Piping Asset Preservation for Flanged Pipe Spools

A single scratch on a flange face can cost thousands in field-refacing and project delays. Flanged pipe spools are high-touch assets that face constant risk during transport, blasting, and staging. The P3 Asset Preservation System provides your team with the patented tools to eliminate "nicks," pitting, and internal contamination before they impact your critical path.

We provide a multi-layered defense. By using flangeDOTS® +VCI to neutralize corrosion and flangeBUMPER® to absorb mechanical impact, your crew can ensure every spool arrives on-site ready for immediate bolt-up.

 Materials:

• Leaf blower
• Soft Bristle wire brush
• Project approved rust remover
• Project approved cleaner/degreaser
• P3-GIT
• flangeDOT+VCI or flangeDOT+VCI+Tag
• flangeBUMPER or flangeBUMPER+Gasket
• multiNUTS, Zip Ties, or full sized bolts

The P3 Standard for Flanged Spool Readiness:

1. Surface Verification: Utilize the P3-GIT (Gramophone Inspection Tool) to verify that the flange face meets project specifications (ASME B16.5) before sealing.

2. Internal Clearance: Ensure the spool is free of hydro-test water, blast media, and construction debris.

3. The Double-Barrier Seal: * Apply flangeDOTS® +VCI directly to the raised face (RF) or ring-type joint (RTJ). Install a flangeBUMPER® or flangeBUMPER® +Gasket over the flangeDOT for heavy-duty impact protection.

4. Secure Fastening: Utilize multi-NUTS™, UV rated zip ties, or full sized bolts to secure the flangeBUMPER. 

5. Dunnage & Staging: Store flanged spools on 4–6 inch dunnage. For vertical spools, ensure the bottom flange is elevated to prevent water from wicking into the seal.

*Ensure manufacturers short/long term preservation and storage procedures are followed...  Follow OEM recommendations where possible*

Key Benefits:

• Eliminate Field Refacing: Protect the critical phonographic finish from mechanical damage during crane movements and transport.
• Corrosion Neutralization: VCI technology prevents oxidation on carbon steel and pitting on specialty alloys without the mess of heavy oils.
• FOD/FME Security: Total encapsulation ensures that no "Foreign Object Debris" enters the piping system during the staging phase.
• Visual QC Management: High-visibility flangeDOTS® and flangeBUMPERs® allow for "at-a-glance" quality checks across a massive laydown yard.