CASE STUDY
48"ns Pipeline End Plugs
Sirona Subsea were contracted to provide 2-off 48-inch Subsea Pipeline End Plugs to support our clients pipeline preservation campaign.
− 2-off 48”ns ROV Activated Pipeline Plugs
− 2-off Transportation Frames
− 1-off Gauging Tool
Pipe Size nom. 48”ns x 26.8mm WT (1153mm ID)
Pipe material: 485 SAWL FD
Design pressure: 2 Bar.G
Test pressure: Design x 1.5 FOS
Operating temperature: Ambient subsea
Design life: 5-years
Design standards: 97/23/EC PED; CE Marking to Category I
Material certification: NACE MR-01-75 - EN 10204:2004 Type 3.2/EU 3.1
The systems were built and tested within 2-weeks and client witnessed FAT on week-3. Our client said: "On behalf of the team, thanks to the Sirona Subsea team for your professional and supportive cooperation throughout the project. Your technical expertise, clear communication and well-prepared documentation have significantly contributed to the successful execution of the scope. It has been a great pleasure working with you, and we truly appreciate the collaboration."


Plugs.
Pipeline Plugs & Seals
With a multitude of fields reaching or surpassing the end of their original service life, recovery of decommissioned flexibles and pipelines is critical to environmental protection.
We can support by providing:
- Pipeline End Plugs
- J-Tube Seals [ROV/Diver activated]
- Subsea Environmental Plugs
- ROV Installed Flanges
OUR TRACK-RECORD
Not only have we delivered multiple equipment types to support decommisioning phases as Sirona Subsea, our team have been delivering this equipment type for over 20-years.
EXPERIENCE
Our teams' have been delivering Pipeline Plugs of various requirements since the 90's, with the most recent being of particular prestige, given the diameter and pipeline supplied for.
Track Record in Numbers
48
inches max
Ø Plug delivered
46
hours max
pressure hold duration
36
tonnes max
end-cap resisted

