Pipe Freezing Service
Pipe Freezing Service
Pipe freezing is a non-intrusive, controlled method of providing pipeline isolation through the application of liquid nitrogen.
Pipe freezing is a non-intrusive, controlled method of providing pipeline isolation, through the application of liquid nitrogen. The pipework freezing process begins by drawing out the heat from the product within the pipe until it reaches a temperature below its freeze point until eventually the product freezes to form an internal ice plug.
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Pipe Materials
IFS is capable of performing this service on a variety of pipe materials:
- Stainless Steel
- Carbon Steel
- Nickel Alloys
- Copper based Alloys
Applications
Pipe Freezing is used for a variety of applications:
- Valve Installations
- Pipe Section Replacement
- Equipment Isolation
- Pipe Branch Terminations
- Pipe Diversion
- Pipeline Abandonment
Benefits
- No need to drain down systems, thus avoiding costly and time-consuming venting procedures.
- No need to arrange for the bulk transfer/storage of fluids.
- Cuts losses of expensive liquids, such as treated water and system inhibitors.
- Overcomes the problems of handling hazardous materials and enhances safety when working on lines containing contaminated or volatile liquids.