Spoolbase Case Study
Tensioner 5-Yearly Maintenance
Safe and reliable performance at spoolbase
Preservation of flowlines
Tailored spoolbase package
Tensioner 5-Yearly Maintenance
Challenge
A Tier 1 Contractor required comprehensive 5-yearly maintenance, inspection and testing of their tensioner, originally manufactured by MDL in 2018. The goal was to ensure its safe, reliable and optimal performance by addressing any wear, damage or degradation that could impact its functionality.
MDL Solution
The scope of work - performed at the client’s spoolbase in Norway - involved thorough inspections, function testing, repairs and calibration of multiple components, including the tensioner EPU, HPU, operator station and the full tensioner system. This required coordinated efforts between MDL on-site personnel and onshore engineering support to meet stringent performance standards while minimising downtime.
Outcomes
As OEM, MDL ensured that all maintenance work adhered to the highest industry standards. The thorough documentation and reporting provided by MDL allowed the contractor to maintain compliance with operational regulations and maintain the long-term health of their tensioner system. The maintenance program minimised unplanned downtime, extending the service life of critical components and reinforced the reliability of operations at the spoolbase.
