Material Selection for Static Equipment

Selecting the wrong material can lead to premature corrosion, cracking, leakage, unplanned shutdowns and costly equipment replacement. This focused one-hour course provides a practical understanding of how materials are selected for static equipment in the oil and gas industry.

Provide a practical understanding of how materials are selected for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks and associated static-equipment components based on service conditions, corrosion risks, mechanical properties, fabrication requirements, applicable codes and lifecycle cost.

Fundamentals of material selection for static equipment

Essential process and design inputs

Carbon steel, low-temperature carbon steel and alloy steels

Stainless steel, duplex stainless steel, nickel alloys and titanium

Corrosion allowance and design-life considerations

Material requirements for sour, chloride, hydrogen and low-temperature services

Solid alloy, clad plate, weld overlay, coatings and linings

Practical material-selection case study and common mistakes to avoid