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Our HFI pipe is produced from high quality
coiled strip steel feedstock. The process has
been perfected over 40 years and ensures that
we are able to ofer high integrity linepipe and
injection pipe to meet the most demanding
project schedules. The advanced, integrated
process delivers enhanced weld properties
through in-line weld annealing (for 8 inch -
20 inch pipe). Full body heat treatment is
also supplied where specifcation demands.
Our smallest diameter pipe (2 inch 4.5 inch)
is hot rolled and stretch reduced, meeting the
requirements of ISO 3183. The pipe is produced
in grades up to L360NC as standard. Our HFI
welded pipe production processes incorporate
an extensive range of tests including full body
non-destructive testing and hydro-testing.
Our pipe can also be supplied with a range
of anti-corrosion and insulation coatings.
Our HFI process delivers outstanding linepipe
properties and performance:
Weld lines meet the impact requirements
of severe ofshore conditions
Wall thickness tolerance of +/- 5% to the
nearest 0.1 mm
Toughness to 40 Joules minimum at -20C
Sour service to NACE pH3 available in
diameters 8" and above
Strength grades up to API 5L X70 or equivalent
Our HFI process also ofers a range
of programme advantages:
Continuous production ensures short
lead times are met
Yield to tensile ratios accommodate reel lay
Excellent dimensional control enables
good lay rates and optimum design
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High Frequency Induction
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We operate three mills specialising in HFI pipe.
Accurate control of the coil rolling process ensures
tight wall thickness tolerances. Bespoke forming
rolls are used to produce pipe with outside
diameters ranging from 2 inches to 20 inches.
HFI welded pipe mill process route
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O.D & I.D weld trim Squeeze rolls High frequency
induction welding
Forming mill
Mechanical test
in accordance
with customer
requirements
Air cooling
Tempered pipe
Weldline annealing
Non-destructive
testing
Pipe sizing Rotary cut-of
machine
Unique pipe
identifcation
Non-destructive
testing
Uncoiler End shear
Coil Joiner
Coil accumulator
Edge miller
Hydrostatic testing
Weld seam and full body
ultrasonic testing
End facing
and bevelling
Final inspection
Customer
acceptance
Loading
Despatch
Heat treatment furnace
Tata Steel
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NN17 5UA, United Kingdom
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