensuring the safety and integrity of pipelines and other infrastructure.
The SWR™ significantly increases productivity, offering up to a 12X improvement in stainless steel pipe welding, reaching 569-998 diameter inches per shift, and up to a 5X improvement in carbon steel welding, with 200-350 diameter inches per shift. In an industry where downtime can be costly, this boost in efficiency helps keep projects on track. Companies like Worley Cord and Wilson Pipe Fabrication (WPF) have successfully implemented the dual torch SWR™ with HyperFill, leading to more efficient welding operations.
The SWR™ delivers consistent, full penetration welds that meet the high-quality standards required in the oil and gas industry. It meets the necessary Hardness test requirements outlined in NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 and NACE MR0103/ISO 17945 for sour gas service, and complies with Charpy Impact test requirements at temperatures as low as -50°F (-45°C) for carbon steel and -320°F (-196°C) for stainless steel. This ensures the welds are strong and reliable, which is critical for the safety of pipelines and infrastructure.
The SWR™ provides real-time monitoring of heat input values on the HMI, allowing for precise control during the welding process. NovData records all welding parameters every 50 milliseconds, offering detailed documentation and traceability. This capability is vital for ensuring that each weld meets industry standards and for maintaining the long-term reliability of the infrastructure.
Using the SWR™ helps the oil and gas industry improve productivity while reducing waste. With reliable support and flexible financing options from Novarc, companies can adopt this technology more easily, helping to ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget, and in compliance with safety standards.
