Flexible pipes
TechnipFMC is the world leader in the design and manufacture of flexible pipe. A flexible pipe is made up of several different layers. The main components are leakproof thermoplastic barriers and corrosion-resistant steel wires. The helically wound steel wires give the structure its high-pressure resistance and excellent bending characteristics, providing flexibility and superior dynamic performance.
The combination of plastic and steel layers can be easily adapted to the diverse requirements of subsea developments. This modular construction where the layers are independent but designed to interact with one another, means that each layer can be made fit-for-purpose and independently adjusted to best meet a specific field development requirement. In addition, flexible pipe can be easily retrieved to be reused on another field development or for decommissioning.
Offering superior dynamic performance
Excellent bending characteristics
TechnipFMC is leading the industry in the development of flexible pipe. Flexible pipe features high-pressure resistance and excellent bending characteristics, providing flexibility and superior dynamic performance. The combination of plastic and steel layers can be easily adapted to the diverse requirements of subsea developments.
Strong, adaptable and tailored for performance
Strong
- Leak-proof
- Corrosion resistant
- High-pressure resistant
Adaptable
- Bendable
- Flexible
- Adjustable
- Retrievable
Tailored for performance
- Fit for purpose
- Interactive layers
- Dynamic execution
- Integrated Production Bundle
- Freestanding Hybrid Riser
- Riser integrity management
- Research and development
Integrated Production Bundle
TechnipFMC has developed the Integrated Production Bundle (IPB), an innovative and proprietary technology. The IPB allows for high-level flow assurance of hydrocarbon fluids in difficult conditions from well heads to surface treatment units. The IPB is a flexible production riser that features thermal insulation layers, additional hoses for gas lift or other services, active heating through electric cables, and fluid temperature monitoring with optical fibers.