Protecting Your Asset-Choosing the Proper Pipeline Coating and Field Joint Solution

Abstract Often the industry asks the question about steel water pipeline design life. More often than not, the response is “it depends”. There are several items that fall under the “it depends” category, including coatings and field joint solutions. This paper will discuss the various available options in the market today both for mainline coatings as well as options for field joints. Different considerations will be discussed including desired service life, surface preparation considerations, application procedures, along with many other factors that come into play, either in the shop or the field.