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tools serve to simulate the
repairs before and after applying the composite solutions,
constituting a persuasive
argument.
We continually use FE analysis, confirmed by laboratory
tests, in order to better understand and improve our repairs.
JCM: Can you tell us how your
sales break down for this past
fiscal year?

S.B.A.: In 2013, we had sales
of €5.4 million, 60% of which
was from pipeline repairs using our REINFORCEKiT 4D
composite system; 10% using
our REINFORCEKiT HEA
solution for the repair of overhead contact line structures;
and 30% using STOPKiT, a
product that enables repairing
a leak under as much as 80 bar
pressure.
JCM: Composite materials enable you to provide customized
solutions. Can you explain how
you approach a repair job?

S.B.A.: 3X Engineering has
developed a range of products that comply with the
ISO 24817 and ASME PCC2
international standards. These
standards, along with the
properties of the composites
that 3X uses, are what define
the repair "design": the length
and number of plies, etc. We

developed a software package for this, called REINFORCEKiT Engineering
Analysis (R.E.A.), to rapidly
design the repairs and establish their cost and duration.
JCM: What challenges do you
face today?

S.B.A.: Today, the main obstacle to the development of
composite repair is standard
steel repair work. However,
both the arrival of materials
engineers in the market and
the massive use of composite
materials in the aerospace sector are contributing to change
sceptical attitudes on composite repair.
JCM: As you specialize in
pipeline repair, what are your
development goals in that
market?

S.B.A.: 3X Engineering is
constantly developing its
worldwide sales network
through franchised outlets.
Also, almost all of our products are patented. We estimate
that we still have about 70%
of the market to capture.
Currently, 3X employs 15
people, and we plan to hire 4
or 5 more people for marketing and R&D. We optimize
our products via new resins
and fibres, for example, on
a permanent basis. For that,

Application of REINFORCEKiT 4D on the pipe

R.E.A (Reinforcekit Engineering Analysis ) for repair dimensioning: length and
numbers of layers according to ISO 24817 & ASME PCC2

3X Engineering has set up
a complete research laboratory with differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), a
tension/compression test
bench, ovens, viscosity meter,
densitometer, muffle furnace,
abrasion tester, etc.
We work in partnership with
Total for the application of
composite materials in the
offshore underwater environment. A special machine was
developed to help divers apply
the products as efficiently as
possible. The next step is to
apply composites in the deep
offshore environment.
JCM: With 20 years of activity
in the oil & gas sector, what
are the challenges that 3X
Engineering must address in
the future?

S.B.A.: The challenge of
the next few years will be to
reinforce 3X Engineering's
position as one of the world's
leading composite repair
providers. To meet this goal,
our marketing strategy lies in
the combination of research,
creativity and the quality of
3X products.
No89 May 2014 /

Heavy equipment for deepsea repair

JCM: What role does innovation play in 3X Engineering's
strategy?

S.B.A.: In 2004, we were
short-listed by the Monegasque Development Office
for the European patent
competition. Innovation is
very important for us, and
our guideline is to innovate
constantly. That is the most
effective way to guarantee our
growth and protect ourselves
from competitors, even if our
patents have already been filed
internationally. n
More information:
www.3xengineering.com

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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014

Cover
Edito
Point of view: volume production
Contents
COMPANY & BUSINESS In Brief
MEA
Agenda of Events
APPLICATIONS
Race car
E-helicopter
Pipes
Consumer goods
MARKET
Brazil
U.S.
WPC
FEATURE AERONAUTICS
Integration
CMC
Prepregs
CAE
Design
Equipment
Structure
Interview
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
Infusion
Process
TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATIONS
Automotive
Tow placement
Core materials
Index
In the world
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JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 2
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Edito
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Point of view: volume production
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JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Contents
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JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - COMPANY & BUSINESS In Brief
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Agenda of Events
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - MEA
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JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Ad1
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Ad2
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Race car
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 13
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 14
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - E-helicopter
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Pipes
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JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Consumer goods
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 19
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Brazil
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 21
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - U.S.
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - WPC
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JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 25
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 26
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Integration
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 28
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - CMC
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 30
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 31
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Prepregs
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 33
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 34
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - CAE
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 36
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Design
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 38
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 39
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Equipment
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 41
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Structure
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 43
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Interview
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 45
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 46
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Infusion
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 48
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 49
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 50
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Process
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 52
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 53
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Automotive
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 55
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 56
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 57
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 58
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 59
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Tow placement
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 61
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 62
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Core materials
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 64
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - Index
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - In the world
JEC COMPOSITES MAGAZINE - Issue #89 - May 2014 - 67
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