BLACK CAT JSC BEGINS INSTALLATION OF THE FIRST INSULATION SECTIONS AT THE LONG SON ENHANCEMENT PROJECT (LSPE)

Black Cat JSC Begins Installation of the First Insulation Sections at the Long Son Enhancement Project (LSPE)

Following its appointment as the main insulation contractor for the project, Black Cat JSC has initiated the first construction activities within the scope of the Long Son Enhancement Project (LSPE).

At site, the installation team has carried out the installation of the initial insulation sections for the piping system, marking the commencement of the thermal insulation scope. Prior to this, surface preparation and cleaning of the piping lines were performed to ensure compliance with technical requirements before the installation of insulation materials.

The execution of these initial activities represents a critical step in ensuring that the insulation works are implemented in accordance with the overall project construction schedule.

Initial Activities Commenced at the LSPE Project

At the initial stage of execution, the engineering team is conducting a review of design documentation, mobilizing insulation materials, and allocating manpower to the designated work areas. In parallel, the piping systems within the work scope are being inspected and surface-cleaned to ensure proper substrate conditions prior to subsequent activities.   These preparatory works are carried out to ensure that all technical requirements are met before proceeding with the installation of thermal insulation materials for the system in the upcoming phase.

Surface Cleaning of the Liquid Ethane Pipeline

During the initial phase of the project, the installation team carried out surface cleaning of the pipeline routing from the port to the liquid ethane storage tanks.

This activity is intended to remove dust, grease, and other contaminants that may adversely affect the installation of thermal insulation materials. A properly cleaned pipe surface provides suitable conditions for the insulation system to be installed in full compliance with technical requirements

For process pipelines transporting feedstock in petrochemical plants, surface preparation prior to insulation installation is a critical step to ensure the long-term performance and effectiveness of the thermal insulation system during operation.

Black Cat JSC Executes the First Meters of Insulation Installation

Following the completion of preparatory works, the installation team proceeded with the installation of the first insulation sections on the piping systems within the project scope.

The insulation materials were pre-formed to match the dimensions of each pipeline and installed in accordance with the approved technical design. An external metal cladding layer was subsequently installed to protect the insulation system from environmental exposure and mechanical impacts.

The execution of these initial insulation sections marks the commencement of the thermal insulation scope under the Long Son Enhancement Project (LSPE).

Continuation of Insulation Works under the LSPE Project

In the upcoming phase, thermal insulation works will continue to be executed across multiple areas of the plant.

Insulation activities for process equipment and piping systems will be carried out in line with the overall project schedule, in alignment with the revamp and upgrade plan of the Long Son petrochemical complex.

The completion of the initial work scope will provide a foundation for the continued execution of insulation works, ensuring compliance with the project timeline and construction schedule.