Maximizing Performance of FRP Piping and Equipment, 2023 PEERS Conference

FRP piping, tanks and scrubbers are essential equipment in the bleach plant and other areas of a pulp and paper mill. Chlorine dioxide, bleach, and white liquor are demanding and complex chemistries with highly corrosive characteristics. While Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP) is an excellent choice as a material of construction for these corrosive services, selecting the right material is only the first step to success and reliable service. A quality project execution plan is required for every project. The author will discuss the critical design considerations for FRP piping and process vessels. Examples of best practices will be provided. To ensure that expectations of performance and reliability are met during operation, a comprehensive maintenance assessment program (MAP) is equally important. Additionally, the paper will present the fundamentals of a quality MAP for FRP equipment, including inspection priorities, equipment aging and service severity. The goal of this paper is to develop a foundation for system and equipment reliability and to predict the end of life of equipment for planning and timely replacement.

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