Maintenance planners and engineering staff face mounting pressures to prolong the lifespan of capital equipment and minimize downtime while doing so. But their list of responsibilities spans multiple projects, and — try as they might to squeeze in extra tasks — each day still contains just 24 hours. These professionals need solutions that help simplify complex processes while still upholding rigorous quality standards.
When corrosion-resistant vessels and components require service or replacement, coordinating multiple vendors for transportation, repairs, coating, testing, and certification quickly consumes valuable time and resources. It generates mountains of paperwork and can pose a logistical nightmare to coordinate efforts. RMB Products offers a better way: comprehensive turnkey support that streamlines the entire process under one roof.
The one-stop shop advantage
The complexity of managing corrosion-resistant equipment becomes clear when examining a typical maintenance scenario. Consider a process vessel that needs relining during an upcoming maintenance shutdown. Without a turnkey solution, plant engineers must coordinate with separate vendors for logistics, repairs, testing, coating, and certification — each with its own schedules, requirements, and quality standards.
RMB transforms this complex process into a streamlined experience by managing every aspect of the project. The company’s comprehensive approach includes:
- Transportation coordination and pickup from the customer site
- Thorough inspection and metal repairs
- ASME Section 8 code compliance and R-stamp recertification
- Nondestructive evaluation (NDE) including radiography, dye penetration testing, and hydrotesting
- Rotational lining application
- External painting to customer specifications
- Quality control documentation and testing
- Return shipping coordination
Quality-focused custom solutions
While some suppliers focus on high-volume commodity products, RMB has built its reputation on delivering custom solutions that meet exact specifications. The company’s ISO 9001 certification and aerospace-grade quality control processes ensure consistent excellence across every project. This specialized approach enables us to provide:
- Detailed engineering reviews and calculations
- Custom design modifications when needed
- Flexible manufacturing processes adapted to each project
- Comprehensive documentation and testing protocols
- Professional project management throughout
The result is a level of customization and quality control that standard suppliers cannot match. RMB’s project management team guides each job from initial review through final delivery, ensuring clear communication and attention to detail at every step.
Comprehensive testing and certification
Quality assurance in corrosion-resistant equipment requires rigorous testing and certification processes. RMB manages all necessary NDE requirements, coordinating with authorized inspectors and certified testing providers to ensure full compliance with industry standards. This includes:
- Radiographic testing performed by qualified third-party providers
- In-house dye penetration testing capabilities
- Hydrostatic testing using actual service gaskets and hardware
- Authorized inspector (AI) witnessing of critical tests
- Complete documentation of all testing results
For ASME Section 8 code-stamped vessels, RMB coordinates all aspects of recertification, including ‘R’ stamp requirements. RMB’s established relationships with authorized inspectors and testing providers ensure efficient scheduling and reliable results. By managing these critical requirements in-house, RMB eliminates the need for customers to coordinate multiple inspection and testing vendors, while ensuring all documentation is complete and properly maintained.
Streamlined process, reduced timeline
Time savings represent one of the most significant advantages of RMB’s turnkey approach. By eliminating the need for multiple purchase orders, repeated shipping between service providers, and complex vendor coordination, projects move forward more efficiently. This streamlined process removes common bottlenecks such as schedule conflicts between suppliers and quality control variations between vendors.
RMB’s integrated approach particularly benefits customers working under tight shutdown schedules or managing critical spare equipment programs. When every day of downtime impacts production, having a single partner responsible for the entire process provides invaluable peace of mind.
Building long-term value
The value of RMB’s turnkey support extends well beyond immediate project completion. While some coating solutions, such as fusion-bonded epoxy, require replacement every five years, RMB’s rotational lining solutions deliver 10-20 years of reliable service. This substantial difference in service life dramatically impacts total ownership costs and facility downtime frequency. For example, in oil and gas applications, the combination of RMB's rotational lining with proper external coatings provides superior long-term protection compared to traditional fusion-bonded epoxy solutions.
RMB’s integrated approach ensures both internal and external protection are optimized for maximum service life. By managing both aspects under one roof, RMB maintains strict quality control while eliminating the risk of competing coating technologies that might compromise long-term performance. This comprehensive coating strategy, backed by RMB’s extensive experience with corrosion-resistant applications, delivers exceptional value over the equipment's entire lifecycle.
This commitment to lasting value includes:
- Materials and methods selected for maximum service life
- Comprehensive testing to ensure lasting performance
- Detailed documentation for future maintenance planning
- Single point of accountability for the entire solution
ASME code compliance and quality assurance
For pressure vessels and process equipment, ASME Section 8 code compliance is essential for safety and regulatory requirements. RMB’s thorough understanding of these requirements ensures proper execution of all necessary steps, from initial inspection through final certification. The code-stamped vessel process requires:
- Detailed documentation of all repairs and modifications
- Proper ‘R’ stamp certification for repairs to existing vessels
- Qualified welding procedures and certified welders
- Specific NDE requirements based on service conditions (i.e., radiology, hydrotesting to validate the vessel seal integrity and strength)
- AI verification at critical hold points
- Comprehensive pressure testing protocols
The quality assurance program at RMB integrates these requirements into every project, ensuring complete compliance while maintaining efficient project execution. This systematic approach to quality control, supported by RMB’s ISO 9001 certification, provides customers with confidence that their equipment meets all applicable standards and specifications.
Growing to meet customer needs
RMB’s recent integration with Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) has accelerated its ability to serve customers through strategic investments in:
- Increased manufacturing capacity
- Additional engineering resources
- Enhanced fabrication capabilities
- Expanded facility space
- Growing skilled workforce
IPS specializes in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered elastomeric components and tools primarily for the aerospace, defense, and specialty industrial markets, producing products like seals, gaskets, EMI/RFI shielding, and tooling, with a focus on high-performance applications and tight tolerances.
Supporting critical industries
Each industrial sector faces unique challenges in maintaining corrosion-resistant equipment while meeting stringent regulatory requirements and production demands. Chemical processing facilities must carefully manage aggressive media while maintaining strict safety protocols. Oil and gas operations require solutions that can withstand extreme conditions while meeting specific industry standards. Green hydrogen developers, often working with government funding, need suppliers who can meet "Made in America" requirements. Manufacturing and industrial processing facilities require quick turnaround times to minimize production impacts.
These diverse sectors share common ground in their need for reliable, compliant solutions delivered efficiently. RMB’s turnkey approach serves:
- Chemical processing
- Oil and gas
- Green hydrogen development
- Manufacturing
- Industrial processing
RMB has decades of experience working with these sectors, diving into the unique requirements of each industry segment. This depth of experience, combined with comprehensive in-house capabilities, enables us to deliver solutions that align with industry-specific standards while simplifying the procurement and maintenance process.
For your next corrosion-resistant equipment project, consider the advantages of true turnkey support. Contact RMB to learn how our comprehensive turnkey capabilities can streamline your project delivery and avoid unplanned downtime while ensuring superior quality and long-term performance.
