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Xcorr HP 100 Seals Through-Wall Leaks in Stainless Steel Intake Manifold - Case Study
During pre-startup testing at a petrochemical facility along the Gulf Coast, operators identified multiple leaks in a 6" stainless steel raw material intake manifold. The defects-located along the pipe body and in the heat-affected zones of tee welds-were determined to be the result of stainless steel cracking. With commissioning imminent, the asset owner required an immediate, non-invasive solution that could deliver mechanical reinforcement, chemical resistance, and leak sealing under pressure. InduMar`s XCorr HP 100 was selected due to its field-proven performance in chemical processing environments, rapid installation characteristics, and ability to restore pipeline integrity without hot work.
MANIFOLD PIPING PROJECT CHALLENGES
- Leaks discovered days before facility startup, requiring immediate action
- Cracking occurred at critical weld joints and along straight pipe segments
- Replacement would require shutdown and recomissioning
- Pipe surfaces were uncoated stainless steel, limiting adhesion if not properly prepared
- Multiple leak locations required simultaneous remediation
PROJECT NEEDS
- Seal through-wall leaks on 6" 304/304L stainless steel pipes
- Reinforce pipe sections exhibiting circumferential cracking in and around weld zones
- Eliminate the need for immediate pipe replacement or welding
- Achieve a complete cure within 24 hours to support the commissioning timeline
- rovide chemical and corrosion resistance under challenging operating conditions
