Composite Wrapping & Pipeline Coating Protection Services
Advanced pipeline protection and rehabilitation solutions designed to prevent coating damage, control corrosion, and extend pipeline service life during and after trenchless installations.
WHAT IS IT
Pipeline coatings are the first line of defense against corrosion, abrasion, and environmental exposure. During trenchless installations—particularly Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)—pipelines are subjected to significant mechanical stresses, including:
- Abrasion against bore walls
- High pull-back forces
- Contact with rock, sand, and mixed ground
- Stress at field-weld joints and transitions
Even factory-applied coatings such as Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) can suffer damage during installation. Minor coating defects can quickly escalate into corrosion hotspots, leading to premature pipeline failure, costly repairs, and operational downtime.
Composite wrapping and coating protection systems are therefore essential—not optional—for long-term pipeline integrity.
WHAT IS IT
Composite wrapping is a pipeline protection and rehabilitation method that uses high-strength fiber-reinforced composite materials bonded to the pipe surface using engineered resin systems.
When applied over existing coatings or exposed steel, composite wraps create a durable, abrasion-resistant, and corrosion-resistant barrier. These systems are commonly used to:
- Protect pipelines during HDD and micro-tunneling pull-back
- Repair damaged coatings and field-weld joints
- Reinforce pipelines affected by corrosion or mechanical damage
- Extend the operational life of aging pipeline assets
Composite wrapping systems can be applied to both new and existing pipelines, above ground or underground.
Our composite wrapping works follow a controlled and quality-driven process:
Surface Preparation
Thorough cleaning and surface conditioning of the pipe or affected area to remove contaminants, corrosion products, and residues, ensuring proper surface roughness and optimal bonding performance.
Inspection & Defect Assessment
Detailed inspection to identify coating failures, corrosion damage, wall loss, cracks, or high-stress zones, followed by evaluation of repair requirements and suitability for composite reinforcement.
Primer & Resin Application
Application of approved primer and compatible resin systems selected based on operating pressure, temperature, chemical exposure, and service conditions to ensure long-term performance.
Composite Wrap Installation
Precise installation of fiber-reinforced composite layers with controlled orientation, overlap, and thickness as per engineering design to restore structural integrity and load-bearing capacity.
Curing
& Finishing
Controlled curing of the composite system under specified environmental conditions, followed by surface finishing to meet protection, durability, and aesthetic requirements.
Quality Verification and Analysis
Final quality checks including visual inspection, thickness measurement, adhesion verification, and documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
Scorpion Arabia delivers composite wrapping and coating protection solutions for a wide range of applications, including:
- HDD pipeline pull-back protection
- Field-weld joint coating
- Abrasion-resistant overlays for refinery and industrial pipelines
- Corrosion repair on in-service pipelines
- Pipelines affected by corrosion under insulation (CUI)
Each application is designed based on mechanical loads, environmental exposure, and operational requirements.
Our composite systems are used for multiple protection and repair scenarios, including:
- Abrasion-resistant overlays
- Pipeline repair and reinforcement
- Field-weld joint coating
- Corrosion repair and prevention
- Corrosion under insulation (CUI) mitigation
Each solution is selected based on operating pressure, temperature, and environmental exposure.
Scorpion Arabia follows strict quality and safety controls during all composite wrapping works.
This includes surface preparation standards, controlled resin mixing, application monitoring, and post-application inspections. All works are executed under approved method statements and HSE plans to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
Our focus is on delivering long-term performance, not short-term fixes.
Our HDD services support a wide range of pipeline materials and sizes, including:
- Enhanced abrasion and impact resistance
- Long-term corrosion protection
- Casing pipesExtended pipeline service life
- Reduced risk of coating failure during HDD
- Cost-effective alternative to pipe replacement
- Minimal disruption to operations
Protect Your Pipeline Investment
Whether you are planning an HDD installation or rehabilitating an existing pipeline, composite wrapping and coating protection play a vital role in long-term performance.
Share your project details with our team, and we will recommend the most effective protection strategy.
What our
clients say
Clients choose Scorpion Arabia because we understand how ground behavior directly affects pipeline performance.
- Engineering-driven stabilization planning
- Engineering-driven liner selection
- Minimal disruption to operations
- Integration with broader pipeline systems
- Strong QA/QC and site execution