Stopaq Offshore Success: Re-Sealing the Angel Platform Roof in Australia

 

In 2012, Stopaq had the opportunity to take on a challenging offshore project quite literally “down under” — re-sealing the roof of the Angel offshore platform off the coast of Australia.

Offshore environments are never forgiving. Constant UV exposure, salt-laden air, temperature swings, and moisture intrusion combine to accelerate coating breakdown. In this case, the existing coating system had degraded much faster than anticipated due to the particularly harsh offshore conditions.

The client needed more than just a replacement coating. They needed a system that could truly withstand the environment long term.

For this project, several critical boxes had to be checked:

• Flexibility to accommodate movement and structural shifts

• High resistance to chlorides to prevent blistering commonly seen with traditional paint systems

• Tolerance to significant temperature fluctuations

• Extended UV resistance under constant sun exposure

Traditional coatings often struggle in one or more of these areas — especially when it comes to chloride resistance and long-term UV stability in offshore environments.

The Stopaq Solution: A Two-Component System

The approved system utilized:

• Stopaq Wrappingband EZ

• Stopaq Topcoat

Stopaq Wrappingband EZ

Wrappingband EZ delivered a simple, highly effective sealing solution with several key advantages:

• Minimal surface preparation required

• Wide application window for installers

• Immediate watertight sealing

• Maintains flexibility and structural integrity for foot traffic and movement

In offshore applications, ease of application is not just a convenience — it reduces labor exposure time and improves consistency. Wrappingband EZ created a durable, flexible barrier that addressed moisture intrusion at its source.

 To ensure long-term UV performance, Stopaq Topcoat was applied directly over the Wrappingband EZ.

This added UV-resistant protective layer ensured the system could withstand prolonged sun exposure without degradation — a critical factor for roof applications in offshore Australia.

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The Result: All Boxes Checked

Once again, a Stopaq system provided a tailored solution that met every requirement:

• Flexibility

• Chloride resistance

• Temperature durability

• UV protection

Offshore projects demand systems that perform under relentless environmental stress. In this case, Stopaq delivered a proven, practical solution designed for exactly those conditions.

When the environment is at its harshest, having the right system in place makes all the difference.

Powercrete J: The Premier Two-Part Epoxy for Field Joint Protection

When it comes to protecting pipeline weld joints, not all coatings are created equal. In demanding applications like directional drills and road bores, the stakes are even higher. Abrasion resistance, adhesion, and long-term corrosion protection aren’t optional — they’re essential.

That’s where Powercrete J stands apart.  It was built for Directional Drills and Road Bores

In HDD (horizontal directional drilling) and road bore installations, pipelines are subjected to:

• Extreme abrasion during pullback

• High soil stress and friction

• Challenging environmental conditions

Powercrete J has earned its reputation as a premier two-part epoxy field joint coating specifically because it performs under these exact conditions. Its abrasion resistance and bond strength make it a go-to solution when the weld joint cannot be the weak link.

When you’re pulling thousands of feet through a bore, the last thing you want is coating failure at the weld.

Here’s something many people don’t realize:  Powercrete J isn’t just for HDD and road bores.

It’s also an excellent solution for standard field joints. Even in conventional installations, weld areas deserve the same level of protection as the factory-applied coating. Using a high-performance epoxy ensures continuity of corrosion protection across the entire pipeline.

If your pipe has been factory coated with Powercrete-DD, the recommendation is simple:

Pair it with Powercrete J for the field joints.

Powercrete-DD is widely recognized as one of the best abrasion resistant overcoats (ARO) on the market. And if your pipeline deserves that level of factory protection, it only makes sense to extend that same standard to the weld joints.

Powercrete J is available as a standard in:

• 2-pound kits

• 4-pound kits

Custom kit sizes are also available upon request, giving contractors flexibility depending on pipe diameter and project scope.

Want to See It for Yourself?

If you’re in the United States and would like to get your hands on a sample, let’s talk. There’s no substitute for seeing how a product handles in real-world conditions.

When it comes to protecting weld joints — whether in a challenging directional drill or a standard pipeline installation — Powercrete J delivers performance you can trust.

Because your pipeline deserves more than “good enough.”

STOPAQ Offshore Success in the Arabian Gulf: Speed Without Sacrificing Performance

 

When it comes to offshore pipeline construction, time truly is money. Every hour on a barge carries significant cost, and any process that slows production can quickly turn into a major financial setback.

That was exactly the concern for a major project in the Arabian Gulf, where a client was searching for a better way to handle offshore field joint coatings on pipe sizes ranging from 4” to 18”. The project spanned from 2012 to 2014 — and the mission was clear:

Field joint coating could not be the bottleneck.

The Challenge: Fast, Reliable, Offshore-Ready

The client’s requirements were straightforward — but demanding:

• A system that was quick and easy to apply

• Proven, robust, and reliable performance offshore

• Ready to hit the rollers and face the sea in a very short timeframe

• Minimal HSE concerns

• No unnecessary equipment or complicated prep procedures

If you’ve spent any time offshore, you know how difficult it can be to balance speed with long-term corrosion protection. Many coating systems look good on paper but slow down production with cure times, blasting requirements, or complex heating procedures.

This client wasn’t willing to take that risk again.

The STOPAQ Solution

The winning system centered around STOPAQ, combining:

• Wrappingband CZHT

• Outerwrap

• High Impact Shield HT

• Rockshield

Together, these components delivered exactly what the project demanded.

One of the biggest advantages of the STOPAQ Wrappingband CZHT system is its surface prep requirements.

Instead of full abrasive blasting, surface preparation could be achieved with simple power tools. Offshore, this is a game changer. Less equipment, less logistical complexity, and less downtime.

Speed was critical.

With STOPAQ Wrappingband, there is no cure time required before applying the Outerwrap and High Impact Shield HT. Application can proceed immediately.

That dramatically reduced the cycle time per joint compared to other technologies under consideration — especially those requiring primer cure times or complex heating sequences.

On a barge, shaving minutes off each joint adds up quickly.

The system required:

• Less heating equipment

• No hazardous primers

That means fewer HSE risks, simplified compliance, and a safer working environment for crews — all while maintaining coating integrity.

In offshore environments, fewer variables often equal fewer problems.

The coating system was ready to see rollers and seawater within a very short time frame. There was no waiting around for cure development or strength build-up.

For offshore contractors, that kind of reliability isn’t a luxury — it’s essential.

Checking Every Box

The client essentially submitted a checklist. The STOPAQ system checked every one:

Quick and easy to apply

Proven offshore performance

Reduced cycle time

Minimal surface prep requirements

Lower equipment demands

Improved HSE profile

Ready for immediate handling

From 2012 through 2014, this project demonstrated that STOPAQ isn’t just a corrosion solution — it’s a production solution.