Rethink Flexible Pipe. Think DeepFlex. Lighter. Stronger. Corrosion-free.

After fi ve years of development, DeepFlex launched

the fi rst commercial application of an unbonded

composite fl exible pipe solution in 2006. Based on a series

of noteworthy design patents and proven materials tech-

nology, DeepFlex’s Flexible Fiber Reinforced Pipe or FFRP®

delivers industry-best performance in a complete range

of challenging subsea applications and water depths. The

result: Contractors, operators and oil companies worldwide

are beginning to rethink fl exible pipe. Here’s why.

Tensile Reinforcement

Hoop Reinforcement

Jacket Extrusion

Membrane Extrusion

Liner Extrusion

Pressure Reinforcement

Aramid Layer

Anti-Wear Layers

Binding Tape

DeepFlex Flexible Fiber Reinforced Pipe (FFRP®)

Patented, Engineered Solutions for Subsea Applications

Lighter and stronger than steel • Weighs up to 60% less than traditional steel flexibles• Enables use of a larger spectrum of vessels, resulting

in dramatically lower installation costs • Delivers higher tensile strength than steel for greater

resistance to internal pressures and lowers top tension for any given water depth

Superior fl ow assurance at all temperatures• Smooth bore for superior flow rates • Insulates fluids from outside temperature extremes

naturally, reducing the potential for hydrate and wax formation inside the pipe

No corrosion, minimizes erosion• Not affected by saltwater and chemicals such as

H2S and CO2 • Eradicates eddy-induced scouring and other

carcass-erosion issues evident in metallic flexibles

Higher fatigue resistance • Use of composite materials eliminates fatigue

problems associated with steel • Proven ideal for highly dynamic shallow-water

environments • Outlasts steel in extreme applications

Repairable off shore• Enables offshore repair with no welding• Saves substantial expense and lost production

Why composites? Ask APIAccording to API 17B, the main potential for use of composite-based flexible pipes is in deep-water applications, where the mass reduction can be signifi-cant compared to steel-based pipes. In addition, there is potential for use of composites in high-pressure, sour-service applications. Composites offer a wide range of beneficial properties when compared to steel including:• High strength-to-mass ratio• Good fatigue resistance •  Good impact resistance and toughness• Immunity to corrosion and degradation by most

oilfield chemicals and saltwater• High stiffness

Testing and qualifi cationDeepFlex FFRP has undergone collapse and crush testing at conditions that far exceed current industry operating parameters. FFRP meets or exceeds all API standards for metallic flexible pipe, eliminating corrosion and fatigue problems. DeepFlex is qualified through inspection, approval or certification by:• American Bureau of Shipping• API• American Society for Testing and Materials• Det Norske Veritas• Various client specified and directed testing and

qualification programs

Gulf of Mexico • Chevron Petronius Jumpers - For water injection on Petronius• Chevron Genesis Jumpers - For high-pressure gas injection on Genesis• MARECSA Bourbon Opale Well Test Line - 3-inch,

5,000 psi line - Three to four successful well tests weekly since

January 2007 • Crossmar Aries Swan Well Test Lines - 4-inch,

5,000 psi lines - Three to four planned well tests per week

West Africa • Afren Flowlines and Risers - Three kilometers of 4-, 6- and 8-inch flowlines

and risers - First oil in July 2008 for first full-field

development using FFRP - DeepFlex pipe connects wellhead platform to

FPSO - DeepFlex engineering developed the double lazy

wave riser configuration that provided a unique solution for the customer

Southeast Asia • EMAS Gas Export Riser (see cover photo) - 8-inch riser for FPSO Lewek Arunothai - Lazy wave riser configuration

North Sea • CNR Jumper - 4-inch, 5,000 psi flexible jumper in the North Sea

South Africa • PetroSA Oil Export Riser - 4-inch diameter pipe, 490 meters (1,607 feet) - Replaced traditional steel flexible pipe after

abrasion of the jacket allowed seawater to corrode the metal

Rethink Flexible Pipe. Think DeepFlex.DeepFlex engineers every FFRP solution to meet specific project applications. Nothing is left to chance. Current sizes range from 2- to 10-inch diameters in continuous lengths up to 3 kilometers (1.86 miles) and pressure ratings to 15,000 psi. For more details on DeepFlex solutions, visit www.deepflex.com or contact sales@deepflex.com.

DeepFlex Global Field Successes

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