Sandvik, a world-leading developer and manufacturer of products in advanced stainless steels and special alloys for demanding environments, is inaugurating a new, fully automated, ultrasonic testing facility for pipes to the oil and gas industry. Sandvik took the decision to invest in the new facility as the energy sector, including oil and gas, is a key focus in the companyÂ’s strategic direction.
The investment “builds on the strategic alliance between Sandvik and Tenaris on the exclusive joint supply of corrosion resistant alloy OCTG (Oil Country Tubular Goods) materials and technology to the oil and gas industry.” said Per Olsson Artberger, Sandvik Global Product Manager for OCTG. Work commenced on the project in August 2015, with commissioning and site acceptance testing taking place prior to the test facility’s inauguration.