Integrated Global Services Inc.

Ethylene plant turnarounds are a significant challenge and opportunity for facility optimization. While these essential maintenance periods come with considerable costs in downtime and resources, they also provide the perfect window to implement improvements that can enhance operational efficiency and profitability. Plant managers must select projects that deliver rapid returns while minimizing downtime. Downtime translates […]

Amine stress corrosion cracking (ASCC) is a persistent and costly challenge for operators. This form of corrosion can compromise critical equipment in facilities, potentially leading to unplanned shutdowns, environmental incidents, and significant financial losses. Understanding the mechanisms behind ASCC is the first step for facility operators and reliability engineers toward implementing effective prevention strategies. The […]

Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) is a significant issue in various industries, including petrochemical, power, waste, and oil/gas environments. MIC is responsible for about 20% of all corrosion costs globally, amounting to hundreds of billions of dollars. This type of corrosion is caused by microbial activity, leading to the formation of corrosive metabolic by-products such as […]

CO₂ corrosion, commonly known as ‘sweet corrosion’ in the oil and gas industry, presents a significant challenge to facility integrity and operational reliability. This form of corrosion can lead to substantial economic losses through equipment failure, production downtime, and increased maintenance costs. Understanding the Corrosion Mechanism and its Impact on Oil & Gas Production The […]

Gulf Energy Excellence Awards 2024 Finalists Announced It has been announced that Integrated Global Services (IGS) has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious Gulf Energy Excellence Awards, in the Best Controls, Instrumentation, Automation Technology category. Our Convection Section Cleaning Rover has earned recognition for its ground-breaking approach to enhancing efficiency and sustainability in […]

The Challenge of Metal Recycling Corrosion Metal recycling plays a vital role in resource conservation and sustainable manufacturing. However, the harsh conditions within pyrometallurgical furnaces, autoclaves, dryers, and gas scrubbers can lead to significant corrosion challenges. This corrosion not only impacts equipment longevity but can also hinder production efficiency and product quality. Impact of corrosion […]