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Industrial assets and piping

Viscoelastic Systems

Specialists in viscoelastic systems in Mexico.

Sale, application, supervision, training and engineering. Commercial, technical and administrative partner for the application of Stopaq Viscoelastic Systems across Mexico. We have solutions for every scenario.

Coating

Stopaq self-healing anti-corrosion viscoelastic tape.

Tape with a fully amorphous, non-crystallizing polyisobutylene matrix that is not molecularly cross-linked and self-healing. It is a universal non-Newtonian polymer (PIB).

Adhesion test of viscoelastic tape on a pipe

SEAL FOR LIFE international backing

An international portfolio of anti-corrosion and mechanical protection solutions, with a presence and technical support in Mexico.

Manufacturing

Systems manufactured in Europe, the United States and Mexico, with worldwide quality recognition.

Performance

Unique, innovative technology. Highly regarded quality in both the global and Mexican markets.

National and international coverage

We provide specialized service in Mexico and international markets, bringing our experience, technology and technical support wherever each project requires it.

Performance

High-performance specifications

  1. 1The surface does not require an anchor profile.
  2. 2The system is fully flexible (it does not crack).
  3. 3The system is non-toxic (NSF).
  4. 4The system does not require constant supervision.
  5. 5The system is easy and simple to apply.
  6. 6The system is self-healing (+/- 5 mm).
  7. 7The system withstands temperatures from -45 °C to 90 °C (depending on the version).
Pipeline with viscoelastic tape in a trench

Buried pipeline

System properties

PropertyPerformanceTypical value
Thickness1.5 mm nominal / 1500 microns (60 mils) nominal–
Impermeability< 0.2 g/m²/day–
Density1.5 ± 0.1 g/cm³–
Impact resistance (J)≥15≥12
Shear resistance (23 °C)0.004 N/mm0.004 N/mm
Adhesion95%95%
Moisture absorption< 0.03%–
Elongation (%)≥100%90%
Adhesion strength (N) (max.)≥138.82–
Service temperature-45 °C / +70 °C–
Application temperature+5 °C / +30 °C–
Glass transition temperature (Tg)-60 °C-50 °C
Cathodic disbondment0 mm / No disbondment0 mm
Dielectric (holiday) test5 kV × mm + 5 kV / 15,000 V15,000 V
Self-healing test (with mechanical protection)6 mm max.4 mm max.
Pipe wrapped in viscoelastic tape inside a trench
Pipe sections protected with viscoelastic tape, ready to be buried

Scope

Anti-corrosion and mechanical systems for every pipeline condition.

  • Buried pipeline
  • Above-ground pipeline
  • Tidal and wave zone →
  • Soil-to-air interface
  • Elimination of galvanic coupling
  • Flanges, valves and special components
  • Cased crossings
  • Weldable joints from 4” to 130”
  • Pipeline with active condensation
  • Submerged or semi-submerged pipeline
Work on industrial steel

Specialized engineering

A crossing, a joint, or a tank?

We review the substrate, the environment and the system. Application and supervision in the field.

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