Structural integrity management is an increasingly important element of the offshore engineer's role as the number of ageing offshore platforms is increasing globally, with a substantial number facing operation beyond their intended design life. As a major part of most asset management programmes, it is increasingly necessary for operators to perform an assessment of their structures on a regular basis and, should any significant structural change be determined, to implement appropriate solutions for reinstatement and enhancement of its integrity.
Miles Offshore, in association with ULO Systems LLC provides a packaged range of services that can contribute to structural integrity management with an integrated approach of specialised knowledge and best practice methods to ensure effective maintenance and life extension of offshore assets.
Our services include:
- Appraisal
- Conceptual design
- Detailed design
- Testing
- Installation services
- Offshore grouting
Strengthening and Repair Services
A broad range of services in repair and strengthening is available to meet differing client requirements that encompass:
Specialist
Consultancy
We
can provide specialist expertise in repair technology, working either
for the operator or the main design contractor. Under this
arrangement we can provide personnel with extensive experience in
this area to review designs and suggest improvements where
appropriate.
Design
Services
We
can undertake the design of the repair scheme, using member forces
provided by third parties. Where we have performed the design, our
engineers can provide supervision of both the fabrication and
offshore installation.
Project
Management
We
are able to project manage repair schemes to undertake complete
responsibility for the work. This approach brings the following
advantages:
- More effective project management and control
- Optimised programme time
- Single contractor/client contact which minimises contract administration
- Improved QA and QC
- Improved documentation and Certifying Authority coordination
- Interface between client and the engineer
- Responsibility for ensuring a satisfactory solution is delegated to a single, highly experienced contractor
Installation
and Grouting Services
In
addition to providing experienced engineers for supervision of the
installation, Miles Offshore also provides a full grouting service,
comprising personnel, materials and equipment, should it be required
in the repair.
