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STA Analyzes The Performance And Failure Of Steel Catenary Risers For Clients Across The World [Posted on Sep 19] The work of Stewart Technology Associates covers all aspects of the marine and offshore drilling industry rather than focusing on a specific or specialty area like some consultancy firms in the field. By being well-rounded, STA is able to serve a more diverse client base, which only expands on the existing background that makes the services provided so valuable. Specializing in one component of the drilling industry is fine as long as the analysis that’s being done remains isolated to that area, but that’s rarely the case. This is an industry where the more knowledge you have, the better and the extensive background of Stewart Technology Associates is a perfect example of this. For example, when performing an analysis of offshore structures, like steel catenary risers, particularly if it’s because of riser failure or if the risers are not performing as well as expected, it’s possible the problem goes beyond that specific element. Because STA can rely on decades of experience in all facets of the drilling industry, that analysis can extend beyond steel catenary risers when needed, for a more complete assessment. Once this assessment is made, STA can then advise of any changes or adjustments that should be made to these structures in order to get them operating at the high level that is expected. When riser failure does occur, the cause of that failure needs to be determined so that the chances of it happening again are reduced. Learning from mistakes is important in any business but especially in the offshore drilling industry, where mistakes can be so costly and damaging. Stewart Technology Associates uses the latest technology and software from Orcina to perform riser analysis that comes with a tremendous amount of credibility. Because the riser analysis performed by STA comes with a credibility earned from having worked with different types of operations across the world, our clients know that they can trust the work we do. In addition to the analysis of steel catenary risers, STA can investigate an accident that occurs with these structures in order to determine the cause. Just like with riser failure, a marine accident investigation will determine what went wrong and STA will provide guidance on how to prevent it from happening again. The wide range of services performed is all part of what makes Stewart Technology Associates so highly sought after and respected within the offshore drilling industry.
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