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Forged and Shaped Pipes

Simplify and accelerate operations with tailored-made pipes

Vallourec provides high-quality seamless forged pipes meeting several application specifications reducing lead time and machining. Sizes and shapes are fully customizable, with the possibility of non-standard shapes or shaped pipes with dimension variations across the length.

Solution
Our Solution

Vallourec covers the international needs of multiple applications through its two forges, the Aulnoye PFP® Pipe Mill in France and the Changzhou Pipe Works in China. Vallourec uses a unique process of hot-piercing directly followed by highly-efficient radial forging and then heat treatment. Both sites combine the proven machining expertise of local teams with a highly automatized and controlled production environment.

Improved solutions for your accessories

Shaped pipe enables you to simplify your accessories integration in your pipe design by solving issues in accessories’ costs, welding and fabrication/integration for:

  • Buckle arrestors
  • Tapered Joints
  • J-Lay Collars
  • Anchors
  • Upset Ends
  • Offshore Structure
  • And more…
Benefits
Benefits
Short Lead Time
A one-step forging process enables short lead times because pipes are heated up once instead of twice. All grades and dimensions are produced weekly.
Heavy Wall & Optimized Production
Reduce waste thanks to near-net shape pipes featuring no unnecessary material. Reduce machining time, welding and component purchasing by working with customized pipes that facilitate assembly.
Order Flexibility
Order sizes may vary from large series to small lots, depending on customer needs. Sizes and shapes are fully customizable.
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Portfolio

Forging is the most adaptable and versatile method of hot forming, and Vallourec provides extensive options. Customers can choose from a very wide range of lengths, dimensions and materials for straight and shaped pipes and bars.
Outside Diameter range:

191- 813 mm (7 ½”- 32”)

Wall thickness range:

25-165 mm (1”- 6 ½”)

Lengths:
up to 13,8 meters (45 ft)

Large portfolio of grades includes carbon, alloy and high-alloy steel grades, with other grades available on request

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Discover the PFP tube mill in Aulnoye
Discover the PFP tube mill in Aulnoye
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