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Key Developments
In some instances,
the implementation of new "Gas Systems"
undertaken by the SBM Gas Business Unit
requires specific components of new
technologies. The SBM R&D division is
actively involved in the following developments,
working hand-in-hand with the Gas Business
Unit.
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Cryogenic
Swivels
SBM R&D
involvement in the development
of cryogenic swivels started in
1988 when the EMH cryogenic in-line
swivel prototype, lab facilities
and related patents were transferred
to SBM as part of the acquisition
process of that company.
Today, the
original in-line swivel design
has been optimized and further
tested in SBM R&D laboratory with LN2 and in an outside laboratory with LNG.
A LNG toroidal cryogenic swivel is also
under development and will be ready by the end of 2005. |
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Cryogenic
Pipeline
SBM R&D
is currently taking an active
part in the final qualification
of a cryogenic subsea pipeline,
working in close cooperation with
the company that is today the
most advanced in these developments.
This qualification program will
be completed by middle 2004 and
will be endorsed by the three
oil majors most involved in new
LNG projects. |
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Flexible
Cryogenic Hoses
SBM R&D
is actively following the development
of cryogenic flexible hoses in
order to ensure that the final
products will eventually be suitable
for their integration in the systems
developed by the Gas Business
Unit. |
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