RHS Brochure 2013

SALES AND RENTAL OF HEAT TREATMENT EQUIPMENT
Induction
Pipe
Heating,
Coatings
Removal,
Rotational
Pre-Heat, Pipe Cutting, Bolt Heating, De-magnetisation &

Shrink Fitting Services for On-shore and Off-shore Projects
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SERVICES
Index
About Us
Induction Heating
Bolt Heating
Pipe Cutting and Pipe Facing
Our People
PRODUCTS
Rapid Heat 35 Weld Preheating and Stress Relieving

Rapid Heat 35 Liquid-Cooled PreHeat and Stress Relieving Systems
Rapid Recorder
Cables
Post Weld Heat Treatment Blanket RHS 35
RHS Liquid-Cooled Rotational Heating Clamp
Heat Treatment Accessories RHS 35
Rapid Heat 3.5 (30A) Weld Preheating and Stress Relieving
Coatings Remover
Rapid Welder Units
Induction Heating
Rapid Heat 10
Rapid Heat Resistance
Rapid Heat Consumables
Rapid Heat Accessories
APPLICATIONS
Vessel with Rapid Heat Rotational Clamp

Preheat, Vessel
Preheat Offshore Fabrications
Preheat Vessel Repair Power Plant
Preheat Transmission Pipelines
Preheat Transmission Pipelines
Post Weld Heat Treatment
Post Weld Heat Treatment Drill Rig and Preheat
Post Weld Heat Treatment Fab Shop Application and Preheat
Post Weld Heat Treatment Power Station Pipework
Post Weld Heat Treatment and Slug Catcher
Post Weld Heat Treatment Drill Risers
Preheat Offshore
Post Weld Heat Treatment - Offshore
Hot Tap Split Tee 14 Gas Line Applications
Hot Tap Split Tee 24 Main Gas Line
Hot Tap Split Tee 36 Main Gas Line
Valve Pressure Testing
Shrink Fit Applications
Pipe Cutting Applications
SERVICES
ABOUT US
The company disciplines are centred on Heat Treatment Services using
innovative new Induction Heating Technology, Pipe Cutting and Pipe
Preparation, predominately to the oil, gas, petrochemical, fabrication and
mining industries around the world.
Our main operations include:
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HEAT TREATMENT SERVICES
PIPELINE INDUCTION HEATING
PIPE CUTTING AND END PREPARATION SERVICES
BOLT HEATING AND SHRINK FITTING SERVICES
DE-MAGNETISATION OF PIPE AND PLATE
COATINGS REMOVAL
PRE-HEATING OF VESSELS (ROTATIONAL)
RAPID ON SITE MACHINING

HIRE AND SERVICES
Site machines for pipe heating, pipe
cutting/bevelling, flange facing, drilling and
grinding, bolt heating, de-magnetisation,
RHS provides specialist site services consisting of equipment hire, or

alternatively offering a service package, operated by our trained technicians.
All our rental equipment is checked and serviced before being dispatched
for hire.
RHS continues to work in close partnership with our customers to enhance
operational efficiencies, improve reliability and minimise costs.
RHS has the experience and the resources to handle projects of virtually any
magnitude. We are proud to deliver these services with the highest ethical
standards and commitment to safety, quality and innovation.
Internal Project Management is carried out by comprehensively trained
personnel who are technically aware with the skills accent appropriate to the
task at hand.
coatings removal, rotational pre-heating

and shrink fitting are available for hire or
with trained technicians to operate at the
customers job site.
DE-MAGNETISATION
SERVICES
In conjunction with Diverse Technologies, RHS
can offer demagnetisation services.
The Diverse Zeromag machine can be used
to neutralize magnetic fields in many pipe
to pipe, pipe to stub and linear seam weld
scenarios. Zeromag is a well proven machine
that eliminates arc blow and arc wander
caused by magnetic fields in the components.
DE-MAGNETISING PROBE
USED WHILST WELDING
RHS INDUCTION 35
MACHINE & RECORDER
SERVICES
INDUCTION HEATING
WHAT IS INDUCTION HEATING?
Induction heating is a non-contact method of electrically heating conductive
RHS use a non-contact heating method,
materials. Utilising high frequency, alternating currents in coils creates a rapidly
inducing heat electro-magnetically rather
alternating magnetic field. This magnetic field crosses the work-piece creating
than using a heating element in contact with
a current flow (eddy currents) within the part; heat is then generated due to the
a part to conduct heat, which is the traditional
resistance to eddy current flow within the material (I2R losses).
method.
This service provides equipment and
technicians to carry out, at site, all our
TC RECORDER 3 WITH FLASH MEMORY:
customers heating requirements. Almost any

type of steel component can be heated up to
1,450 degrees F (788C) using our induction
heating system.
Some of the more common applications are:
pre and post weld heat treatment, hydrogen
bake out, stress relieving for pipe lines of all
sizes, structural steel, flat plates and vessels. It is
also ideal for shrink fitting shafts, bearings and
couplings. Due to the flexibility of the induction
heating coils, various shaped components can
be easily wrapped for heating.
Key safety benefits are: minimal reflected
heat, operators can touch the water cooled
heating cables whilst the heating process
takes place, allowing for reduction in welding
times. RHS eliminates the use of propane, which
creates an uneven temperature transfer; in
RAPID HEAT SYSTEMS

Rapid Heat System (RHS) is a patented induction heating technology that has
many applications and benefits over conventional resistance heating methods
or propane.
addition to this, every kilo of gas burned creates

three kilos of water, whichcan be a problem
when welding.Time saving: a digital recorder
allows for the storage of all documents for
downloading later onto a computer; this saves
time in retrieval and managing documents.
THE FUTURE OF
PIPE WELDING
INDUCTION COILS
PREHEATING 150C
SERVICES
BOLT HEATING
SHRINK FITTING
Our patented Bolt Heating System utilises specifically designed induction tools
to thermally elongate bolts in a fraction of the time of conventional methods.
Allowing all heated bolts to be removed or tightened within one shift or less.
This proven method reduces outage time by days, saving money as a result.
Plus, the process alleviates safety concerns associated with the forceful removal
of nuts by sledgehammers and spanners. Nuts can easily be removed using
simple hand tools, reducing possible injury and lost man-hours.
BEARING REMOVAL
Using our Rapid Heat Induction System we
can quickly heat the bearing up to its target
temperature and enable the bearing to be
removed. As no excessive heat and no damage
is caused to the bearing it can be reused.
SHAFT REPLACEMENT
By applying heat to the outside diameter of
AMBIENT TO 800C IN 17 SECONDS
the drive wheel we can increase the internal
COATINGS REMOVAL
Our Induction powered Coatings Remover provides a fast, clean method of
removing paint and Intumescent coating from metal surfaces. The key benefits
of this are:
The surface of the metal is heated, not the surface of the coating
The heat does not need to conduct through the thickness of the coating so the
time required is shorter
The coating is heated to a lower temperature so fewer fumes are produced,
with less chance of igniting them
The surface coating can be very thick without degrading the striping efficiency
or increasing the time required
Intumescent coatings can be removed without expanding them
diameter hole to accept the new replacement

shaft.
Care is taken to ensure all heat treated areas
are not damaged and also that the internal
hole is kept cold to stop heat transfer onto the
replacement shaft when it is inserted.
BOLT HEATING MACHINE
SHRINK FIT APPLICATION

GEAR WHEEL
SERVICES
PIPE CUTTING & PIPE FACING
RANGE OF MACHINES
Rapid Pipe Cuttings Services machines provide fast, clean and accurate cuts to
tight tolerances, in preparation for fitting pipe ranging from 177 OD.
MACHINE
APPLICATION
The machines can be used in any environment making them perfect for use
Mini-Clamshell (MC)
2 O.D. Pipe
in nuclear, underwater and other hazardous environments. Labour costs are
Narrow Body (NB)
343 O.D. Pipe
Mid-Size (MS)
1042 O.D. Pipe
Heavy Duty (HD)
28110 O.D. Pipe
Giant
114177 O.D. Pipe
reduced with our portable, easy to set up machines.

Severing, bevelling, I.D. boring and O.D. turning are just a few of the tasks that
these remarkable machines can undertake
Rapid Pipe Cutting Services are able to provide
PIPE CUTTING MACHINE COUNTER BORE
on site machining services in the United

Kingdom and Internationally.
Our machines are manufactured and
maintained to the highest standards, which
ensure that they will perform to the highest
tolerances under virtually all conditions.
The company provides its services to the
following major industry sectors.
COLD CUTTING PIPE

IN SERVICE
MACHINING HEAVY
WELD PREP ON PIPE
PETROCHEMICAL
PAPERMAKING
POWER GENERATION
SHIPBUILDING
OFFSHORE OIL & GAS
SUBSEA
GENERAL ENGINEERING AND FABRICATION
SERVICES
OUR PEOPLE
SAFETY
RHS is committed to a corporate culture of diversity and welcomes individuals
Rapid Heat Systems Ltd conforms to all
who add to our unique makeup. We seek out hard working, enthusiastic and
guidelines and guarantees the safety of our
skilled individuals interested in achieving future leadership roles within the
products. Our products are designed to protect
company. Supported by the latest technology, process, and management tools,
against industrial hazards, offering superior
our staff are challenged to maximize their potential. Our dedication to excellence
products, outstanding value and practical
and our commitment to people allows us to exceed expectations and set a higher
solutions for our clients industrial safety
industry standard.
concerns. Regular training is carried out and

standards are constantly monitored. Our strict
RHS is a modern, innovative and performance-oriented employer, creating a
safety policy ensures the health and safety of our
work environment that will continue to be characterised by cooperation, solidarity
employees, customers, contractors and
and collegiality. At RHS we recognise that it is the people who drive the company
third parties.
and not vice-versa. Our team carries with them the knowledge and expertise to
deliver our specialised technical services to our clients.
QUALITY
TRAINING
Rapid Heat Systems strive for customer

satisfaction by continually improving processes,
RHSs quality policy is to achieve sustained growth by providing our customers
products and services to ensure we consistently
with products and services that will meet or exceed their requirements, while
meet or exceed customer requirements. This is
providing the best overall value. To meet this objective, RHS has implemented
evident by our ISO 9001:2008 registration and
a quality management system and its supporting processes, to facilitate the
continuous improvement programmes.
continuous improvement of our people, processes, and products. We are

committed to provide the leadership and resources necessary for this endeavour,
In addition to this, we are a member of the FPAL
and empower all personnel with the responsibility and authority needed to
offshore programme which works to identify,
ensure the successful implementation and maintenance of
qualify, evaluate and monitor suppliers on behalf
this system.
of purchasers.
Throughout our organisation, we are dedicated to applying our knowledge and

resources to understand and meet customer needs every day. By taking what we
learn from our clients and adding our experience and passion for meeting their
requirements, we improve the performance, quality and value of every product
and solution we deliver.
UK HEAD OFFICE
APPLICATION SPECIFIC
TRAINING
PRODUCTS/ACCESSORIES
RAPID HEAT 35 - WELD PREHEATING AND

STRESS RELIEVING
QUICK SPECS
APPLICATIONS
Pipe Fabrication Shops
Power Piping - Construction/ Repair
Trasmission Pipeline - Construction/Repair
Petrochemical - Construction/ Repair
Shipbuilding
Mining Equipment Maintenance
Drill Pipe Manufacturing
PROCESS
Induction Heating
HEATING RANGE OF MACHINE
Ambient to 788C (1450F)
MACHINE OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE
From -30C to 50C
Cable identification system knows the type of cable attached and limits output to
protect cables and blankets.

Operator tutoring system provides helpful information to optimise coil
arrangements for maximum performance.
Multiple output provides two insulated connectors for air-cooled blankets or liquid-
RATED OUTPUT
35kw at 100% Duty Cycle 5 - 30 KHz
INPUT AMPERERES AT RAPID OUTPUT
400 V: 60 Amps, 460 V: 50 Amps,
Dimensions: H: 25 (635 mm),
W: 213/4 (552 mm), D: 363/4
(933 mm)
Weight: Net: 227 lb (103 kg),
Ship: 265 lb (120 kg)
cooled cables.
Multiple control thermocouple inputs are available to control on the hottest TC
during heating and coolest TC during cooling for uniform heating quality.
Low consumable costs. No fuel costs and minimal insulation costs.
Insulation is reusable and may be used 50 times or more, reducing cost of disposal.
Easy to install through cable connection panel that does not require removal of sheet metal.
Isolation fault protection provides automatic system shut down should power source output short to ground. A sense lead provides direct
feedback to the power source to initiate fault condition.
Easy set-up is achieved using preheat blankets or flexible heating cables combined with user-friendly insulation blankets.
On-board temperature control provides for manual- or temperature-based programming in a simple-to learn operator interface.
Open output detection prevents system operation without a covered output receptacle (cable for protective plug).
Uniform heating is maintained along and through the heat zone by using induction to heat within the material. The surface of the part is
not married by localised conducted heat at higher than specified temperatures.
Time-to-temperature is faster than conventional processes due to the method of applying the heat, reducing heating cycle time.
High energy-efficient systems (more that 90% efficient) transfers more energy to the part, decreasing heating times and improving power
efficiency (less than 60-amp current draw).
Improved working environment is created during welding. Welders are not exposed to open flame, explosive gases and hot elements
associated with fuel gas heating and resistance heating.
Sales and Rental of Heat Treatment Equipment
RAPID HEAT 35 - LIQUID-COOLED PREHEAT AND STRESS RELIEVING SYSTEMS

The Liquid-Cooled Induction Heating System is designed for preheating, hydrogen bake-out and stress relieving applications up to
1450F (788C). The system can be operated in the Manual Programming mode where a power output is applied to a part for a
specified time or in the Temperature Based Programming mode where part temperature is used to control power output. Liquid-cooled
heating cables provide a highly versatile tool for preheating a variety of pipe diameters and even flat plate. In general, shorter cables are
used for smaller diameter pipe and are easier to handle and set-up. Longer cables are used for larger diameter pipe or small pressure
vessels and tanks.
Digital Recorder
Insulation
(Silica Needle Mat)
Power Source with

Built-in Temperature
Controller
Heavy-Duty
Induction Cooler
Liquid-Cooled
Heating Cable with
Kevlar Cover
Running Gear
TC Extension Cable
Liquid-Cooled
Power Extension
Cable
PIPE FABRICATION SHOPS

Provides uniform heating around the
circumference of higher strength pipe.
Reduces set-up time and time-totemperature in preheat applications.
Significantly reduces consumable costs.
Eliminates propane costs.
FIELD CONSTRUCTION OF POWER AND
PROCESS PIPING
Provides uniform heating around the
circumference of higher strength pipe.
Provides rapid time-to-temperature,
reducing total weld cycle time.
Easy to set up and operate in preheat
applications welder friendly.
Reduces consumable costs.
SHIPBUILDING PROP SHAFTS, PIPING

SYSTEMS, PLATE (HIGH DUTY CYCLE/
HIGH TEMP)
Provides uniform rapid heating in plate
and pipe applications.
Adaptable to heavy plate applications.
Provides a safer, friendlier work
environment for welders and operators.
Personnel are not exposed to open flame,
explosive gases or hot heating elements.
Power efficient compared to resistance
heating.
MINING
Provides uniform heating on high hardness
material to prevent cracking.
More flexible than air-cooled systems for
complex shapes.
Enables higher preheat temperatures than
air-cooled systems.
Eliminated propane costs.
The heavy-duty induction cooler is

designed with an efficient fin and
tube heat exchanger, 2-1/2 gallon
rustproof polyethylene tank, highpressure pump and lower to yield a
high cooling capacity.
The cooler is equipped with a flow
sensor/indicator and temperature
sensor to provide system reliability.
Heavy-duty induction cooler with
optional running gear shown attached to bottom of RapidHeat 35.
External input and output filters are
used to remove contaminants from
the cooler and cable. Filters are
easily accessible for cleaning.
Cooler is attached to power source
and available separately. The
cooler can be added to power
source at a later date to upgrade
from air-cooled to liquid-cooled
systems.
Running gear can be attached to
power source or cooler.
Dimensions: Shipping Weight
H: 12-3/4in (324mm)122lb
(55kg), W: 21-1/4in (540mm), D:
30in (762mm)
RAPID RECORDER
QUICK SPECS
The digital recorder is commonly used in stress relieving and critical preheat applications.
The recorder stores temperature data based on time.
18 POINT PAPERLESS GRAPHIC

RECORDER
The Rapid Recorder offers unrivalled
input accuracy with a 125ms total sample
rate for 18 channels. The input channels
are configurable to suit the process
requirements.
The recorder has a touch screen display
for simple programming and use. The
colour display enables operators to clearly
monitor the heating process in outdoor
environment (direct sunlight).
They all have onboard Flash data storage
capability, Ethernet communication and
Compact Flash. Data is stored in tamper
resistance binary format that can be
used for secure, long term records of the
process.
DATA MANAGEMENT
Data can be transferred from internal
memory to USB stick or directly to a PC
via a network cable for printing, storage
or further analysis using Review/
Quickchart Lite Software
Files are encrypted for quality assurance
Simplified software prints recorded
information onto A4 paper for
convenient handling
The recorder does not require pens,
paper or fragile mechanical devices to
document the heating cycle
BUILT-IN DATA PROTECTION AND
TRACEABILITY
Your most valuable asset is the data
collected for process and legislation
purposes. Protection includes Audit
Trail for 21CFR Part 11 and Nadcap
applications, with recorded login, use of
unique usernames and passwords.
Secure data recording

Full colour, high resolution,
touch screen display
Up to 18 input channels
Multi language selection
Batch functionality
Remote viewing and
configuration
Full audit trail
USB Plug & Play
Local printing
CONNECTION VOLTAGE
110 v
Power cord plugs into rear of
Rapid Heat Systems
DISPLAY
5.5 VGA
DIMENSIONS
H: 225 mm
W: 208 mm
L: 380 mm
WEIGHT
9.0kg
TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY

The rapid recorder is easy and intuitive
to use ensuring faster productivity and
minimal learning requirements. It also
incorporates a Pop Up full QWERTY
keyboard to facilitate easy data or
message entry.
There are no complicated button presses.
OUTPUT EXTENSION CABLES RHS 35

The output extension cables are available to remote the power source
up to 75 feet from the work. Insulated quick-connects are used to easily
remove and attach the coolant lines. The power source connector
securely locks the cable to the power source and insulates the output
connector. The Cable Identification System built into the connector
identifies the liquid-cooled systems and permits full power. The cables
are flexible for ease of use.
10 ft = 3 m
25 ft = 7.6 m
50 ft = 15.2 m
75 ft = 22.8 m
LIQUID-COOLED HEATING CABLE AND

PREHEAT CABLE COVERS RHS 35
The liquid-cooled heating cable couples the power to the part to
be heated. The silicone hose encloses a special copper conductor
specifically designed for carrying high-frequency current to maximize
efficiency. The hose also carries the coolant, which cools the conducting
wire. The hose is reinforced for strength and durability.
30ft = 9.1 m
50 ft = 15.2 m
80 ft = 24.4 m
140 ft = 42.7 m
Preheat cable covers are available to protect the

heating cable from slag and molten metal created
during welding. The preheat covers are easy to
install and can withstand temperatures up to 650F (343C).
TC EXTENSION CABLES
The thermocouple extension cable is a simple means of providing
thermocouple inputs from the heated part to the power source. The
durable 50ft cable eliminates the cluttered stringing of individual wires to
the work. The terminal connection enables six thermocouples to be used
with the system.
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POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT BLANKETS RHS 35

Our PWHT Blankets are available in the following sizes:
DIAMETER
LENGTH
WIDTH
inches
mm
inches
mm
inches
mm
2.5
4
5
6
7
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
21
22
24
26
28
30
32
36
40
63.5
101.6
127
152.4
177.8
203.2
254
304.8
355.6
406.4
457.2
508
533.4
558.8
609.6
660.4
711.2
762
812.8
914.4
1016
15
21
26
30
34
38
43
49
54
58
67
73
76
79
85
91
98
105
112
126
140
381
533.4
660.4
762
863.6
965.2
1092.2
1244.6
1371.6
1473.2
1701.8
1854.2
1930.4
2006.6
2159
2311.4
2489.2
2667
2844.8
3200.4
3556
12
12
12
12
18
18
18
18
18
18
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
24
304.8
304.8
304.8
304.8
457.2
457.2
457.2
457.2
457.2
457.2
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
609.6
DATA
INSULATION STYLE
Inside - silica needled mat
Outside - 3.8mm thich silica mat
TEMPERATURE RESISTANCE
1800F | 982C
MELTING TEMPERATURE
3100F | 1704C
STANDARD COLOUR
White
CONTENT
98% SIO2 (silica)
CONFIGURATION
Inside - needled mat
Outside - mulit-layer twill
OTHER
Material should be tested for suitability in
every application considered
Post Weld Heat Treatment insulation blankets are sized and stenciled for the pipe
size to be treated. The insulation is sewn into a silica blanket, which provides
high durability. Fifty thermal cycles or more can be achieved with one blanket.
The sewn blanket insulation does not create the dust and dust particles associated
with insulation. This creates a friendlier environment for the heat treatment
personnel during set up and strip down operations.
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RHS LIQUID-COOLED ROTATIONAL HEATING CLAMP

Rapid Heat Systems have designed and manufactured a Patent Protected Rotational
Heating Clamp to be used with our Rapid Heat 35kw Liquid Cooled Unit.
Rotational Clamps available to suit:
RCH1 Clamp (250mm to 750mm)
RCH4 Clamp (2m to 5m)
RCH6 Clamp (5m to 9m)
RCH1 Clamp
Features/Benefits
Spring positioned on the back of the heating clamp mounting is designed to allow the
clamp to move in the vertical position to allow for any ovality in the pipe.
Fitted with 4 thermocouples that are designed to the contour of the pipe to control preheat temperature.
Faster set up time.
Takes only a third of the time to temperature than gas flame.
Fully controllable and uniform heating.
Can be digitally recorded if required.
No hydrogen created.
Lower running costs.
Fast return on your investment.
APPLICATION
As the pipe rotates round to the start point, the thermacouples will start to pick up the
temperature readings and alter the Rapid Heat the 35 output kws to suit the target
temperature that has been set.
This application is ideally suited for large diameter rotation when using Submerged Arc
or Manual Metal Arc but is also suited to small diameters.
All clamps are customer built and can be fixed or adjustable.
Optional Extra - fully adjustable self supporting stand to mount clamp on to.
ROTATIONAL CLAMP IN USE
GAS VS ROTATIONAL CLAMP
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HEAT TREATMENT ACCESSORIES RHS 35

RAPID SITE BOX
Our Induction site box provides full protection of our Rapid Heat 35 System for transport and on-site usage.
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:

Empty: 186 kg

Full (inc.Rapid 35 system): 400kg to 500kg
Dimensions:

Height: 128cm Depth: 80cm Length: 185cm
The strongest deadbolt style locking mechanism for ultimate security.
16 gauge steel body with fully arc welded seams provides extra strength and
weather protection
Additional reinforcement between the lock and the side housing
92mm high caster ready skids making it easier and faster to transport.
Hinges and ball stud bracket - added strength reduces the potential for
breakage and improves durability
RAPID PROTECTIVE COVERS
Purpose built protective covers have been designed for use with the Rapid Heat
35 and Rapid Digital Recorder.
The covers are made from tough waterproof fabric that protects the units from
general weather conditions and fabrication environments e.g. Dust, Grit, Etc.
The covers are designed to protect the units whilst in storage as well as when in
use, due to the specifically designed cable access points.
By using the protective covers with your Rapid Heat 35 and Digital Recorder you
will protect them from the elements and prevent unnecessary breakdowns due
to water, dust and grit contamination.
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RAPID HEAT 3.5 (30A)

WELD PREHEATING AND STRESS RELIEVING
HEATING ELEMENTS
Induction coil(s) with maximum length
of 5,0m or resistance heating mat(s)
with maximum power of 3,45kW can be
connected.
SEMI-AUTOMATIC UNIT
The Rapid Heat 3.5 (30A) is an inverter-
CONTROL SYSTEM
based semi-automatic preheating unit
Processor controller with digital display. Able
especially for tubes with maximum size of
to program heating/cooling rate and target
265 mm.
temperature.
Depending on the size of the pipe, one

or two units are used. Induction coils or
TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT
resistors are placed on both sides of the
Can be carried out with or without a
welding seam and when using only one
thermocouple. If needed, the temperature
heating unit they are connected to the
can be recorded using a separate power for
series with a jumper cable.
the unit, which means that short cables can

be used.
INDUCTION V RESISTANCE
The (30A) can be used for either Induction
PROCESSOR REGULATOR
or Resistance Heating.
The (30A) has one processor regulator,

which is used for adjusting heat treatment
INDUCTION HEATING
parameters. When using a thermocouple,
Heats only the tube material, so radiant
the regulator shows the temperature and the
heat loss is very small. The maximum
following parameters can be adjusted
temperature with the induction method is
Heating rate (C/h)
around 700C. Induction coils are fast to
Holding temperature (C)
install and can be used in tight heating
If a thermocouple is not in use, the so-called
places.
percentage system is applied, whereby the

heating power is regulated in percentage
RESISTANCE HEATING
ration and the temperature is measure with
If a higher temperature than 700C is
an external measuring device.
QUICK SPECS
APPLICATIONS
Power Piping
Construction/Repair
Transmission Pipeline
Construction/Repair
Petrochemical
Construction/Repair
Shipbuilding
PROCESS
Induction Heating
Resistance Heating
CONTROL SYSTEM
Processor controller with digital
display.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
Induction: 20C - 700C
Resistance: 20C - 1050C
HEATING POWER
3.5kw
CONNECTION VOLTAGE
220 ... 240 V
1-phase/50Hz
DIMENSIONS
H: 380 mm
W: 150 mm
L: 375 mm
WEIGHT
11Kg
required, resistance heating is required.

The power source is an inverter, enabling
HANDLING AND TRANSPORT
the use of even the smallest special
The unit is small and light in weight, which
resistors and the heating of very small
makes it easy to handle and transport.
workpieces.
Because the (30A) stands next to the

workpiece, adjustments are easy to make.
INDUCTION COILS
Induction coils are in ready-to-use lengths (1m, 1.5m, 2m, 2.5m, 3m, 3.5m, 4m, 4.5m, 5m). When using an induction coil in preheating,
it is wrapped around the pipe without any insulation. The coil can be protected against welding spatter with insulation cloth. When doing
post-weld heat treatment, the pipe is first insulated with 20 mm-thick ceramic blanket after which the coil is wrapped around the pipe.
The coil is heat resistant up to 400C.
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COATINGS REMOVER
Our Induction powered Coatings Remover provides a fast, clean method of
removing paint and Intumescent coating from metal surfaces.
APPLICATION
This Coatings Remover is powered by a 15kw Rapid Heat Inverter and will
remove a band of coating 220 mm wide.
The inverter is connected to the Coatings Remover via flexible electrical
cable and cooling water hoses, which can be up to 30 m in length.
An off/on switch and heat on light are situated on the top of the heating
coil enclosure.
The equipment is operated by sliding it across the surface to be stripped.
A spacer situated on the bottom of the Coatings Remover can be varied to
accommodate different thicknesses of coating to be removed.
The maximum coating thickness that can be removed, when the minimum
thickness space is fitted, is 10 mm.
BENEFITS
The surface of the metal is heated, not the surface of the coating.
The heat does not need to conduct through the thickness of the coating so
the time required is shorter.
The coating is heated to a lower temperature so fewer fumes are produced,
with less chance of igniting them.
The surface coating can be very thick without degrading the striping
efficiency or increasing the time required.
Intumescent coatings can be removed without expanding them.
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RAPID WELDER UNIT (TW163/V)
QUICK SPECS
DISCHARGE ENERGY
18 to 40 Joules Output
DESCRIPTION
Used to weld a wire to a steel body, the magnet is used
to make a return contact.
The thermocouple wire is stripped back and the pliers
are used to grip this wire about 25mm from the cut end.
The charge button is pushed and released. After a short time the LEDS change from
charging to ready.
The thermocouple wire is held firmly against the steel surface and the weld button is
pushed. This welds the wire to the steel body (Auto Mode: Weld is made automatically
1.5 seconds after contact).
The energy setting knob is used to set the required energy for different wire diameters.
BATTERY RE-CHARGE TIME

6-8 Hours
SUPPLY VOLTAGE
100-300 VAC or 200-260 VAC
DIMENSIONS
H: 190mm
W: 300mm
L: 100mm
WEIGHT
4.5KG
FEATURES
Main LED Shows when battery is on charge.
Low Battery LED Shows when the battery needs re-charging.
Tool storage is built into the case.
Very low battery inhibits operation.
Supplied with tools and mains charging lead.
Manual or Auto (Hands-Free) Operation.
RAPID WELDER UNIT (SW12V)
QUICK SPECS
DESCRIPTION
DISCHARGE ENERGY
30 to 250 Joules Output
The SW12V is a battery and mains powered

capacitance-discharge welding unit with up to 250
Joules energy output. This makes possible the welding
of pins, thick wires and TC wires on site without
mains power supply.
Unit will work from the mains while recharging the battery.
SUPPLY VOLTAGE
110 VAC or 230 VAC
FEATURES
WEIGHT
6.5KG
DIMENSIONS
H: 215mm
W: 255mm
L: 235mm
Hands free operation with audible count-in to Auto-weld.

Two energy ranges selectable via front panel switch; i. 30 to 60 Joules ii. 125 to 250
Joules
Battery + mains working IEC inlet with 2m lead.
Rugged cased floor standing unit with hard rubber feet.
Dinse style output connections
Two metre welding leads with large pot magnet and interchangeable pliers: i. Long-nose
pliers for low range fine wire welding, ii. Larger pliers for thick wire/pin welding.
Auto switch-off to conserve battery
Low battery indication and very low battery protection.
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INDUCTION HEATING
WITH CUSTOM-MADE COILS
Rapid Heat Systems designs and constructs COILS of various sizes on request. These can either be openable, shell-type coils; fastened
from the inside or fastened from the outside. The version selected is strictly connected with the specific application. All coils have a
manual probe for temperature surveying.
WELD PRE-HEATING
PRE-HEATING DURING COATING

PHASE
RAPID HEAT 35 COMPATIBLE COILS
These coils are generally used for

weld pre-heating. They are made of
fibreglass reinforced plastic and heat
resistant materials. They are fastened
onto the pipe by special setting knobs.
Coils are generally used for pre-heating pipes during the coating phase.
The Coil structure is made of aluminium and equipped with a convenient
closing lever driven by a hydraulic
piston (which operates using the same
circuit as the hoisting crane).
Rapid Heat have also developed a

range of coils that can be used with
the RapidHeat 35 kw Machine.
DELTA 50 WITH PRE-HEATING COIL
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RAPID HEAT 35 WITH COMPATIBLE COILS
RAPID HEAT 10
QUICK SPECS
Our Rapid Heat 10 is a powerful, portable source for resistance

heating.
It is designed as a small, light-weight, and efficient three-phase
digital source for industrial use.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE/CURRENT
0 - 65 V/160A, 0 - 65 V/180A, continuously regulated,
CV/CC
LOAD
Resistance heating elements
24-65 V (30/60 V type)
SUPPLY VOLTAGE
3 ~ 400 V, 50/60 Hz, 23 A
FEED PROTECTION
25A
THERMAL SENSOR
K-type thermocouple, galvanically insultated output
MEASURING/REGULATIONS RANGE
-40C to 1,350C / +25C to 1,200C
ALARM
2 settable (deviation SV/PV, reaching temperature, etc)
FAILURE DETECTION
Thermocouple disconnection, overheating, short-circuit
on output, etc.
MULTIZONAL REGULATION
Yes, master/slave type, max. 9 units
OPERATING TEMPERATURE/ PROTECTION
-20C to 40C (with limited output up to 50C)
DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT
170 x 370 x 405 mm, 17 kg
ADVANTAGES
Integrated digital regulator with continuous regulation of heating
power.
Small dimensions and low weight.
High efficiency in comparison with standard sources.
Ideal for fast service applications or in places with difficult access.
USE
Controlled preheating and cooling of welded materials.
Thermal annealing and tempering and other material thermal
processing.
Applicable in production, maintenance and repair activities.
MODEL
Output voltage / current, Load, Supply voltage/current, Feed
protection, Thermal sensor, Measuring/regulation range, Alarn
Failure detection, Multizonal regulation, Operating temperature/
protection, Dimensions and weight, Certification
CERTIFICATION
CE
SPECIFICATION
High output with small dims and low weight 10 kW at 17kg
Connection of resistance elements from 24 to 65 V, 10.8 kW
Simple handling and easy-to-read display.
Continuous regulation of input power (voltage)
Programmable temperature regulator -25 C to 1,200 C
Saving up to 20 thermocouple profiles with max. 180
segments.
Control according to a set thermal profile or manually to
required temperature or output.
Integrated recorder of temperature and output with up to 64hr
of recording.
Connection to external recorder.
(Option - Rapid Heat 18 Channel Digital Recorder)
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PEODUCTS/ACCESSORIES
RAPID HEAT
RESISTANCE
QUICK SPECS
TRANSFORMERS
Rapid Heat systems transformer
type heating units are designed
especially for on-site use. the
heating units are compact and light
for easy transportation. Models
with a controller enable fast and
easy documentation of the work.
transformers are dimensioned for
primary connection of 63 A, with
a common power supply on site.
output power of standard models are
thyristor controlled but by the order
can be delivered with contactors.
MODELS
RES403 Semi-automatic
- three-channel heat treatment unit
with processor controls
RES403 Fully-automatic
- three-channel heat treatment unit
with computerised control system
RES406 Fully-automatic
- six-channel heat treatment unit with
computerised control system
CONTROL SYSTEM
Easy management of heat treatment process is on RapidHeat controllers and windows
based software. the control system and equipment are developed in team work with
users. using RapidHeat equipment we can offer reliable and accurate results and clear
documentation.
LONG DISTANCE CONTROL
Rapid Heat control system offers possibility for alarms by gsm-phone and long distance
monitoring. the system enables continuous control of the heat treatment process. you can
select units with radio modems to enable wireless contact.
APPLICATIONS
Power Piping
Construction/Repair
Transmission Pipeline
Construction/Repair
Petrochemical Construction/Repair
Shipbuilding
PROCESS
Resistance Heating
CONTROL SYSTEM
Semi Auto: 3 processor controllers
Fully Auto: Controller with PC software
TEMPERATURE RANGE
RES403: 20c - 1050c
RES406: 20c - 1200c
MEASURING POINTS
RES403: 6 points
RES406: 12 points
HEATING POWER
40kw
CONNECTION VOLTAGE
400 v; 3 phase
DIMENSIONS
H: 1020 mm
W: 600 mm
L: 600 mm
WEIGHT
150kg
HEATING RESISTORS
The resistance wire used in heating mats is nicr 80/20, which is the most suitable for the
job. the wire material used in the tails is nickel which does not heat up during the heating
process. the tail wire and the resistance wire are welded together to form a reliable joint.
Beads in heating elements are high-quality aluminium oxide (Al2o3 ; 95 %) ceramic. the
material is according to iEc 672 group c-700.
Heating elements in which there is a risk of tail breakage are equipped with tail supports.
this construction ensures a longer product life.
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RAPID HEAT CONSUMABLES
Preheat Cable Covers (Kevlar)

To protect to the heating cable from
slag and molten metal created during
welding. Easy to install. Available in
lengths 30ft, 50ft, 80ft & 140ft
Silicon Woven Insulation

For pipe wrapping, jointing and seals.
For continuous used up to 550C
Available in widths 100 or 200mm x
30m lengths
Superwool Blanket
For PWHT and Hydrogen Bake Out
to maintain heat and protect heating
cables. For continuous use up to
1000C
Fire Blanket
To protect superwool from tearing.
Treated with a non flammable vinyl
acetate solution. Cloth will with
withstand 500C but at 200C
weavelock will disperse. Available in
rolls 1m x 50m
Post Weld Heat Treatment Blanket

RHS 35
For PWHT and Hydrogen Bake Out
to maintain heat and protect heating
cables. Available to suit pipes 2.5
to 32. Larger sizes available on
request
Air Cooled Induction Blanket Sleeve

To protect the air cooled induction
blanket from slag and molten metal
created during welding. Available in
sizes to fit Induction Blankets
Thermocouple Wire
Comes in 100m reels. Used for
temperature measurement
Thermocouple Plugs
To connect thermocouple wire to
extensions and Rapidheat machines
High Temperature Tape

To secure all insulation,
thermocouple material and
heating accessories. Will withstand
temperatures up to 155C
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RAPID HEAT ACCESSORIES
Cermamic Pad Heating Elements
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Flexible Pre-insulation Preheating Elements
Insulation Materials
Insulation Meshed Matts
4-Bank Channel Heater
Insulation Mesh
Heater Core Wire
Cold Tail Wire
Power Splitter Cables
Power Cables
Camlok Connector
Power Connector
Thermocouple Plug
Thermocouple Wire
Thermocouple
Attachment Unit
Temperature
Controller
Magnetic Preheat Fixing
Ceramic Beads
APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT VESSEL WITH RAPID HEAT ROTATIONAL CLAMP
Customer:
Elimetal, Belgium
Job Description:
To pre-heat vessel to 122C on the inside within

90 minutes.
Pipe Dimensions: 2300mm
Pipe Thickness: 180mm
Job Location:
Elimetal, Belgium
Job Date:
September 2012
Equipment:
2 x 35kw RHS Induction Heating Machine

2 x Rotational Clamps with RHS adjustable stands
Results:
Heating commenced. After 60 minutes, the

temperature was 80C. After 90 minutes, the
temperature was at 122C. Rotational speed was
set at 40cm per minute. Pre-heat was a great
success.
Comments:
The client was very happy. This method saved

many hours with regards to time to temperature,
compared with the old methods used which was
by gas heating and incidental to this, it was a
much safer method.
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APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT, VESSEL
Customer:
Advantica Technologies (Transco)
Job Description:
To pre-heat a 52 diameter x 1 thick test vessel.

Pre-heat temperature target 120C
Job Location:
Transco
(Pipe Maintenance Centre)
Ambergate
Derbyshire
Job Date:
25.05.04
Equipment:
2 x 20kw RHS Induction Heating Machines

2 x 80ft Induction Heating Cables
2 x 50ft Induction Heating Extension Cables
Results:
We set up a 3-coil configuration each side

of the joint that was to be welded. The target
temperature was reached within 12 minutes of
power up.
Comments:
Welders
Mr Ron Harris (Rayden Engineering)
It was very good, it did the job it was supposed
to do which was heat up the pipe and not the
welders, no rock wool flying about when brushing
and grinding and saved us a lot of sweating, wish
we had it years ago.

Mr Mark Kew (Rayden Engineering)
Welder friendly equipment and did the job as
well. Very good.
Welding Inspector
Mr Roger Elliott (Oceaneering Inspection)
0-120C in 12 minutes. No dirt, no dust, no
problem!
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APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT OFFSHORE FABRICATIONS

Customer:
Stolt Offshore, Aberdeen.

LB200 Pipe Lay Barge
Client:
Dales Fabrications
Peterhead
Scotland

Preheat and post weld heat treatment of deck
plates and LB200 jacking rails for main stinger
pipe laying unit.
Job Description:
Material
Deck Plate
Section of Rails
Job Location:
Bergen
Norway

06 January 2006 to 29 January 2006
Job Date:
Pre-Weld at Dale Fabrications
- 50mm ST52-3N
- 150mm wide SQ690 QL
Equipment:

Results:
We set up first four systems to preheat the jacking

rails to 170C so that butting layers could be
welded with flux cored wire prior to new segments
being welded in place.
Actual Stinger Rail

before removal
Stinger Rail after removal

Pre-heat base 170 C
LB 2006 Refit
Stinger Arm
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APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT - VESSEL REPAIR NUCLEAR POWER PLANT

Customer:
Doosan Babcocks
Job Description:
Our remit was to pre-heat the repair on the D/A

Vessel. The required pre-heat temperature was
200C. Due to the high temperatures and difficult
working conditions we were awarded the contract
on grounds of safety and speed. Each weld had to
be monitored during welding.
Job Location:
Heysham Power Station

Nr. Morecambe
Lancashire
Unit 1 Outage
Job Date:
11th June 07
15th July 07

Equipment:
Results:
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The project proved to be a great success.The

welds were completed and we suffered no burns
to welders or fires to scaffold boards, which were
concerns from previous projects.
APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT TRANSMISSION PIPELINES

Customer:
NACAP
Client:
Gasunie
Job Description:
To pre-heat 48, 17 to 21mm wall, gas pipeline

on a moving production line at nine different
location. At the three front end locations the preheat temperature was 150C minimum and at the
six other locations 100C minimum was required.
The pipeline was fabricated in 500m strings and
floated out onto the water of the Ijsselmeer for
further connection. In total 28km of pipeline was
laid consisting of in excess of 2300 welds.
Job Location:
Side of Ijsselmeer
Nr. Wingerwerth
North West Holland
Job Date:
14.05.06 to 31.10.06
Equipment:

Results:
At the front end we set up a 2-coil configuration

of 2 x 30ft hose at 150C covering either side of
weld. Temperature was achieved in 41/2 minutes.
At the other locations we set up a 2-coil
configuration of 2 x 30ft hose at 100C covering
either side of weld. Temperature was achieved in
4 minutes.
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APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT TRANSMISSION PIPELINES
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Customer:
Jones Construction
Job Description:
To pre-heat a 48 diameter pipe 22mm wall

thickness x 80 material to 100 C.
Total 160 kilometers of pipe welded over a two
year period.
Job Location:
Pembroke
South Wales
Job Date:
22.01.08
Equipment:

Complete with
40 KVA Generators
48 Air Cooled Blankets
50ft Induction Heating Extension Cables
Quick Hitch Clamp & Weather Canopy
Results:
We designed a complete rig in conjunction

with our client to achieve the fastest time to
temperature, as speed was paramount. From the
fixing of the heating band and switch on machine
temperature was achieved in 8 minutes through
heat. We had determined a preset time so that
all the operator had to do was hit a button and
the machine would switch off when it came to
temperature and if he needed to re-apply he
would just hit the button on the pendant again.
APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT PIPE AND VESSEL

Customer:
Hayward Tyler
Job Location:
Hayward Tyler Premises Luton
Equipment:
2 x Rapid Heat 35 Liquid Coolec

2 x 25ft Extension Cable
2 x 80ft Heating Cable
2 x 6 Way Thermocouple Extenstion
Job Description:
Job 1
To carry out Post Weld Heat Treatment to the
repaired areas on a cast high pressure pump
casing and its outlets
Pipe Dimensions:

Target Temperature:
Control Rate:
65mm wall thickness

cast casing and outlets
595 - 620C
88C per hour
Job Date:
21 June 2011
Results:
PWHT carried out
Job Description:
Job 2
To carry out Post Weld Heat Treatment to suction
and outlet pipes on a cast high pressure pump
casing, prior to pressure and temperature testing
being carried out.
Pipe Dimensions:
65mm wall thickness
12 diameter
Target Temperature:
595 - 620C
Control Rate:
88C per hour
Job Date:
19 and 20 July 2011
Results:
PWHT carried out
Testimonial
Never has a sub-contract process here at HT

generated so much attention, just a thank you to
say a job well done, professional and dedicated
to the task. This got us out of a difficult situation,
thank you for your help and support. We found
your engineer to be top notch. - Mark Drayton,
Operations Manager, Hayward Tyler.
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APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT DRILL RIG AND PREHEAT

Customer:
Hastings
Client:
Rio Tinto, Hail Creek Coal Mine
Job Description:
Pre-heat and stress relief on a drill rig mast pivot

shaft.
Job Location:
Hail Creek Coal Mine, Australia
Job Date:
June 2012
Equipment:
1 x Rapid Heat 35kw Induction Heating Machine

1 x 80ft Induction Heating Cable
Results:
Boilmakers removed the old shaft and prepared

the shaft stands before positioning the new shaft
which was approximately 10ft in diameter and 2
metres in length.
RHS technicians then wrapped the shaft with
kevlar insulation and an 80ft heating cable. They
then ramped the temperature up 50C per hour
so the shaft reached a pre-heat temperature of
200C. The boilermakers then welded the new
shaft into position. Once welding and blending
was complete the technicians ramped up the
temperature to 50C per hour until reaching
593C and thereafter soaked for 1 hour for the
stress relieving process.
Then they ramped down 50C per hour until
reaching 200C. Leaving the shaft wrapped in
insulation they turned the heating maching off,
therefore letting the shaft cool by itself.
RHS Technicians kept track of the heat during the
repair with the data recorder, which enabled them
to pass the information on to the client for Q/A
documentation purposes.
This is the second shaft we have done for
Hastings and Hail Creek. The first was in Sharps
workshop in Mackay, Australia.
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APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT FAB SHOP APPLICATIONS

AND PREHEAT
Customer:
Amec Group
Job Description:
To carry out various pre-heat and PWHT in Amec

Fabrication Shop
Pre-heat and PWHT of pipe 6 to 16 Diameter
Wall Thickness 28mm to 59mm
Pre-heat and PWHT of to 2 Weldolets
Material: P22 and Carbon Steel
Job Location:
Canalside Workshops, Ellesmere Port, UK
Job Date:
17 August 2010 to 30 September 2010
Equipment:

2 x Resistance Heating Machines
1 x Furnace
Test Piece:
RHS carried out a test piece to the welding procedure given:

16 Pipe, 59mm Thickness
Pre-Heat Temp 200C minimum using Induction
PWHT Temp 710C, soak for 4 hours in small
furnace
Results:
Using both Induction and Resistance methods we

successfully carried out all heat treatment requirements for 78 completed welds.
Pre-Heat Temperature:
200C min
Hydrogen Bake-Out Temperature:
350C
PWHT Temperature (Straight Butts & Elbows):
735C
PWHT Temperature (Reducers & T-Pieces):
710C
Comments:
Due to the success of the work carried out in the

fabrication shop, RHS secured the site tie in works
at Growhow UK, Ince Cheshire, UK
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APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT POWER STATION PIPEWORK

Customer:
Siemens
Client:
Severn Power, CCGT Project
Job Description:
To carry out PWHT on site

Pipe Dimensions: 3/4 to 2 - P91 (9
Chrome)
Target Temperature: 740 to 750C
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Job Location:
Newport, South Wales
Job Date:
June 2012 to August 2012
Equipment:

10 x 3.5kw RHS Induction Heating Machines
Results:
We set up the 3.5kw machines around the PWHT

area and then set up the 35kw machine to apply
background heat to stop the heat draw off into
the large diameter headers etc.
APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT AND PREHEAT SLUG CATCHER

Customer:
SICIM (Italy)
Job Description:
To pre-heat and stress 118 welds, consisting of

6x42, 96x24 and 16x12
Pipe Dimensions:
Target Temperature:
Interpass Temperature:
Soak Temperature:
Pressure:

Product Temp:

42, 24 and 12
100C min
170C
610C 10C
N/A
N/A
Job Location:
Shell Corrib Gas Terminal (Ireland)
Job Date:
Aug 2008 to Feb 2009
Equipment:

4 x 140ft induction Heating Cables
Pre-heat Results:
We set up a three-coil configuration on each side of

the weld using either a 140ft or 80ft-heating cable
depending on pipe diameter size, and set a target
temperature of 120C, temperature was reached in
12 minutes.
Stress Results:
We set up a four-coil configuration over the weld

area to be stressed, and set a soak temperature of
610C, stress cycle takes seven hours.
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APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT DRILL RISERS

Customer:
Aker Solutions
Job Description:
To carry out Post Weld Heat Treatment to drilling

risers.
Material
Specifications:
Riser connections: 6 OD 2 ID

7 OD 6 ID
Pipe:
AISI 4130
Connector:
AISI 4130
Job Location:
Port Kland, Kuala Lumpar, Malaysia
Job Date:
February 2009 to January 2012
Equipment:
4 x 35kw Rapid Heat Induction Units
Results:
We set up 6 to 7 turns of heating cable on the

drill riser welds for PWHT.
Soak time was set for 3 hours for booster
connections and 4 hours for chock and kill
connections.
The trials were a complete success and we
secured a further 11 months heat treatment work
at Aker Solutions.
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APPLICATIONS
PREHEAT OFFSHORE
Customer:
NACAP
Client:
Gasunie
Job Description:
To apply heat for a repair on the 48 gas pipeline

in a diving bell 7 metres under the surface of the
Ijslemeer.
Temperature required 50C.
Job Location:
Gasunie
Near Medemblik
The Netherlands
Job Date:
15.11.06
Equipment:

1 x 50ft Induction Heating Extension Cable

The job was a great success and we also used
the induction to remove the plastic coating.
Results:
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APPLICATIONS
POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT - OFF SHORE

Customer:
Centrica
Job Description:
Our remit was to PWHT the welds and provide

induction heating for Flange Bolt removal as and
when needed, during the 2007 shutdown.
Job Location:
Centrica
Rough B Offshore Platform
North Sea
Just off the Humberside Coast
Job Date:
11.09.07 to 14.09.07
Equipment:
1 x RHS 35kw Induction Heating Machine

1 x RHS Bolt Heating Machine

The PWHT proved to be a great success the welds
were soaked at 620C for 1 hour and positive
comments were made about the safety and
speed of the systems.
Results:
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APPLICATIONS
HOT TAP SPLIT TEE 14 GAS LINE APPLICATIONS

Customer:
Wood Group Engineering Ltd (North Sea)
Client:
Shell UK
Job Description:
To pre-heat a 14 split tee and the 14 pipe that it

sits on (simultaneously) requiring two longitudinal
welds and two circumferential welds.
Setting up for
longitudinal welds
Pipe Dimensions: 355.6mm x 9.5mm w/thk

Pre-heat
Target Temp:
250C for welding fillet joints

150C for minimum interpass
Product:
Gasoline
Flow Rate:
3,500 gallons per day
Pressure:
14 bar max
Product Temp:
32C
Job Location:
Shell Fife NLG Plant Mossmorran

Kingdom of Fife
Job Date:
06.03.04 to 12.03.04
Equipment:

Results:
During the longitudinal welds, i.e. along the split

part of the tee, we achieved the 250C target preheat temperature but during the circumferential
welds we were unable to raise the temperature
above 95C due to the pipe wall thickness and
the product flow rate. The welding inspector
monitored the temperature and was happy that
the temperature that was reached was well within
the parameters needed for welding.
Comments:
Welders could not believe that they could rest

their hands on cables whilst welding. The original
plan was to have had comfort breaks for them
on a regular basis if they had used propane. This
eliminated the need for breaks and, as a result,
they continued to weld out to completion once
started, far quicker, which meant less time
exposed in a high-risk area of the plant by
personnel. The client was happy with the safety
aspect and also less time and exposure to
personnel on site and with the added benefit of
control over temperatures giving improved quality.
Welding longitudinal welds
The circumferential seam
Finished job after inspection
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APPLICATIONS
HOT TAP SPLIT TEE 24 MAIN GAS LINE

Customer:
GAZ DE FRANCE
Job Description:
To pre-heat a 24 split tee and the 24 pipe

that it sits on (Simultaneously) requiring two
circumferential welds.
Pipe Dimensions:

600mm x 8mm w/thk
Target Temperature:
100C min
Product:
Natural gas
Flow Rate:

5.6m/s
Pressure: Not given
Product Temp:
Not given
Job Location:
Courthezon, Orange, France
Job Date:
11.06.08 to 12.06.08
Equipment:

1 x Rapid Heat 75 Booster
2 x Rapid Heat 75 Booster Wands
(for 600mm o/d pipe)
Results:
We set up a three coil configuration on each side of

the weld area using the two 35kw machines and set
target temperatures of 150C, this was to create a
damming effect and to minimise heat loss through
the cold pipe during booster heating.
We then applied 25 seconds of heating with the two
boosters wands (simultaneously) from both sides of
the pipe, this gave us 1.2 minutes worth of welding
time (enough time to weld a full welding rod) after
the first welding run was complete, Booster heating
application time was reduced and welding time was
increased, and this was due to the joining of the
split tee to the pipe and the transfer of heat from the
35kw machines through the weld joint.
The job was a complete success and completed in
the allocated time.
This was the first time that the process of using
the above equipment has been carried out on a
Live Line and Rapid Heat Systems have now
applied for patent on this process.
UK Pat App 0817312.2
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APPLICATIONS
HOT TAP SPLIT TEE 36 MAIN GAS LINE

Customer:
Transco
Job Description:
To pre-heat a 36 LIVE gas main ready

for welding a 6 diameter piece of pipe (as
protection) around a screwed valve on the
main and then to pre-heat the gas main again
ready for the welding of a Split Tee lowered onto
the gas main around the valve.
Pre-heat Target Temp:
150C
Product:
Natural Gas
Flow Rate:
(No flow given)
Pressure: 57 Bar
Product Temp:
Ambient
Job Location:
Transco
West Walton, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Job Date:
31.08.04 to 04.09.04
Equipment:

2 x Induction Heating Extension Cables
Value Protection:
We arranged a 3-coil configuration, which was

then laid over the pipe around the valve. The
target temperature under the coils was set to
240C allowing for gas flow and a safe distance
away from the valve. This gave us the 150C
we required at the weld face. Time to temperature
at the weld face from switch on took 20 minutes.
Longitudinal Welds:
We arranged a 3-coil configuration, which was

then strapped to a wooden frame, which in turn
was strapped to each side of the split tee. Target
temperature under the coils was set to 240C and
time to temperature at the weld face was approx
20 minutes to reach the 150C required.
(See pictures 1 & 2)
Circumferential
Welds:
We arranged a 3-coil configuration on the pipe

and then a 3-coil configuration on the tee
piece. Target temperature on the pipe was set to
340C. This would allow for heat drawn out of the
product as the wall thickness of the pipe is only
16mm. Target temperature on the tee piece
was set to 155C as the tee piece is 70mm thick
this will hold the temperature very well. Time to
temperature at the weld face, from switch on took
30 minutes to reach the 150C required. (See
pictures 3 & 4)
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APPLICATIONS
VALVE PRESSURE TESTING

Customer:
Technical Valve Services Ltd
Client:
Various clients
Job Description:
To heat up various sizes of valves to 170C for

pressure testing.
Job Location:
Technical Valve Test Facilities, Leicestershire
Job Date:
14 September 2010 and ongoing
Equipment:

1 x 25ft Extension Cable
1 x 30ft Heating Cable
Results:
Thermocouples were attached to the valve body

for external temperature control and an internal
thermocouple fitted for temperature monitoring to
170C during the valve test.
The valve body was wrapped with insulation and
our induction heating cable. The induction unit
controlled the temperature rise to the allowed
external temperature. When the required internal
temperature of 170C was achieved, pressure
testing of the valve was carried out.
During the process, the external temperature
was adjusted to keep the internal temperature
within the test parameters. Internal temperatures
fluctuated due to increase in pressure and filling
with test medium. 4 valves of various sizes had
pressure testes carried out on them.
The heating and testing process was carried out
without any damage or markings being made to
the valves. Technical Valve Services Ltd were very
satisfied with the results and have continued to
use RHS for their testing process. The end user
and the valve manufacturer were in attendance to
witness the testing.
Testimonial:
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We were very pleased with the service Rapid

Heat Systems provided for us. They performed
exactly what we required and in an efficient and
effective manner. We were especially impressed
with the set up time and time to temperature.
They were particularly good at controlling the
temperature accurately and were able to fine tune
the temperature. - Ray Lewis, Technical Valve
Services Ltd.
APPLICATIONS
SHRINK FIT APPLICATIONS

Customer:
Corus
Client:
Spartan UK Ltd (Gateshead, Tyne & Wear)
Job Description 1:
To apply heat to the outside of a 10ft diameter

drive gear to enable the 2.5ft diameter shaft
centre hole to increase in size by 0.040 to accept
the new replacement shaft.
Precautions - Care to be taken as drive teeth have
been heat treated and shaft hole needs to be kept
cold to stop heat transfer to the shaft when the
shaft is inserted.
Pre-heat Target Temp:
(None given)
Job Description 2:
To apply heat to a bearing for removal.

Precautions - Care to be taken when heating the
bearing as the bearing is to be reused.
Job Location:
Corus (Northern Engineering Services)

Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire
Job Date:
29.10.04
Equipment:

Results Job 1:
We set up a 2-coil configuration top and bottom

of the gear and set a target temperature of
300C. Switch on time was 1410 hours and by
1900 hours the outside temperature at the gear
teeth was 75C and in 4hours 50minutes the
inside diameter of the shaft hold had increased
by 0.040. A target diameter for shaft fitment had
been reached and the shaft centre hole remained
at the ambient temperature of 19C.
Results Job 2:
Gear wrapped and heating

with two machines
Shaft being lowered

into position
Shaft in position
(job 1 Complete)
We set up a 2-coil configuration due to size of

bearing and set a target temperature of 100C.
Time to temperature was 15 minutes.
Bearing was removed with no excessive heat and
no damaged caused to bearing - enabled bearing
to be used again.
Heating bearing for removal
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APPLICATIONS

Customer:
G&S Engineering
Client:
Ensham Coal Mine, Australia
Job Description:
RHS Australia were engaged by G&S Engineering

to shrink remove/fit 6 intermediate gear shafts
for Ensham coal mines 9020 dragline gear box
rebuilds.
Job Location:
Mackay, Australia
Job Date:
18 May 2012
Equipment:
1 x Rapid Heat 35kw Induction Heating Machine

Results:
RHS technicians wrapped the heating cable

around the gears which are approximately 2
metres in diameter and the shaft is approximately
50cm in diameter.
The gear was then heated to 90C for the
removal of the old shafts. The new gears were
then wrapped with cable and heated to 120C to
install the old shafts.
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APPLICATIONS

Customer:
KNPC
Job Description:
Our task was to help remove two tube bundles

from two heat exchangers. Due to the imbalance of
pressure during process in the heat exchanger the
internal tube bundles had become damaged and
stuck and needed removing for repair. Our task was
to apply heat to expand the outer shell, facilitate
the removing of the tube plates and attached tube
bundles.
Job Location:
Shuaibah Refinery
Kuwait
Job Date:
9th to 11th July 2008
Equipment:

1 x 80ft Liquid Cooled Heating Cable
1 x 140ft Liquid Cooled Heating Cable
Results Vessel 1:
We set up a four coils configuration positioned

directly on the outer shell adjacent to the internal tube
plate and heated as instructed by KNPC Engineers.
Heating range: from ambient to 700F.
KNPC used various methods, including tube pulley
and a 60ton crane to pull the tube plate and extract
the tube bundle from the heat exchanger. The bundle
was removed approximately 30 hours after first
heating.
Results Vessel 2:
This vessel proved to be more stuck that the first.

After many hours of trying unsuccessfully to pull the
tube plate out using the same methods as the first
vessel, we were allowed to apply our method of
extraction. We first attached the tube extraction plate
via four extended rods to the tube plate between the
outershell and the tube plate. Between the outershell
and the tube extraction plate we fitted 4off 30ton
hydraulic jacks. These jacks were then pressurised to
lock in position. We cooled the tube plate to approx
108F by spraying with soda water. Next we attached
air conditioning to the tube plate to help keep it
cool again. Via four coils positioned directly on the
outershell adjacent to the internal tube plate we
heated the outershell to 450F. Whilst still heating we
instructed the jacks to be pressurised more.
As the heat increased the tube plate popped out.
Time taken approx 4 hours.
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APPLICATIONS

Customer:
RMB Engineering
Job Description:
Our remit was to remove the outer ring which had

become stuck during application.
The outer ring was unfortunately put on a slight
angle and with such very small room for error
Thousandths of an Inch when it expanded it
became well and truly stuck, once cool. The client
had spent several days trying to remove the outer
ring with gas torches.
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Job Location:
RMB Engineering
Union Street
West Bromwich
Job Date:
31.01.07
Equipment:

Results:
The project proved to be a great success. We

arrived on site at 1300 hours and left 5 hours
later at 1800 hours. This time would have been
reduced if the client could have supplied a higher
rated electrical supply. We were restricted to 20kw.
APPLICATIONS

Customer:
UMC International / Seatec Engineering
Client:
Ministry of Defence
Job Description:
To heat up a Tiller Assembly to enable removal

from the rudder stock to which it is attached,
The removal of the Tiller Assembly is to enable
engineers to asses the wear and carry out any
repairs, the Tiller Assembly is on a 1:15 taper with
two locating keys and is installed using a pilgrim
nut. The Tiller Assembly has not been removed for
a good many years.
Job Location:
Portsmouth Dockyard
Job Date:
29.07.08
Equipment:

Results:
H.M.S ILLUSTRIOUS
Actual Stinger Rail

before removal
We wound six turns of a 140ft induction heating

cable around the tiller assembly, and applied
35kw of heat at 12.00 noon, it took only 50
minutes for the outside temperature of the tiller
assembly to reach 120 this was enough heat to
allow the tiller assembly to expand enabling the
engineers to jack the tiller assembly off the rudder
stock shaft seating, the job was a complete success
and the customer was very impressed with the
set-up of the induction heating application and the
total time required from set-up to strip-down.
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APPLICATIONS
PIPE CUTTING APPLICATIONS
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Customer:
Laing ORourke
Client:
National Grid
Job Description:
A landslide had caused both the 24 and 30

main gas to London pipeline to move out of
alignment, in excess of 4 metres.
The resulting strain on the pipeline was of great
concern because of possible fracture risk. New
lengths of pipe, approximately 100m, were
installed.
Job Location:
Slough
England
Job Date:
12.10.06
Equipment:

1 x 30 Rapid Pipe Cutting Machine
1 x 24 Rapid Pipe Cutting Machine
RHS Job 1:
Cut out the old pipe. (See top two pictures)
RHS Job 2:
Pre-heat the new welds. (See bottom two pictures)
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Rapid Heat Systems head office is located in the United Kingdom. Rapid Heat Systems has representation in: the United Kingdom,
Europe, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Japan, Nigeria, India and Australia.
OUR OFFICES
OUR REPRESENTATIVES
UK & Europe
Netherlands - ValkIPS B.V
Head Office - UK
info@basvalk.com
sales@rapidheatsystems.com
Spain - Ind y Soldadura

info@solysol.com.es
Middle East
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, UAE
Japan - German Machine Trading Co Ltd
middleeast@rapidheatsystems.com
info@e-gmt.co.jp
Singapore - SSH Corporation Ltd
Far East
wdsales@sshcorp.com
Singapore, Indonesia Malaysia

India - Cerberus
fareast@rapidheatsystems.com
info@cerberus-india.com
Australia
Nigeria - Kaetex Construction & Engineering Ltd
RHS Australia Pty Ltd
info@kaetexlimited.com
aust@rapidheatsystems.com
Italy - Protec Srl
info@protecsrl.com
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SALES AND RENTAL OF HEAT TREATMENT EQUIPMENT

Pre-Heat, Pipe Cutting, Bolt Heating, De-magnetisation &

Rapid Heat 35 Weld Preheating and Stress Relieving

Vessel with Rapid Heat Rotational Clamp

HEAT TREATMENT SERVICES

PIPELINE INDUCTION HEATING

PIPE CUTTING AND END PREPARATION SERVICES

BOLT HEATING AND SHRINK FITTING SERVICES

DE-MAGNETISATION OF PIPE AND PLATE

PRE-HEATING OF VESSELS (ROTATIONAL)

RAPID ON SITE MACHINING

RHS provides specialist site services consisting of equipment hire, or

coatings removal, rotational pre-heating

RHS use a non-contact heating method,

materials. Utilising high frequency, alternating currents in coils creates a rapidly

inducing heat electro-magnetically rather

than using a heating element in contact with

a part to conduct heat, which is the traditional

resistance to eddy current flow within the material (I2R losses).

TC RECORDER 3 WITH FLASH MEMORY:

customers heating requirements. Almost any

RAPID HEAT SYSTEMS

addition to this, every kilo of gas burned creates

AMBIENT TO 800C IN 17 SECONDS

the drive wheel we can increase the internal

diameter hole to accept the new replacement

BOLT HEATING MACHINE

SHRINK FIT APPLICATION

PIPE CUTTING & PIPE FACING

in nuclear, underwater and other hazardous environments. Labour costs are

Narrow Body (NB)

343 O.D. Pipe

1042 O.D. Pipe

Heavy Duty (HD)

28110 O.D. Pipe

114177 O.D. Pipe

reduced with our portable, easy to set up machines.

Rapid Pipe Cutting Services are able to provide

PIPE CUTTING MACHINE COUNTER BORE

on site machining services in the United

COLD CUTTING PIPE

OFFSHORE OIL & GAS

GENERAL ENGINEERING AND FABRICATION

RHS is committed to a corporate culture of diversity and welcomes individuals

Rapid Heat Systems Ltd conforms to all

guidelines and guarantees the safety of our

skilled individuals interested in achieving future leadership roles within the

products. Our products are designed to protect

company. Supported by the latest technology, process, and management tools,

against industrial hazards, offering superior

products, outstanding value and practical

solutions for our clients industrial safety

concerns. Regular training is carried out and

RHS is a modern, innovative and performance-oriented employer, creating a

safety policy ensures the health and safety of our

work environment that will continue to be characterised by cooperation, solidarity

employees, customers, contractors and

Rapid Heat Systems strive for customer

RHSs quality policy is to achieve sustained growth by providing our customers