Urethane & Rubber Magazine
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What’s the Difference Between ThermoTRON® and SplashTRON®?
You’ve heard of our revolutionary splash zone-protective coating “SplashTRON®.” But are you familiar with its thermal-insulation counterpart called “ThermoTRON®”? Continue reading as we break down the differences between these two products, their uses, benefits, and more. SplashTRON® SplashTRON® is a flexible yet tough, high-density elastomer coating used for splash zone protection. What makes this coating…
Frequently Asked Questions About ThermoTRON®
When most people hear the term “ThermoTRON®,” they typically assume it has something to do with heat or insulation--maybe even a robot off of Transformers. With a name like this, we usually receive a lot of questions about what exactly ThermoTRON® is and what it can be used for. We’ve decided to answer all of…
5 Reasons why ThermoTRON® is Perfect for Offshore Projects
As the oil and gas industry evolves and we move deeper into the increasingly warm gulf, the need for advanced technology arises. You want only the best, most reliable equipment for your project, and we’re here to introduce the latest in game-changing protective pipeline coating. Continue reading as we dive into 5 reasons why ThermoTRON®…
3 Ways to use ThermoTRON® for Pipeline Coating
ThermoTRON® is a revolutionary new product that is changing the oil and gas industry as we know it. It’s a groundbreaking flexible coating used to protect pipelines in more ways than one. Continue reading as we dive into three ways that ThermoTRON® can be used for pipeline coating. 1. Thermal insulation ThermoTRON® is a subsea…
What Can ThermoTRON® be Used For?
Mark Tool’s new ThermoTRON® is a game-changing, high-temperature wet insulation that’s perfect for protecting the splash zone of hull piping and risers, as well as insulating subsea flow-lines. With its many uses and applications, ThermoTRON® will have a major impact on the oil and gas industry, allowing for drilling to take place in deeper waters…
What is ThermoTRON®?
In the oil and gas field, we’re no strangers to a constantly evolving industry. Currently, we are able to drill farther out in the Gulf of Mexico, in waters that are hotter and deeper than ever before. However, with this increased heat and depth comes the need for advanced thermal insulation technology. Because the oil…
5 Ways Polyurethane can be Used for Oil and Gas
At Mark Tool & Rubber, we have over 40 years worth of experience in manufacturing polyurethane parts. Our custom-made parts are utilized worldwide across several industries, from food processing to oil and gas. Today, we will discuss five different ways that polyurethane can be used in the oil and gas industry. 1. To protect against…
How to Protect the Splash Zone
In the offshore industry, preventing “splash zone” corrosion is a very important part of offshore safety. The reason this zone can be problematic to this industry is because as the tide rises and falls, it continuously wets and dries the exposed metal surfaces (i.e., platform risers and legs) of the platform. Exposure to oxygen as…
How to Know When to Use Urethane
A common misconception in the oil and gas industry is that rubber parts are cheaper than polyurethane parts. Urethane can actually be cheaper, particularly in situations where you need larger parts/quantities or several identical parts. The expensive part of casting urethane parts is typically creating the mold. However, once the parts have been molded, there…
Compression, Extrusion, and Injection Molding Explained
In the industrial field, rubber is used to create coatings for tools as well as for other parts. Rubber has endless benefits, such as its durability and strength. It can form a composite component by bonding to nearly any material and can be morphed into complicated structures. Here at Mark Tool, we create custom molded…
The Importance of Corrosion Prevention
When an offshore structure fails, there are typically several reasons why. Corrosion is usually the main offender causing these platforms to fail--costing an estimated $1.372 billion per year. The deeper an offshore exploration goes, the greater the risk of corrosion. Because of this, it is essential that your equipment is protected. Otherwise, you may…
Using Rubber to Make Pipelines Safer
External corrosion to natural gas pipelines can be extremely dangerous. If not discovered in a timely manner, it can rupture and cause a fire. Thankfully, this can be prevented with the use of high quality products, like SplashTRON®, and proper pipeline maintenance. SplashTRON® is a rubber-based coating that can case and line structures and equipment…
3 Ways to Use SplashTRON® for Pipeline Coating
SplashTRON® is an extremely versatile product that can be used for various applications on offshore platforms as well as pipeline coatings. It can be used for J-tubes, spools, Vortex Induced Vibration (VIV) Strakes, bends, pipe field joint coating, biofouling, or as a splash zone coating for risers. Below are three ways SplashTRON® can be used…
Common Uses for Custom Molded Rubber
Custom molded rubber products are one of the most diverse products on the market. They can be used in a multitude of industries, from trucking and railroads, to jetliners, farm equipment, oil and gas, and countless others. These products are used in our everyday lives, and can be found in canning factories, garden hoses, hospitals,…
What does the Future of the Oil and Gas Industry look like in 2019?
The oil and gas industry faced many ups and downs in 2018. Brent crude oil prices started out at approximately $66 per barrel, spiked to $86, then finished the year at roughly $54 per barrel. WTI crude oil exhibited a similar pattern, starting 2018 at around $60 per barrel, increasing, then finishing at a yearly…
