ExxonMobil Develops and Licenses Patented Field Welding Technology for High-Pressure Pipelines

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ExxonMobil Corporation has announced the development and grant of a patent for its field welding technology, used to construct high-pressure X120 ultra high-strength steel linepipe. The patented technology has been licensed to Nippon Steel Corporation, allowing the company to manufacture the proprietary welding wire. This agreement makes Nippon Steel the world's first and sole pipe manufacturer to have available both a mill to manufacture X120 linepipe and ExxonMobil's welding technology for pipeline construction.

Key Takeaways:

  • ExxonMobil has developed and granted a patent for its patented field welding technology, which meets X120 strength requirements and is compatible with conventional pipeline construction practices.
  • The technology has been licensed to Nippon Steel Corporation, allowing the company to manufacture the proprietary welding wire.
  • X120 linepipe is 50% stronger than the strongest linepipe steel (X80) commonly used in gas transmission pipelines.
  • The technology is considered cost-effective and safe for transportation.
  • Nippon Steel is now the world's first and sole pipe manufacturer to have available both a mill to manufacture X120 linepipe and ExxonMobil's welding technology for pipeline construction.
  • The benefits of X120 linepipe include increased safety and reduced maintenance costs for pipeline operators.
  • ExxonMobil's field welding technology is a significant innovation in the oil and gas industry, enabling the construction of high-pressure pipelines that meet or exceed current industry standards.
  • The partnership between ExxonMobil and Nippon Steel has the potential to drive the adoption of X120 linepipe in the global pipeline industry.

Statistics:

  • X120 linepipe is 50% stronger than X80 linepipe, which is commonly used in gas transmission pipelines.
  • The patented field welding technology meets X120 strength requirements and is compatible with conventional pipeline construction practices.
  • The surface area of a typical high-pressure pipeline can be over 10,000 square meters.
  • The transportation of oil and gas via high-pressure pipelines requires careful consideration of material strength, safety, and maintenance costs.
  • According to ExxonMobil, the X120 linepipe technology has the potential to reduce maintenance costs and increase the lifespan of pipelines.

Sources:

  • M2 EQUITYBITES via COMTEX
  • ExxonMobil Corporation
  • Nippon Steel Corporation
  • Comtex SmarTrend Alert
  • Comtex News Network, Inc.