Aerogel Insulation for Floating Production Vessels

FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) and FSO (Floating Storage and Offloading) systems has continued to be a popular method for many offshore oil and gas producing regions around the world. These floating production vessels have the ability to economically reach oil and natural gas fields located in deeper waters and more distant locations.

Offshore floating assets serve a multitude of purposes for the global economy, represented in FPSO, FLNG, & FSRU markets. These floating production assets are required to withstand the harshest conditions possible. More often than not, these vessels are insulated to meet particular thermal properties which historically cannot withstand the rigors of offshore service.

Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) is a hidden enemy to all offshore applications. The ability to utilize an insulation that withstands saltwater, is impervious to most mechanical abuse and give simplification to operators at sea; has proven to improve vessel safety and significantly reduce down time due to CUI related events. When traditional insulation soaks up water, it creates an environment that promotes CUI, resulting in severe asset degradation and potential loss of product and time. When insulation becomes wet, its ability to insulate drops considerably, rendering it nearly useless which oftentimes compromises the production vessel’s ability to produce effectively.

Our aerogel blankets were engineered for industrial operators to provides superior insulation properties, easier maintenance/TAR projects, and the comfort of not having to worry about underperforming insulation affecting profitability.