TPT March 2016

4-8 April 2016

Fluid solutions for tube manufacturers QUAKER Chemical Corporation, a chemical supplier focused on tube and pipe manufacturing, will feature the new Quakercool ® 700 series platform with emphasis on its threading performance for the mechanical, structural and OCTG tube and pipe process fluid applications. The range includes Quakercool 730 TP for standard threading, Quakercool 750 TP for premium threading, and Quakercool 770 TP for ultra-premium threading. insert wear costs. The metalworking coolants in the Quakercool 700 series are high-performance, mineral oil-free micro-emulsions with a flexible modular design for compatibility with upstream chemistries and downstream coatings. It is a single product technology for use in multiple operations and with various substrates. In addition to thread cutting, the fluid solutions can tackle roll forming and hydrotesting.

fluids, speciality greases, hot forming and rolling lubricants, and metalworking fluids, while at the back end it has a wide range of corrosion preventives and transport coatings, including solvent- based, water-based, and ultraviolet coatings. Complementary to the products, Quaker’s application expertise can assist in the entire tube and pipe making process, from casting, forming and finishing to coatings.

Quaker offers a ‘front-to-back’ range of integrated processing fluids and coatings for seamless and welded tube and pipe manufacturing. At the front end, the company provides fire-resistant hydraulic

Depending on the challenge and complexity of the threading process, these multiple solutions can help extend tool life and, in turn, minimise tool and

Quaker Chemical Corp – USA Email: info@quakerchem.com Website: www.quakerchem.com

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Coupling technology STRAUB specialises in the develop- ment of pipe connections and repair products. The company claims to be flexible and robust in aligning itself to changes in the marketplace, which can happen almost overnight. With a network of business partners the company, which belongs to the Aliaxis group in Belgium, is active worldwide. The technical benefits of using pipe couplings include a flexible and stress- free connection that also compensates tolerances of pipe ODs.

conditions: axial restraint and flexible, one-part, two-part or foldable, as well as couplings for connecting different pipe materials, such as HDPE. If secure and permanent pipe systems and pipe connections are required, Straub supports the customer individually, by offering engineering solutions and on-site installation. Based on the original Straub coupling technology, and in close cooperation with the customer, the right coupling is developed that fulfils the project-specific specifications.

Couplings from Straub

lip increases with increasing internal pressure. With quick and easy installation, the pipe ends need no preparation. As there is no welding or adhesive use, neither fire nor explosion protection measures have to be taken. Various types of coupling are available to meet the demands of different industries and installation

The couplings dampen structure- borne noise and vibrations and compensate for thermal expansion. The coupling seals work progressively, ie the contact pressure of the sealing

Straub Werke AG – Switzerland Email: straub@straub.ch Website: www.straub.ch

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Ultrasonic testing with immersion control tank PROVEA recently delivered a new ultrasonic testing bench. The main developments concerned the UT control tank and the tube conveying and guidance systems for helical motion of the tube. measurement). Sensor mapping can be set on demand. motion of the tube. The pitch chosen is set using centralised angle rolls. Automated speed regulation is ensured between each roll of the unit. The new design also enables a large tube range capacity. Mechanical pinions ensure an identical distance between each pair of rolls in contact with tubes.

New electrical positioners have been added so that settings are registered in the control panel. For one tube campaign (OD, WT), positions of probes can be registered in the panel. Mechanical settings are called for a new campaign (eg table height automatically set). The tank is suitable for conventional sensor application and phased array technologies. 3-roll centring and motorised systems have been designed specifically for the project, allowing helical

The full immersion control tank is based on a stainless steel structure featuring specific guidance parts for tube axis/sensors. Five ultrasonic sensor holders are included, with dedicated and accurate positioning mechanical settings (longitudinal, transversal defect detection and wall thickness

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Provea – France Email: contact@provea-machine-tube.com Website: www.provea-machine-tube.com

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