In the oil and gas industry, parts must withstand harsh environments, including extreme temperatures, high pressures, corrosive substances, and constant mechanical stress. To ensure your oil and gas components perform safely, reliably, and for a long period of time, your parts should be surface treated by the experts at Roberson Machine Company.
Surface treatments are essential for enhancing the durability, performance, longevity, and safety of your oil and gas parts. Call the surface treatment pros at Roberson Machine Company as soon as possible at 573-646-3996 or contact us online to request a free quote on your next production run.
Understanding the Importance of Surface Treatments for Oil & Gas Parts
Surface treatments involve applying a coating or altering the molecular constitution of a material surface to improve its properties and so that it can interact with an adhesive, ink, coating, paint, or other surface to create a strong bond. These treatments done in our machine shop enhance resistance to corrosion, wear, and fatigue, as well as oxidation resistance. They also boost your oil and gas component’s ability to endure high temperatures and pressures.
The priority is protecting the underlying material and ensuring your part can perform effectively in challenging conditions, particularly in an industry where even the slightest irregularity can cause major problems.
What Are the Common Surface Treatments Used for Oil & Gas Parts at Roberson Machine Company?
As part of our value-added services, we provide specific surface treatments for your oil and gas components. These include:
- Coating: Whether epoxy, hybrid, polyester, or polyurethane, powder coatings are applied to material surfaces to improve resistance to corrosion, reduce friction, and improve wear resistance.
- Passivation: Commonly utilized on stainless steel oil and gas parts, passivation removes loose iron from the surface and boosts the material’s natural corrosion resistance.
- Heat Treatment: By heating and cooling materials under controlled conditions, heat treatment enhances mechanical properties like strength, hardness, and toughness.
- Bead Blasting: Involves projecting spherical or bead-shaped objects at a workpiece in order to remove defects, create a surface finish, or prepare for powder coating or painting. Bead blasting can increase the effectiveness of other adhesives and coatings by creating a uniform surface and is one of the more affordable, less aggressive finish options available.
- Anodizing: Typically used on aluminum parts for the oil and gas industry, anodizing increases resistance to corrosion and surface hardness while providing an insulating layer.
Choosing the right surface treatment for your oil and gas parts brings about several important factors to consider. Some material types react differently to certain chemicals. Give our surface treatment team a call today at 573-646-3996 or reach out online for a free quote on any of our value-added services.
Why Surface Treatments by Roberson Machine Company Matter in the Oil & Gas Industry
At Roberson Machine Company, we deliver precision-manufactured components with the necessary surface treatments to meet the demanding standards of the oil and gas industry. Some of the advantages of our surface treatments include:
Protection Against Harsh Environments
Parts used in oil and gas operations are frequently exposed to corrosive substances like seawater, chemicals, and gasses. Without proper protection, these components quickly wear, leading to failures, errors, and costly downtime. Our surface treatments like anodizing, passivation, and coating offer a protective barrier that extends the life of your parts.
Improved Performance at High Temperatures
The oil and gas industry often operates in places with extreme conditions, like deep-sea drilling or processing arid regions. The Roberson Machine Company surface treatments like passivating and heat treatment can boost a material’s ability to endure high temperatures, halting thermal degradation and maintaining structural integrity.
Enhanced Durability & Wear Resistance
Oil and gas parts like valves, pumps, and flanges are subject to constant mechanical stress. This leads to wear and tear over time, compromising performance. Our surface treatments like heat treatment or anodizing – depending on your material of choice – can significantly improve wear resistance, making sure your components withstand the demands of their environment and maintain a high level of performance.
Reducing the Need for Replacements
Regular maintenance and part replacement can hamstring your operations – both in terms of downtime and material costs. Roberson Machine Company’s surface-treated oil and gas parts are more resistant to environmental factors and wear, diminishing the frequency of replacements and costly maintenance needs. This not only lowers your operational costs but also boosts the efficiency of oil and gas operations.
Connect With the Oil & Gas Parts Experts at Roberson Machine Co. Today to Learn the Importance of Surface Treatments
In the oil and gas industry, where safety, durability, and reliability are absolutely critical, the Roberson Machine Company surface treatments are essential for making sure that your parts can withstand extreme conditions. Understanding and applying the best surface treatments is key to the long-term success of your oil and gas parts and overall operation.
Call us right now at 573-646-3996 or reach out online to request a free quote.
