Curran International continues to lead in industrial heat exchanger maintenance and repair with cutting-edge coating technologies and prestigious certifications that underscore our commitment to quality and compliance.

Sol-Gel Coatings: Innovative Fouling Mitigation Technology

At the recent NACE Corrosion 2017 Conference and Exhibition, a significant paper was presented highlighting the use of sol-gel-derived coatings to enhance heat exchanger performance.

Sol-Gel coatings, applied at ultra-thin film thicknesses, improve the surface repellency of steel substrates, reducing fouling in a wide range of industrial process environments. These coatings are particularly effective in process-critical shell-and-tube heat exchangers, where fouling can severely impact heat transfer efficiency and operational costs.

Key benefits of Sol-Gel coatings include:

  • Extremely thin application minimizing heat transfer impact
  • Durable fouling resistance enhancing operational uptime
  • Compatibility with diverse fouling-prone service conditions

For more technical details, view the paper presented at NACE titled “Thin Sol-Gel Coatings for Fouling Mitigation in Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers.”

Curran International Achieves Prestigious NBIC R Stamp Certification

Curran International is proud to announce that we have earned the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) R Stamp Certification — a mark of excellence that authorizes us to perform high-quality repairs and alterations on ASME code pressure vessels.

What Does R Stamp Certification Mean?

  • Certified ability to repair pressure vessels operating above 15 psig
  • Compliance with stringent NBIC certification processes requiring documented, approved repair procedures
  • Commitment to maintaining safety, reliability, and traceability through detailed repair records

Industries Served

Curran’s NBIC-certified repairs support a broad range of sectors, including:

  • Power generation
  • Refining and petrochemical
  • Incineration and cogeneration
  • All industries utilizing ASME pressure vessels

Why Choose Curran for Your Heat Exchanger & Pressure Vessel Needs?

  • Advanced coating technologies like Sol-Gel for fouling mitigation
  • Certified pressure vessel repairs ensuring safety and regulatory compliance
  • Experienced technicians and proven processes tailored to your operational challenges

Contact Curran International Today

To learn more about Sol-Gel coatings, pressure vessel repairs, or our R Stamp certification capabilities, contact Curran International:

Phone: 281-339-9993

Visit: www.curranintl.com