AquaShim®


The solution to splashzone stabilisation and integrity challenges.
Significant lateral forces from repeated wave action create unique challenges for caissons and conductors; movement within the guide frame over time leads to impact damage, potential fracture and eventual loss.
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Traditionally engineered mechanical shims and centralisers can be costly and may only provide a short-term solution before repair or replacement is necessary.

Developed with the Net Zero Technology Centre (formally known as the OGTC), AquaShim® is a polyurethane- based alternative which is quick and simple to install and requires zero lifetime maintenance.

Providing low cost, long term stabilisation for caissons and conductors, AquaShim® halts deterioration and localised stresses, reduces vibration and noise and ultimately extends asset lifecycle.

Key Benefits
  • Minimum 15 year lifespan
  • Zero maintenance
  • Decommissioning friendly
  • Low temperature installation
  • Requires no specialist transport, heated containers or storage
  • Absorbs environmental impact loads
  • Eliminates further fretting damage
  • Simple, rapid, low cost installation
  • Allows free vertical movement of tubular
  • Vastly reduces noise and vibration at well-head
  • 24 hour cure time
  • Zero material shrinkage ensure snug 360° fit

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specification
  • AquaShim® can either be poured on site or precast. Precast can be installed topside or subsea
  • Fully engineered, tested & proven for operation in harsh environments
  • Detailed assessments completed to client requirements
  • Facilitates even distribution of loads into structure
Safety features
  • Installed by AquaTerra qualified technicians
  • No specialist mixing equipment required
  • Non-hazardous chemicals used
Design Capability
  • Topside and subsea application
  • Subsea installation using AquaCLAM® or divers
  • Engineered to suit any guide geometry
  • More design flexibility over alternative shimming solutions

fIND OUT MORE

Schedule a call with our product sales team to discuss your requirements and we can begin investigation work to ensure AquaShim is the right product to extend your asset life.

Case Study
As is well known throughout the offshore energy industry, the conductor plays a vital role in providing an environmental covering to protect internal wells from wave and current force but also as structural support for the topside of a rig with its connection to the guide frame it sits within...