UK-based James Alloys, which provides high value metal products for distribution worldwide, said it can now supply stainless steel, nickel alloy and titanium banding and clips to businesses in the Middle East in less than two months.

Among the range of metal products essential to subsea pipe laying and construction is  Nickel chromium alloy 625, of particular interest to the subsea industry.

Containing Molybdenum, it can be used in high load marine, subsea and chemical environments. It comes with toughened anti-corrosion properties which are particularly resistant to crevice corrosion and has a 100 year service life.

An outstanding strength to weight ratio is provided by the titanium alloy which has exceptional resistance to corrosion from salt water, acid, alkalis and harsh industrial chemicals.

Before reaching an agreement with a major European mill, the Manchester based company followed an industry standard delivery time of six months on banding, clips, installation and tooling supplies.

Managing director Mark Catlow said: “There is an increasing demand from the oil & gas industry for high specification banding systems provided in as short a timescale as possible.”

“Over the past 12 months we have seen a dramatic surge in orders from the Middle East and we are now experiencing a similar increase from operators in the North Sea. This can lead to increased waiting times on orders and ultimately delays to projects.

“The ability to supply the same high quality products in a shorter time frame will give companies a competitive edge in terms of fulfilling customer requirements more quickly,” he added. – TradeArabia News Service