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Naval vessels and defence platforms rely on critical piping and hydraulic systems that must perform reliably in demanding marine environments. Chase Resource provides engineered non-welded piping solutions for naval and defence applications, supporting hydraulic and high-pressure systems where vibration, pressure, restricted access and maintenance requirements place significant demands on piping infrastructure.

The Piping Demands of the Naval & Defence Industry

Naval vessels and defence platforms operate in environments where reliability, compact installation and maintainability are critical. Piping systems must accommodate vibration, pressure, restricted access and demanding maintenance requirements while supporting the operational readiness of the vessel or platform.

Vibration & Mechanical Stress

Naval vessels are exposed to continuous vibration and mechanical movement from propulsion systems, machinery and onboard equipment. Piping connections and supports need to accommodate these conditions while maintaining system integrity.

High Pressure & Critical Systems

Naval vessels use hydraulic and high-pressure piping systems for a range of equipment and machinery. Piping connections need to be appropriately selected for the pressure, temperature and operating conditions of each application.

Restricted Space & Accessibility

Ship interiors contain complex layouts with limited space around machinery, bulkheads and equipment. Piping systems often need to be installed, modified or repaired in areas where access for conventional fabrication can be challenging.

Marine Environment

Naval vessels operate in environments where piping systems can be exposed to moisture, salt-laden air and demanding marine conditions. Components and connection systems need to be appropriately selected for their intended operating environment.

Maintenance & Operational Readiness

Maintenance activities on naval vessels need to be carried out efficiently to support vessel availability and operational readiness. Piping repairs and modifications may therefore require solutions that simplify installation and reduce fabrication activities where appropriate.

Modification & System Integration

Naval vessels and defence platforms can undergo equipment upgrades, system replacements and modifications throughout their service life. Piping systems need to accommodate extensions, rerouting and replacement as equipment and operational requirements evolve.

Engineered Solutions for Naval & Defence Applications

Naval and defence applications require piping products capable of providing reliable connections for hydraulic and high-pressure systems. Chase Resource offers non-welded piping technologies that provide practical alternatives to conventional welded connections where the application and operating conditions are suitable.

37° Flare Flange Systems

The 37° Flare Flange System provides a robust mechanical connection for high-pressure hydraulic piping. It is suited to applications where reliable connections, vibration resistance and serviceability are important.

Retain Ring Flange Systems

The Retain Ring Flange System provides a secure mechanical connection for demanding hydraulic and high-pressure applications. Its robust design makes it suitable for piping systems associated with naval equipment, marine machinery and defence platforms.

Pyplok®

Pyplok® provides a mechanical pipe-joining solution without conventional welding. It can be particularly useful for suitable repair, replacement and modification applications where reducing hot work and installation time is important.

Built for Demanding Naval & Defence Operations

Naval and defence environments demand piping solutions that can remain reliable while equipment is exposed to vibration, pressure, restricted access and demanding maintenance conditions. Non-welded piping technologies can provide advantages in installation, repair and modification while reducing dependence on conventional site welding.

Reliable Connections

Engineered mechanical connections provide robust joining solutions for suitable hydraulic and high-pressure piping applications where pressure, vibration and operational reliability are important.

Reduced Hot Work

Mechanical connection technologies can reduce the need for welding, cutting and grinding during suitable piping installation, repair and modification work, particularly in confined vessel environments.

Faster Installation

Non-welded connections can simplify installation and reduce fabrication activities, particularly during vessel maintenance, repair and modification work where access and working time can be limited.

Easier Maintenance

Mechanical connections can make selected piping sections easier to access, disconnect and replace during maintenance activities, subject to the application requirements.

Reduced Downtime

Faster piping repairs and reduced fabrication requirements can help shorten the time required to complete maintenance activities and return equipment to service.

Flexible for Modification

Mechanical pipe-joining technologies can provide flexibility when existing vessel piping needs to be extended, relocated, replaced or modified as equipment and system requirements change.

From Naval Vessels to Defence Platforms

Naval Vessels

Hydraulic and high-pressure piping applications associated with naval vessels and onboard machinery where reliable mechanical connections are required.

Shipbuilding

Piping applications during vessel construction, equipment installation and system integration where reducing fabrication and installation activities can be advantageous.

Hydraulic Systems

Hydraulic piping connecting power units, actuators, machinery and associated equipment used across naval and defence platforms.

Marine Machinery

Piping applications associated with pumps, machinery and other onboard equipment requiring suitable hydraulic and high-pressure connections.

Equipment Repair & Maintenance

Piping repair and replacement applications where reducing hot work and installation time can be advantageous during vessel maintenance.

Vessel Modification

Piping extensions, replacements and modifications required when naval vessels and defence platforms undergo equipment upgrades or system changes.

Refit & Upgrade Projects

Piping solutions for vessel refit, modernization, equipment replacement and planned maintenance projects where installation efficiency and maintainability are important.

Expertise for Demanding Naval & Defence Environments

Naval and defence projects require an understanding of both the piping system and the demanding environment in which it operates. Chase Resource combines non-welded piping expertise with engineering and project capabilities to develop solutions around the requirements of each naval or defence application.

Non-Welded Piping Expertise

Chase Resource specialises in mechanical connection technologies for hydraulic and high-pressure piping applications, providing alternatives to conventional welded connections where appropriate.

Application-Focused Engineering

Solutions can be developed around pressure, pipe size, equipment requirements, routing, accessibility, vibration and the specific operating conditions of the vessel or platform.

Prefabrication Capability

Where suitable, piping assemblies can be engineered and prefabricated before reaching the vessel or installation site, reducing fabrication activities within confined marine environments and supporting faster installation.

Maintenance & Modification Support

Our capabilities can support piping replacement, repair, modification and installation activities associated with naval vessels, marine equipment and defence platform maintenance.

Complete Project Support

Depending on project requirements, Chase Resource can support customers through site survey, engineering, product selection, prefabrication, installation, flushing, pressure testing and commissioning.

Practical Solutions for Marine Environments

Our approach combines the appropriate piping technology with engineering and project execution to address the practical challenges of working around critical equipment, restricted spaces and demanding naval operations.

Talk to our engineering team about your piping requirements and find the right solution for your application.

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