Publisher: API
Publish Date: 2001 (
Reaffirmed 2015)
Pages: 48
Language: English
Format: PDF
Size: 339 Kb
Document ScopeThis recommended practice provides external fusion
bonded epoxy coating of line pipe for use in transportation
pipelines. The Recommended Practice is limited to the application
of external coatings on pipe prior to installation. There
may exist differences in the surface condition of pipes produced
by the various pipe making processes permitted under
the latest editions of API standards. Surface conditions may
preclude the coating of such pipe.
The applicator shall be responsible for assuring compliance
with all of the provisions of this practice however, the
Purchaser may make any investigation necessary to satisfy
himself of compliance by the applicator.