IKM Testing AS

IKM Testing AS
IKM Testing AS
Ljosheimvegen 3
4050 Sola, Norway
Tel.: +47 51 64 90 00
E-mail: [email protected]
Dep. Bergen
Ågotnes Industripark
Pb. 97, 5346 Ågotnes
Tel.: +47 56 31 27 70
E-mail: [email protected]
Dep. Kristiansund
NorSea Vestbase
Pb. 2223
6503 Kristiansund
Tel.: +47 71 58 07 60
E-mail: [email protected]
Dep. Harstad
Stangnesterminalen 6
Pb. 3162
9498 Harstad
Tel.: +47 77 05 93 00
E-mail: [email protected]
Dep. Hammerfest
Brenneriveien 10
9600 Hammerfest
Tel.: +47 51 64 13 90
E-mail: [email protected]
IKM Testing Asia Pte. Ltd.
Loyang Offshore Supply Base
Block 330 Sops Boulevard
Box 5005 Loyang Crescent
Singapore 508988
Tel.: +65 6777 8803
E-mail: [email protected]
IKM Testing Australia Pty. Ltd.
PO Box 547
Welshpool WA 6986, Australia
Tel.: +61 8 9452 6100
E-mail: [email protected]
IKM Testing Canada Ltd.
40 St. Anne’s Crescent
Paradise, NL A1L 1K1, Canada
Tel.: +1 709 782 5051
E-mail: [email protected]
IKM Testing Kazakhstan LLP
Atambaeva street, 12/A
Atyrau, Republic of Kazakhstan
Tel.: +7 (7122) 25 15 69
E-mail: [email protected]
IKM Testing Spain SL
Poligono Industrial «El Trocadero»
C/Holanda, Nave 23
C.P. 11510 Puerto Real, Cadiz, Spania
Tel.: +34 956 47 47 41
E-mail: [email protected]
IKM Testing UK Ltd.
42 Colbourne Crescent
Nelson Park Industrial Estate, Cramlington
Northumberland NE23 1WB, United Kingdom
Tel.: +44 1670 707 265
E-mail: [email protected]
Dep. Aberdeen
Unit 47, Howemoss Terrace
Dyce, Aberdeen
AB21 0GR, United Kingdom
Tel.: +44 1224 72 5599
E-mail: [email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IKM Group
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IKM Testing
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Engineering / Project Management
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Training and competence centre
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TOPSIDE- AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Nitrogen services
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Pipe freezing
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Video inspection
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Pressure testing
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Hydrojetting
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Bolt working services
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Cold cutting / Cutting services
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Pipe labelling / Flow coding
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Drying / Air treatment
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Chemical cleaning
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Hot oil flushing
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Maintenance heat exchangers
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Certification of accumulators
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HVAC cleaning
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Dry ice cleaning
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Decommissioning / Passivation
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Preservation
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Cleaning of slop water / X-clean
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Tank cleaning / VTCS
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Cuttings transport system
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SUBSEA SERVICES
Subsea spools
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Pipeline services
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Umbilical testing services
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TESTING WORKSHOP
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EQUIPMENT RENTAL
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PERSONNEL AND MANNING
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IKM Group
IKM is a multidiscipline supplier to the oil and offshore industry. Through close
collaboration with our clients and joint tenders the group is continuously
growing and developing. We endeavour to deliver cost effective, high quality
solutions to our customers. Our ambition is that all of our clients will choose
IKM as their preferred supplier. Our priority area is growth: growth in sales,
growth in profits and growth in the number of services supplied.
Quality policy for the IKM Group
• We perform our assigned tasks in accordance with the customer’s
requirements and conditions
• We deliver the product the customer requires
• As a minimum, we shall meet the requirements in NS-EN ISO 9001:2000
and the internal control regulations
• We shall be certified or accredited in accordance with the relevant
standards
• We shall learn from our mistakes
• We shall document our quality
HSE policy for the IKM Group
• We inspire confidence among our customers and security for our
employees
• Our overall objective is zero injuries!
• We will comply with applicable rules and regulations
• HSE is designated the most important internal work area
• No operation has priority over safety
• HSE is a line responsibility in the entire organisation
• Everybody is responsible for their own safety and the safety of others
Our objectives will be realised through continuous improvement of all
processes and systems established within each organisation.
Environment policy for the IKM Group
The IKM Group acknowledges that many of our activities offer important
opportunities to protect and improve the environment we work and live in.
We therefore employ the principles for sustainable development and give high
priority to; development and use of products, services and materials to prevent
pollution, reduce environmental impact and waste, and also optimise use of
resources.
Together with our clients and suppliers we shall follow statutory regulations
and continually improve our procedures and routines in environmental
management. We believe that involvement will result in savings for our clients,
and new business possibilities for the IKM Group.
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IKM Testing AS
IKM Testing is a company within the IKM Group. The company was established in 1992 and has grown to become a major
supplier of inspection-, testing-, cleaning and mechanical completion services both to the onshore and the offshore industry.
IKM Testing has its head office at Sola, Norway and departments in Bergen, Kristiansund, Harstad and Hammerfest.
International Focus
Subsidiary companies have been established in UK, Spain, Singapore, Canada, Australia and Kazakhstan. IKM Testing will
continue to establish new businesses, make strategic acquisitions and form alliances in order to steadily develop IKM as a
quality supplier.
Ownership
IKM Testing AS is 100% owned by IKM Gruppen AS, again 100% owned by Mr. Ståle Kyllingstad.
• Company Registration No. in Norway: 964 381 224 MVA
• Quality System: NS-EN ISO 9001:2000
• Environmental Management System: OHSAS 18001:1999 / ISO 14001:2004
• Achilles id. no.: 23137
• Sellihca id. no.: 100911
• StartBANK ID: 134367
• Member of PPSA (Pigging Products and Services Association)
Total Supplier
IKM Testing is a total supllier within mechanical completion/commissioning and offers a wide range of services:
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Nitrogen services
Certification of LN2 tanks
Pipe freezing
Video inspection
Pressure-/vacuum testing
Hydrojetting
Bolt working services
Pipe cutting
Pipe labelling/flow coding
Drying/Air treatment
Chemical cleaning
Hot oil flushing
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Maintenance of heat exchangers
Certification of accumulators
HVAC cleaning
Dry ice cleaning
Decommissioning
Preservation
Cleaning of slop water
Tank cleaning
Cuttings transport system
Equipment rental
Pipeline services
Umbilical testing services
IKM Testing has become a leading supplier within its business areas, and has high competence and capacity both when it
comes to personnel and equipment.
Customer Integration
Through its wide range of services IKM Testing has become an increasingly important part of its customers pre-planning.
We offer our expertise at an early stage and take total responsibility for the scope of work which naturally suits our
competence.
Frame agreements/Long term
IKM Testing has established frame agreements with most operators and large contractors in Norway. Through frame
agreements we have obtained continuity and long term collaboration which benefits both parties. Mutual exchange of
experience makes us able to develop better and more effective methods for project accomplishment.
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ENGINEERING / PROJECT MANAGEMENT
IKM Testing has long and extensive experience in project
management and project execution. IKM have through many
years built up a large staff of project managers and engineers
with solid multi-skilled competence – both theoretical and
practical- within all our services related to the oil and gas
industry. We would like to highlight the following:
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Project management
Project coordination
Work planning
Preparing of work packages
Preparing procedures
HSEQ management
Planning and execution of large multidiscipline projects
both domestic and internationally.
• Technology implementation and development (R&D)
• Shut down planning and coordination
IKM Testing has developed and adapted a part of our Quality system (ISO 9001:2000) towards project management and
execution. This, in combination with the aforementioned, enables IKM to provide a well proven and functional project
execution and planning concept, also for related services to our own core business areas. We have constant focus on training
of personnel, coordination, maintenance, new investments and improved logistics.
In addition our group of technical key personnel possess extensive experience from related services such as design and
analysis, construction – and production technology, offshore installation and intervention, organization and interfaces,
maintenance and inspection.
IKM key personnel are often integrated in our clients organizations for shorter or longer periods, contributing with their
competence to the projects.
Furthermore IKM can offer total concepts within project execution and project management both domestic and
internationally. In such cases our project managers act as single point of contact to our clients. The same model can be used
for multi service projects as well – also incorporating other IKM companies and sub-contractors into the IKM Testing project
organization under one project manager.
We have participated and performed our services in all parts of the world. This has provided us with valuable experience
while working with different cultures, organizing local resources and resulting in a high international competence to our
organization and personnel.
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TRAINING AND COMPETENCE CENTRE
IKM Testing has its own training and education centre. The
centre contributes in reinforcing IKM’s competence, at the
same time as it is a popular course for our customers. We
will develop the centre and introduce new course offers. In
the time ahead this will provide a very useful facility, both for
internal and external use.
We hold courses either at Sola, Forus or locally at our clients.
In the future the centre will be moved into the new
headquarter at Sola, which is planned to be ready in 2009.
Bolt Working Services Course
IKM’s training and competence centre is approved by OLF
for education and certification of personnel in bolt working
services. The main objective of the training is to provide
basic knowledge in preparation, planning, execution and
documentation of work with flange assembling using bolt
working for flange connections on high pressure systems and
hydrocarbon carrying process systems. Controlled tightening
of flanges, the right choice of equipment, gaskets, bolts and
lubricants is vital to avoid accidents and loss of values on
pressurised facilities.
Other Courses
IKM Testing has extensive experience in providing courses and
training within services such as pressure testing, oil flushing
and hydrojetting. We offer the client a thorough technical
introduction into the subjects, together with the relevant HSE
topics within each subject.
All our courses are documented with diplomas.
NEW FACILITIES
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NITROGEN SERVICES
IKM Testing provides nitrogen/helium (N2/He) commissioning
leak testing and other associated nitrogen services on any
pipeline or process system during construction of new plant or
equipment. These services can be provided during the
commissioning phases of new constructions or following
modification and upgrade to existing process piping or plant.
These services can also be provided to production installations
offshore and to petrochemical, refining and process plant
onshore.
IKM Testing have developed into one of the leading companies
for the provision of nitrogen helium testing and have extensive
stock levels which include pumps, tanks, vaporisers and other
ancillary equipment. All equipment is certified for both
onshore and offshore operations.
Scope of use
• Purging during shut down and maintenance
programmes
• Leak testing of new process plant and system
• Leak testing following system shut down,
maintenance or modification
• Test run and start up of compressors ‘live simulation’
• Commissioning of pipelines
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Nitrogen/Helium Leak Testing
• Gas booster and N2 bottles for testing of process and piping
systems with low volume and pressure
• Nitrogen pump and LN2 tank for testing of larger volume/
higher pressure process and piping systems
• Remote and portable leak detectors (mass spectrometer)
• Ultrasonic integrity test to process and piping system valves
• Silencer fitted during bleed-off
Nitrogen pumping/testing
• Topping up of accumulators and nitrogen
systems
• Preservation of piping system
• Preservation and drying of pipelines and large
systems
• Soundproofed units
• Over Pressure Protection Skid (O.P.P.S)
Nitrogen Purging
• LN2 tank and vaporiser at low pressure
• Nitrogen pump and LN2 tank at higher
pressure and larger volume
• For removal of the oxygen (O2) content in
a piping system to avoid explosive mixtures
when hydrocarbon are introduced
• For the removal of hydrocarbon liquids and
gasses in piping systems
Nitrogen Generation
• On site generation of nitrogen
• Perfect when infrastructure/logistics
provides difficulties
• Only needs compressed air
• Purity typically 95% - 99% N2
Additional Services
• Pipe freezing and plugging
• Foaming for neutralisation and Isolation
• Simulation of live conditions e.g. system test,
at or close to, the working pressure during
compressor testing or instrument calibration
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PIPE FREEZING
IKM can perform pipe freezing/ice-plugging both onshore and
offshore. These methods allow freezing of many materials
and have been tested thoroughly. The methods have been
approved by StatoilHydro following a pre-qualification
programme. Being able to monitor and control both pressure
and temperature, safe barriers can be established in new
parts of pipe systems. This renders possible installations,
modifications and maintenance when system upstream ice
plug is still in service.
Methods
• Liquid nitrogen with a cooling coil wrapped around the
area to be frozen ( PLS controlled cooling process)
• Dy ice, generated on site as part of the freezing process
(fixed cooling temperature)
Advantages
• Barriers can now be established in parts of systems that would otherwise be inaccessible
• Avoids complete shutdown of systems and equipment
• Saves valuable time normally lost in draining down and refilling a system
• Temperature and pressure control during the freezing process results in an approved barrier on many systems
• All freezing operations can be tested and verified in advance and previous experience is included in specific procedures
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VIDEO INSPECTION
IKM Testing perform internal visual inspection to any of the following components: Process piping, hvac ducting, water pipes,
heat exchangers, valves, risers, process and any other
specialised equipment.
Video inspection makes it possible to reach awkward
accessable places like pipes and tanks.
All inspections can be documented with associated verification
such as; photographs, CDs, videotape or other PC related
software. The inspection equipment can be fitted with
additional items such as distance counter, extra waterproof
halogen lights for the inspection of tanks or large chambers
and centralizing equipment which is adapted to suit the
component to be inspected.
IKM Testing can assemble inspection equipment to meet any
customer’s specification.
Scope of work
• Verification of cleanliness
• Certification
• Measuring
• Material control
• Condition control
• Verification of welds (inside colour and quality)
Videoprobe/Boroscope
• For inspection of ID above 6,2 mm
• Automatic focus
• High colour quality
Subsea Camera
• For inspection of larger piping systems
• Operates submerged in fluids
• Rotating camera (pan and tilt)
• Suitable for Risers
• Waterproof halogen lighting
Microcamera
• For inspection with ID from 50mm
• Can inspect several hundred meters
• Rotating lenssystem (pan and tilt)
• Vertification of welds
Special Solutions
• Construction/adjustment of centralising
equipment
• Remote controls
• Eex / zone II
• Method of entry and means of propulsion
• Special requirements
Documentation
• Can be delivered in video or picture format with
explaining text
• Documentation can be made on CD/DVD and in paper
format
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PRESSURE TESTING
The provision of testing by either vacuum or pressure to prove
the integrity of the system ensuring the system is ‘fit for
purpose’ and to obtain the relevant necessary certification.
These procedures can be functional on system components
such as pipes, tanks, valves and other equipment.
The operation is performed using fluids (liquid or gas) and all
metering instrumentation is supplied with relevant
traceable certification of calibration and documentation
packages. During testing the pressure will be visible on gauges,
and logged on data-, fuji-, or mechanical logger.
Extensive stocks of materials are held in store, these include
items such as blind flanges to cater for piping standards SAE,
SPO, DIN, API in RF, RTJ or hub type configurations, test plugs
for flange and weld integrity test (internal joint testers).
Joint tester
Flange tester
Time and resources can be
limited by using one of IKM
Testings flange-/joint testers;
instead of total system filling,
a single weld can be pressure
tested.
Umbilical B
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HYDROJETTING
Machinery and ancillary equipment that uses water as
cleaning/flushing fluid can be supplied to accommodate
the internal cleaning of pipe lines, piping, vessel and tank
systems. High pressure jetting hoses can be configured
with standard or rotating nozzle or supplied as a ‘Rotofan’, rotating hose package.
This will facilitate the removal of any inner preservation
layer in pipes by the use of ultra high-pressurised water
at pressures up to 2700 bar. This can compensate for
the necessity to sand blasting and can also be used on
all types of external surfaces. Hot water washing is also
available. IKM Testing can supply water-jetting equipment
capable of ultra high working pressures, which have the
capability to remove surface protections such as paint
and additionally the cold cutting of material.
Diesel or electrical drives can be supplied, to be used
onshore or offshore with the required certification.
Before cleaning
After cleaning
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BOLT WORKING SERVICES
IKM Testing provides improved methods for the tightening
of bolted flange connections. These methods of tightening
are essential for systems that are exposed to severe operating
conditions or where a correct stress distribution in the bolted
joint is required. These methods of controlled tightening are
commonly referred to as Bolt Torquing and Bolt Tensioning.
They are two totally different methods of bolt tightening, one
is a gradual method of induced load and the other
instantaneous. Torque tightening involves the rotation of the
nut on its bearing surface and is highly dependant on correct
and adequate lubrication, whilst tensioning induces the load
axially, by stretching the bolt within the elastic limits of its
material to supply the desired bolt load.
IKM Testing has extensive experience in the execution of
controlled tightening to any bolted joint and the provision of
mechanical joint integrity. Our skilled technicians will provide
a leak free joint on process systemconnections and offer the
added assurance of a leak free start up.
Bolt Tightening (Tensioning)
• Hydraulic Load Cells to provide specified bolt stresses
to any flanged or mechanical joint configuration
• High level of accuracy
• Even load distribution across the joint
• Normally 50% tool cover
• Easy to handle
Torque Tightening
• Hydraulic torque wrenches
• Low profile or square drive mode of operation
• Reliable and versatile tools
• Single or multi wrench applications
• Controlled and safe method of tightening
• Extensive range of accessories
Additional Services
• Hand torque tightening
• Nut splitters
• Flange Spreaders
• Flange Alignment
• Flange and bolt protectors
• Subsea tensioning systems
• Special tooling packages
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Engineering
• On site engineering services
• Technical support services
• Torque and Tensioning calculations
• Bolt working procedures
• Bolting specifications
• Data sheets
• Competence in gasket and sealing technology
Scope of use
• Offshore, topside and subsea installations
• During construction and life of plant operations
• Refineries, petro-chemical and process plant
• During construction and life of plant operations
• Hook up and commissioning.
• Subsea pipelines, manifolds and riser connections
• Steel constructions (civil) - framework and structures
• Crane manufacture and installation
• Vessel/pump/valve manufacture
COLD CUTTING / CUTTING SERVICES
IKM Testings wide range of Tritool equipment, designed for
ease operation, deliver maximum performance to produce
expert results.
Simultaneous cutting and beveling capabilities minimizes
material loss for component replacement and/or repairs.
The split frame design of the ”Clamshell” lathe allows the
machine to separate and mount around the OD of the in-line
pipe or fittings for strong, stable clamping. Clamshells perform
precision in-line sever or simultaneous sever/bevel operations,
as well as weld end preparation and counterboring on open
ended pipe.
We can offer Tri Tool equipment for rent, or experienced staff
of qualified technicians, equipped with our latest machinery, to
perform on-site machining services.
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PIPE LABELLING / FLOW CODING
Colour coding/flow coding ensures quick recognition of
medium and flow direction for any system.
IKM Testing can plan, procure materials, perform and
document the actual performance as part of our core business
area. Planning and performed is according to appropriate
standards or clients specific requirements.
Typically methods involve plastic tape glued to the pipe surface
and laminated plastic signs, fastened to the pipes by plastic
straps and locks. The required text is visible in an arrow shaped
window. Colours, text and type of marking/signs can be
customized to suit individual needs.
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DRYING / AIR TREATMENT
Following the cleaning or flushing process it is normal to dry
the system. IKM Testing can offer services and equipment with
the capability to remove any moisture from within the system.
Drying of pipelines prior to product introduction can be
performed by the use of dry air or by vacuum drying. Drying of
hydraulic oil lines is performed by the use of a purifier, which
removes dissolved water and gas.
Hydraulic system water content can be measured by the use
of an analysis kit and for pipelines a dew point meter can be
used.
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CHEMICAL CLEANING
The presence of internal scale and its removal is a major
challenge in process systems and its ancillary equipment. IKM
Testing is working proactively together with its customers to
find a effectual manner of solution. Modern chemistry and
technology gives industry access to more accommodating
chemicals. These new mixtures and their usage will maximise
system efficiency, maintain production economies and give an
assurance on the protection of the environment. IKM Testing
procedures are evolved to meet the highest demands of
environmental legislation, and the products we use have been
created to meet present day requirements.
Industry has placed a greater emphasis on long intervalls
between cleaning/maintenance, hence requiring improved
chemicals and methods. IKM Testing has devised cleaning
methods that can be used during decommissioning activities.
Chemical cleaning methods can also be utilised where there
has been the potential of LSA/NORM polluted scale.
At completion of the cleaning process, the waste scale can be
separated from the chemical mixture for further treatment.
Purpose
• Removal of organic and inorganic scale/desalination
• Extended maintenance intervals
• Increased efficiency of equipment
• Increased efficiency of process systems
• Environmentally friendly ‘non hazardous’
• Improved plant economics
Equipment
• Equipment for chemical cleaning available to meet any
system requirements
• Ability to use existing system equipment
• Water blasting/hydrojetting equipment
• Electric/air/diesel driven equipment
• Can be performed in classified areas/offshore zones
Before
After
Chemicals
• User friendly
• Environmentally friendly
• Biologically degradable
• Water based
• Non - Corrosive
• Non - Flammable
• Non - Chlorine
• OLF/HOCNOF approved
Additional Services
• Removal of barium sulphate, silicon, calcium carbonate
• Online cleaning of systems and components
• Dynamic chemistry
• Removal of LSA/NORM scale
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After
Scope of use
• Opening of plugged systems, pipes or valves
• The refurbishment of mechanical equipment/vessels/
tanks
• For increased efficiency of heat exchangers
• Cleaning of process systems and their support systems
HOT OIL FLUSHING
Cleanliness of systems is paramount prior to production and
certification of cleanness is essential during the construction/
commissioning phases of any project. Typically systems such as
lube oil, BOP, Wellhead Control and umbilical all require
certification of cleanliness. Other tubing and piping systems
may also have this requirement for cleanness.
IKM Testing have oil flushing units with the desired range of
reservoir capacities, pump output pressure and delivery suitable
for all pipeline dimensions and configurations, oil types and
viscosity. Analysis to determine the cleanness of systems can be
achieved by two methods manually by microscopic analysis or
automatically by computerised online particle counting.
Verification of cleanliness to standards such as ISO 4406 or
NAS 1683 will identify particle and water content. Flushing
units with diesel or electrical drives can be supplied, to be
used onshore and offshore with the required certification.
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MAINTENANCE HEAT EXCHANGERS
A heat exchanger is a critical component in many processes.
IKM Testing has developed methods that enable a large extent
of In-Situ (on site) cleaning, inspection and maintenance with
minimal reaching time. Pro-active measurements implemented
on entire systems help prevent down time and will ensure
system integrity between planned maintenance and inspection
intervals.
Whole systems of users can be cleaned with minimal
interference/dismantling. Automatic flushing systems for entire
tube bundles shorten the flushing time on site considerably.
IKM Testing can perform all operations in its own workshops.
When responsible for a complete overhaul, the heat exchanger
is returned fully documented to the client once ready.
For work on offshore installations all equipment is Z-015
approved, and there are methods developed for work on
facilities that are in operation. Inspection, testing and pluging
operations are done by use of portable equipment that can be
transported by plane/helicopter along with the service
technician.
Inspection
• Material inspection
• Video inspection
• Digital documentation
• Portable equipment
• Ex equipment
Cleaning and testing documentation
• Chemical cleaning
• UHP/hydro jetting/aqua milling
• Automatic flushing unit
• Nitrogen purging
• Pressure testing on site
• N2/He leak testing/soap testing
• Portable Z-015 approved equipment
Pigging and repair
• In-Situ pigging
• Pigs for all materials, pressures and dimensions
• Reparation
Monitoring/follow-up
• Flow testing
• Loss of pressure over time
• Efficiency over time
• Material inspection
• Monitoring and logging
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Scope of use
• In-Situ offshore
• In-Situ onshore
• Client/IKM workshop
• Process industry
• Food industry
• Shipping
CERTIFICATION OF ACCUMULATORS
IKM Testing performs certification and re-certification of
accumulators. We dismantle, inspect, clean, test, function
test and reinstall all types of accumulators. We also have
a well established contact network for delivery of parts
for the most familiar brands. IKM has its own dedicated
personnel to perform full re-certification and
classification.
Execution/Re-certification
• Accumulators are isolated from the system,
pressure and fluid/gas is removed
• Accumulators are dismantled
• Inspection and cleaning is done
• All vital parts are checked and changed if needed
• Pressure testing is done
• Accumulator is installed back into the system
• Documentation/certificate is issued
Equipment
• Complete certification container
• Pre-charge/repair units
• Roughness meter and hone equipment
• Centring equipment
• Calibration equipment
• Test equipment
Related services
• Video inspection of accumulator shell
• Hot oil flushing of hydraulic systems
• Calibration of pressure indicators
• Rent of temporary accumulators
• Certification of nitrogen backup bottles
• Certification of pressure chambers and N2/LN2 tanks
• Analysis of hydraulic fluids
Scope of use
• Certification offshore with Z-015 equipment
• Onshore industry, refineries and petrochemical
facilities
• Maintenance and certification in our own
workshop
Piston accumulator
Charging point
Gasket
Piston
Bladder accumulator
Membrane accumulator
Charging point
Charging point
Housing
Housing
Bladder
Membrane
System connection
Housing
System connection
System connection
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HVAC CLEANING
Air quality and indoor climate are vital factors for well-being.
Raised awareness involving the dangers of bad air quality has
increased the focus on cleaning of HVAC systems.
IKM Testing can provide simpler and more efficient methods to
HVAC cleaning than what is traditionally used. New methods
are developed based on environmental requirements, safety,
efficient execution and documentation. Temporary ventilation
can be installed whilst cleaning is in progress.
Problems
• Bad air quality
• Odour and moisture
• Allergy reactions
• Sleepyness and dizziness
• Health/safety risk
• Fire hazard
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After
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Solutions
• Survey, inspection and mapping
• Internal cleaning of entire HVAC systems
• Removing grease and dirt
• Removing odour and aroma matter
• Removing fertile infection conditions
• Removing corrosion
• Improving system efficiency
Equipment
• Dry ice tools
• Rotating brushes
• Manually/remote operated equipment
• Inspection equipment
• Exhaust fan
• Filters
Methods
• Gentle cleaning with dry ice
• Rotating and fixed nozzles
• Video inspection
• Mechanical cleaning/brushes
• Chemical cleaning
• Inspection
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After
Scope of use
• Ventilation kitchen/galley
• Ventilation workshop
• Air shafts in accomodation units
• Offices
• Education premises
• Hotels
• Hospitals
• Ships
DRY ICE CLEANING
In many cases dry ice can replace hydrojetting, chemical
cleaning, brushing, mechanical cleaning or sand blasting. The
cleaning waste is limited to the removed matter, since the dry
ice vaporises and therefore doesn’t generate any additional
waste.
The use of dry ice is completely without abrasives and will not
harm any surfaces. The dry ice will expand (530 times) when
transitioning into gas, as it reaches the surface and breaks
loose the deposits. Dry ice in its solid form is without colour,
odour and taste, and is a natural part of our atmosphere. The
material is only exposed to a local cooling and therefore the
environment will not be polluted due to the dry ice.
When using dry ice the need for water and chemicals is
eliminated entirely and potential allergics will not be botherd
by evaporation in the time after cleaning.
Method
• Lance with nozzles
• Rotating nozzles
• Centring wagons with steering/video
• Self-going wagon/robot with steering/video
Areas of application
• Electrical equipment/trafoes etc. (voltage)
• Food industry equipment
• Fire reconstruction/removal of ash and soot
• Paint and grafitti removal
• Removal of wax, asphalt and oil
• Industrial machinery
• Motors
• HVAC
• ”Sensitive” surroundings
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DECOMMISSIONING / PASSIVATION
The passivation and preservation of pipeline systems
is normally associated with the decommissioning and
abandonment of installations and is normally performed by
use of the following options; nitrogen, steam, water, ultra high
pressure jetting or mechanical cleaning. Method selection is
normally dependant on the system to be treated content and
the pipe specification.
These processes will remove hydrocarbons, scale, mud, burnt
oil and other residues found on internal surfaces and they
will also remove marine growth and shellfish from external
surfaces. Waste and effluent is collected and treated in
accordance with current and specific environmental directives
and are certified as free of hydrocarbons.
Onshore and offshore certified equipment is available from our
wide range of stocks and include steam generators, nitrogen
equipment and high pressure jetting units.
IKM Testing has extensive experience in the removal of
hydrocarbons prior to shutdown and during decommissioning
activities.
Scope of use
• Passivation of process pipes in contact with
Hydrocarbons
• Cleaning of pipeline system for reuse
• Preparatory work prior to removal of offshore
installations or individual process systems
(Decommissioning/Cessation)
• Abandonment/passivation of refinery, chemical
processing or other onshore installations
• Preservation of redundant/ closed systems and
installations
• Cleaning of structures, removal of scale, organic material
and marine growth
Steam Cleaning
• Removal of solidified hydrocarbons
• Scale removal and drainage from the inner walls of
pipelines
• High capacity steam generators (certified for offshore
usage)
Before
After
Additional services
• Nitrogen purging for removal of hydrocarbons
• Cold cutting
• Pre-engineering and preparation of work packages
and procedures
• HSE system, assessments and analysis
• Gel pigging of pipelines prior to passivation/
decommissioning operations
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Water as a Tool/U.H.P
• Internal and external cleaning of pipelines, equipment
and surfaces
• Rotating hose or nozzle configuration
• Hydrojetting pressure up to 37000 psi
• Component conversions for UHP operations
• Cleaning and removal of obstructions in pipes
• Removal of burnt scale
• Ability to crush and then transport residues out of the
pipeline
Mechanical cleaning
• Waste treatment
• Destruction
• Waste management
• Industrial vacuum cleaners
PRESERVATION
Preservation is a description of the activities that are primarily
performed to maintain the quality of a component(s), and to
reduce future loss in value or effectiveness. Preservation can be
simply a ‘physical’ covering by the use of wrapping products or
by the provision of a protective coating in the form of a fluid,
powder, solid tablet, wax or grease, primarily performed to
provide long or short term protection against detrimental
effects from external elements.
IKM Testing provides all services required in the performance of
this work from planning, front-end engineering, formulation
of manuals, purchasing of preservation materials and the
provision of preservation services to the customer.
Environmentally ‘friendly’ chemicals are used for the removal
and prevention of corrosion to any surface type either to the
internal or external surfaces of the component. Pipeline and
Process systems can be injected with gas under pressure or at
vacuum to prevent further detrimental penetrations.
IKM provide coverings in the form of jointed (sewn) fabric
sheets, aluminium foil or tape, and in plastic, typically as covers
for flanges.
Scope of use
• Pipe systems
• Pumps and engines
• Tanks, vessels and heat exchangers
• Valves
• Turbines and compressors
• Electrical cabinets
• Structures
Coating/Waxing
• External or Internal waxing of component surfaces
• Internal waxing of subsea pipes/assemblies
• Automated units to enable waxing to all types of pipe material
Inhibitor
• Environmentally friendly fogging inhibitors/chemicals injected
into pipes/process systems for long term preservation
• Foam inhibitor to fill and preserve cavities
• Inhibitor can be added to fluid as a final phase in chemical
cleaning or may be used in a test medium
• Reduces likelihood of future corrosion
Covering
• Covers for all pipe material in any dimension/configuration
• Bolt, nut, thread protections
• Wrapping/packaging of pipes and other components prior to
long term storage
• Sale of packing/cover materials
• Sewn fabric sheets for protection of valves and other
components
Products
• Oil, wax, gel
• Nitrogen/gas
• Chemicals
• Damp phase corrosion inhibitor
• Silica gel
• Wrapping products
• Absorbent materials
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CLEANING OF SLOP WATER / X-CLEAN
X-Clean is a mobile system for removal of oil and particles in
water. The principle is based on flocculation and filtration. If
required an additional ”after polishing” step, by the use of a
polymer filter, can be utilized. The treated water is analysed on
site.
The system has been built into a 20` container and is approved
for use both onshore and offshore. The system is perfect for
water treatment of ballast water, slop-water, drilling water and
waste water from cleaning operations.
Skimmed oil/hydrocarbons can be re-injected into the process
or collected for destruction. Collected particles/sediments are
normally sent to destruction.
Typical capacity of the X-Clean system is approximately 5m3/h,
dependent on degree of pollution in the water.
Flotation system
Advantages
• Reduced cost
• Reduced waste for
destruction
• High degree of recycling/
reuse of water
• Reduced need for waste
transport
Control system
Cyclones
Mixing tank
Sedimentation tank 1
Sedimentation tank 2
Cleaning filt e r
Chemical pumps
Chemicals
Flocculation system
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TANK CLEANING / VTCS
IKM Testing performs cleaning of tanks offshore and onshore,
cleaning of ballast tanks when damaged, large storage tanks
for decommissioning and daily cleaning of tanks onboard
supply vessels.
In addition to the conventional methods used with manual
cleaning of the tanks, remote operated equipment is used
for internal circulation/flushing, usually in combination with
vacuum equipment. This is done to minimise/eliminate the use
of personnel inside the tanks.
We have equipment for washing, steaming, vacuum suction,
purging and inspection for all types of tanks. When necessary
we will accommodate the equipment for the individual tank.
When using more recent methods for cleaning one can avoid
any persons coming in contact with the waste from the
cleaning process, thus allowing hazardous waste to be handled
in a safer manner.
Vacuum Cleaning
Vacuum Tank Cleaning System (VTCS) has a series of
advantages compared to traditional tank cleaning. The
method requires less time and simplifies both the work and
the waste management. The system sucks out the deposit
and transports it to a tank which can be placed up to 80
meters away from the work area (several tanks may be used
to avoid interruptions in the cleaning process). The vacuum
pump ensures that the deposits are sucked through the hose
and directly to the storage tanks, which can then easily be
transported and emptied. The hose may be handled by one
person, which reduces the need for personnel considerably.
Mud tanks
Safety tank
Vacuum Unit
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CUTTINGS TRANSPORT SYSTEM
The Cuttings Transport System (CTS) is in use by a large
number of operators and installations. The system provides a
well proven and tested mean of transporting the drill cuttings
associated with the top hole drilling. The systems are mobile
and built according to industrial standards. The system can be
adapted to suit most installations, vessels and drilling methods/
operations. Many installations have pre installed interfaces
(both topside and subsea) for use of this system.
Pumps are mainly electrical, but diesel driven pumps can be
used and provided.
The system is ejector based with large capacities. The cuttings
are sucked away and transported up to 400 meters by use of
installed special hoses.
CTS design
• Max water depth today: 500 meter
• Drilling fluid return flowrate: 6000 l/min
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SUBSEA SPOOLS
IKM Testing performs all services related to pre-commissioning
and commissioning of tie-in spools for subsea pipeline systems.
Types of operations
The following operations are the most common ones used for
commissioning of tie-in spools:
• Flooding
• Cleaning
• Gauging
Flooding, cleaning and gauging is usually done by pigs,
propelled through the spools.
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Pressure testing
Dewatering
Drying
Preservation
Pig placement (pipe/spool)
Dewatering and drying is normally done by use of dry/warm air
or nitrogen. Preservation is done by filling the system with e.g.
glycol or chemically treated water.
• Waxing
• Gel filling
Waxing and gel filling is mostly done on spools that
consist of a material with low resistance to sea water, e.g.
13% chrome.
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PIPELINE SERVICES
IKM Testing’s Subsea department performs all services related
to pre-commissioning and commissioning of pipeline systems,
including maintenance of existing pipes and pressure systems.
We work actively together with our clients to find optimal
technical solutions, accommodating efficiency, environment
and economy.
Activities/disciplines
• Pre-commissioning
This is a series of operations that needs to be done in order to
prepare a subsea pipeline system for use/filling of product.
• Commissioning
These operations normally come after pre-commissioning and
begin with introduction of the line matter/product into the
system, followed by pressurisation up to operational pressure.
This may be done in one single operation.
• Maintenance/servicing
A wide range of operations need to be done frequently
when existing pipelines shall be kept up to date. Examples of
servicing may include wax removal or change of use, e.g. from
production to water injection.
• FEED (Front End Engineering & Design)
To ensure that all pre-commissioning and commissioning
activities may be done in a sensible and cost efficient way,
IKM Testing performs FEED studies in the design phase of
subsea development projects. These studies include – in
addition to a description of how the pre-commissioning
operations can/should be done for that specific system –
functional requirements for e.g. pig traps, connection points,
dimensioning of piping and valve placement.
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PIG is the most recognised term for a plug/tool that is inserted into a
pipe-system and pumped through that system with a given matter – an
operation which is also called pigging. Pigging is necessary in order to
operate a pipe system safe and efficiently and is done by cleaning and
control in the construction phase, efficient filling and drying in the startup phase and securing and isolation of repair areas.
Types of operations
In connection with the defined activities/disciplines, the following
operations are the more common ones:
• Flooding
• Cleaning
• Gauging
These are normally done by use of pigs, which are propelled through the
system.
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High-speed flushing
Pressure testing
Dewatering
Drying/vacuum drying
Pig before and after use
Dewatering and drying is normally performed by use of pressurised air
or nitrogen. Alternatively dewatering can be done by filling the systems
with e.g. glycol or diesel.
• Waxing
• Gel filling and pigging
Waxing and gel filling is mostly carried out on pipeline systems that
consist of a material with low resistance to sea water, e.g. 13% chrome.
Additional services
In addition to the above, IKM Testing also has the knowledge, experience
and resources to perform the following services related to pipes and
pipeline systems:
• Design and delivery of all types of pigs
• Function testing of specialised pigs
• Maintenance/cleaning and pigs/
inspection tools
• Delivery of inspection pigs/tools/
services
• Pig tracking equipment
• Leak testing by use of dye
• Design and fabrication of pig traps
• Video inspection of J-tubes
• Subsea pressure monitoring/logging
• Ice pigging
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UMBILICAL TESTING SERVICES
IKM Testing performs all services related to pre-commissioning
and commissioning of umbilicals.
Activities
The umbilical related services cover all forms of testing in
connection with:
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Pre- and Post Load-out Tests
• Monitoring and Installation
• Final Testing
Types of operations
The following operations are performed:
Hydraulic
• Pressure testing of hydraulic lines
• Pressure testing of chemical lines
• Drying (oil/chemicals)
• Flow testing of hydraulic/chemical lines
• Flushing of hydraulic/chemical lines
Electrical cable testing
• Insulation Resistance (IR)
• Conductor Resistance (CR)
• Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR)
Optical fibre testing
• Optical Time Domain Reflectometry (OTDR)
The work is done by dedicated personnel with lengthy
experience within this line of work.
Additional services
In addition to the above, IKM Testing also performs the
following umbilical related services:
• Labelling/tagging
• Cleanliness controls and fluid analysis
• Wireless pressure monitoring
• Wireless Conductor Resistance (CR) monitoring
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TESTING WORKSHOP
IKM Testing is established with departments at all the major
offshore bases in Norway. All our departments have well
developed workshops/test halls with solid experience and
competence. Our large equipment stock makes it easier to
mobilise on short notice.
Most of the services we perform on site, can if appropriate, be
done in our test halls. We have extensive experience in testing
and cleaning of prefabricated spools. We would like to
emphasise that we have several agreements with clients that
include services such as; certification of accumulators, cleaning
and inspection of process equipment (hydro cyclones, filters
etc.), testing, cleaning and replacement of fluids in service lines
etc. These are well established agreements where the client
sends its equipment to IKM and the equipment is returned
fully documented and in its pre-agreed state.
Many oil companies use IKM’s test halls for verification and
cleaning of oils. We have equipment for cleansing (removal
of water and particles) of all oil types. The oil is then returned
to the client fully cleaned and documented according to the
prevailing requirements.
We can take on full responsibility for multi-discipline projects
including engineering, procurement, installation, testing,
cleaning, inspection etc. We have developed facilities and
services for one-stop-shop.
The pipelines and process systems are returned fully cleaned,
certified and documented.
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EQUIPMENT RENTAL
IKM Testing has the largest equipment range within
commissioning and process systems. We deliver equipment
on a large scale for industrial work, shipping, onshore and
offshore activities.
We perform continuous upgrades of our existing equipment
and invest in new equipment, hence will we always cover the
market’s needs, and at the same time be in compliance with
the governing standards and regulations for certification of
equipment.
Internet
More and more of our clients see the benefits of being able
to look up the appropriate equipment within our range of
equipment for hire, which is made available online along with
the technical datasheets for the equipment. If you’re on the
look out for equipment within testing, cleaning or inspection,
we recommend a search at www.IKM.no. Our range of
equipment for hire is one the most complete ranges you will
find, both for the onshore and offshore markets.
We would now like to summarise a selection of rental
opportunities within some of our defined service areas:
Water/chemical circulation
We have a modern and largely varied selection of pumps
for circulation of water, chemicals and other fluids with low
viscosity. Our range varies from plain pumps to compact units
with integrated tanks, coolers/heaters, filters and temperatureand flow indicators, installed in DNV certified frames.
Most of our pumps are made of stainless steel and are
equipped with chemical resistant gaskets and seals. We offer
units with onshore/industry standards and units with Z-015
specifications for offshore use. Larger units are delivered both
electric and diesel driven. Our range spans everything from
centrifugal pumps with capacities up to 15 000 litres/min, to
high pressure units delivering over 2000 bar.
Some of our circulation units may be placed onboard a vessel
or onshore, and be self-sufficient with feeding water by
sucking water from the sea or a reservoir.
We deliver complete packages, which makes it is easy to
obtain all accessories from one supplier. Typical additional
equipment may include:
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Tanks/filters
Heat exchangers/heaters/steamers
Feed pumps/diaphragm pumps/submersible pumps
Vacuum suction units
Injection pumps
Hydraulic hose reels
Hoses/fittings/x-overs/connectors/flanges
Oil circulation and analysis
We have close to 80 units designed for circulation of oils and oil based
fluids. Either you’re going to pump mineral based, synthetic or water
based oil, we have the equipment for it. We have compact units with
tanks, coolers/heaters, filters and temperature and flow indicators, both
for onshore and offshore use. We will help you find the best suitable unit
for your purpose, either you need a unit with full DNV lifting certification
or a smaller unit on wheels, which you can easily place as close to the
work area as possible. We have units that can deliver up to 1 500 litres/
min.
Do you wish to analyse the oil yourself and control the cleanliness
of your system? Then we offer analysis equipment for most of the
equipment we have on hire. We can deliver anything from a simple
laboratory case, where the particle analysis is done by microscope,
to automatic particle counters that can be connected online in the
circulation or as a stationary counter with sample bottles. We have a
large range of particle counters for water based fluids (glycol, MEG, TEG,
Oceanic, Transaqua etc.). If you wish to measure the water content of
the oil, we can deliver hand held water analysers.
We can deliver the following additional equipment:
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Accumulators
Oil filled pumps
Filter unites/water absorbing filters
Oil dryers/purifiers
Hoses/fittings/x-overs/connectors/flanges
High pressure pumping
Our large diesel driven high pressure pumps satisfy all offshore
requirements. Either you need pumps for testing of large systems and
pipelines, or for internal high pressure cleaning, we have the equipment
for it. Units with lesser flow requirements are also available electric
driven. We have high pressure pumps built into trucks and special made
for use in refineries and large onshore facilities.
Either you require equipment for pumping/flushing up to 2800 bar, or
one of our many popular Z-015 diesel driven machines with a capacity of
1000 bar and 180 litres/min, please contact us for a quotation.
The following additional equipment may be delivered with our units:
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Rotofan/nozzle case
Foot pedal
Flushing lances/pistols
High pressure hoses
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Steaming
We have a large range in small and larger steam units. Offshore steamgenerators equipped with DNV approved spark nets are delivered with
a capacity of 200 – 1800 kW (2900 kg/steam pr. hour). Complete
deliveries, inclusive hoses and manifolds, are available.
Testing equipment
IKM Testing, in co-operation with IKM Laboratorium, can deliver all you
need for pressure testing and vacuum testing. We have several hundred
air driven pumps in our range. The pumps may be delivered with an
integrated tank and stroke counter, or with separate tanks that are
connected to the pumps. If you haven’t got air available, we can also
deliver hand driven high pressure pumps.
Complete test packages can be delivered. We have a large range of
recorders (mechanical, Fuji, data loggers), transmitters, manometers,
manifolds, hoses etc. All measuring and logging equipment is delivered
with approved calibration certificates.
Through our associated company IKM Products we can also offer
instrumentation and testing equipment for sale, through several
agencies.
Nitrogen equipment
We have a wide range of modern equipment within nitrogen services.
The past years we have used large sums on upgrading our existing
equipment and investing in new fully spec’ed nitrogen equipment; Z-015
approved pumps and also a large selection of tanks for liquid nitrogen
(6-18 bar).
In addition we have expanded our equipment range with units for
nitrogen generation. The system is based on diaphragm technology and
the nitrogen is generated on the spot. Compressed air is converted into
95-99% pure nitrogen, at a capacity of 2300 m3/h. In some cases this
system may replace the requirement for liquid nitrogen and it is perfectly
suitable for drying, preservation and purging of large tanks and pipeline
systems.
In addition we have the following nitrogen equipment is available for
hire:
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Air driven gas boosters
Vaporisers
OPS skids
Leak seekers (hand held)/listening devices/vacuum pumps
Inspection equipment
Equipment for internal inspection of pipelines down to 5mm, larger
pipeline dimensions and tanks are available in our range of equipment
for hire. We have close to a 100 different equipment packages in our
assortment, where several are EX-approved. For larger dimensions we
have self-going tractors with pan and tilt cameras.
We offer digital storage and documentation to meet your needs. Extra
monitors, recorders, printers and digital cameras can be delivered if
required.
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Air treatment
Air treatment is one of our new focus areas, where we have invested
considerably the last years. We have several Z-015 compressors in our
range of equipment for hire, with capacities of up to 50 m3/min at 25
bar. In addition we have large air dryers in our range, with a capacity
of 70 m3/min, which dry down to a dew point of -70°C. These dryers
are according to the specifications of Z-015 and are installed in DNV
approved containers.
In addition the following air management equipment is available for hire:
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Diesel driven hot air units
Electric fans for temporary ventilation
Z-015 approved electric air heaters
Electric after-coolers
Air filters/breathing stations
Hoses/manifolds/air nozzles
Bolt working equipment
IKM offers equipment from all the major suppliers. Within torque tools
we have a wide selection of tools from Hytorc, Plarad and Hydratight.
And for tensioning/stretching we have thousands of jacks from both
Hydratight and Elan, for both topside and subsea.
Either you wish to supplement your own equipment with missing
sizes, or wish to rent complete equipment packages; we have the right
selection for you.
In addition we have a wide selection of flange spreaders, flange aligners
and nut splitters.
Filtration
IKM delivers anything from small portable filter pots to large filter units,
high and low pressure. Our large filter units have capacities of up to 30
m3/min. We also deliver 20K filter houses, and we have filter solutions
for removal of water in oil and vice versa. We have several hundred filter
houses in our range of equipment for hire.
Either you need filtration of water, chemicals, oil or air, we have the
solution for you.
Plugs and blinding material
We have large warehouses with blinding materials, and we offer a
great number of dimensions and pressure ranges within most standards
among our equipment for hire. Either you need an ANSI flange or spade,
API, SAE, DIN or SPO compact flanges, IKM is the right place to check
for availability. In addition we offer a great range of greyloc, spolock and
techlock hubs and brackets.
If you need plugs, we can deliver both high pressure and low pressure
plugs, large and small dimensions.
If you have made any modifications on large single welded systems,
you can avoid testing the whole system by using our joint testers
or flange testers. If required, these can be delivered together with
complete testing packages.
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PERSONNEL AND MANNING
IKM Testing offers experienced personnel for hire, with
documented high competence and multi-disciplinary skills
within our line of trade. We endeavour to accommodate
the client’s needs and deliver swift and flexible. The hire
period may vary from a few days to several months. We have
personnel on site at several large scale projects.
IKM works continuously in improving itself within traditional
and newer business areas, and we focus on development as an
attractive employer. This contributes to the fact that we have
many skilled workers and specialised personnel within a wide
range of disciplines.
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We regularly update our websites with news, contact information, equipment
information (online equipment catalogue) and much more. Visit us at:
www.IKM.no
IKM is a multidiscipline sub
supplier to the oil and gas industry.
Our priority area is growth:
growth in sales, growth in profits
and growth in the services supplied.
IKM will continue to establish new
businesses, do acquisitions and
alliances in order to steadily develop
IKM as a quality supplier.
The IKM Group conduct business within
the following main areas:
• Electrical Engineering/Instrumentation/
Process
• Machining
• Mechanical Completion/Commissioning
• Engineering/Construction/Operation
• KAEFER IKM
IKM Testing AS, Head Office:
Ljosheimvegen 3
4050 Sola, Norway
Tlf.: +47 51 64 90 00
Fax: +47 51 64 90 01
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.IKM.no