Development projects for oil and gas facilities are split into different phases and materials selection is an important input to all these phases in order to be able to estimate the cost accurately. The split in roles between the operator and the engineering company will be decided by the operator by defining what is to be delivered in the scope of work for the studies.

There are significant differences in how materials selection is performed between operators and the same operator can choose different materials solutions for different geographical areas. Several parameters influence the materials selection, such as tax regime, cost of maintenance, experience and traditions.

ISO 214571  is the only international standard that covers all issues related to materials selection. This document has been available since 2010 and is used successfully by some companies as a basis for development for of general philosophies and materials selection reports. This standard identifies relevant degradation mechanisms and identifies materials options to be chosen. This will ensure predictable and consistent materials selection for future facilities.

Subject
Costs, Materials, Cathodic protection, Materials selection, Corrosion prediction, Pipelines, Philosophy, Corrosion inhibitors, Engineering, Maritime, Contractors, Carbon steel, Corrosion protection
Keywords:
Materials selection, standardization, development projects, UNS S31603, CAPEX
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