Introduction:
Company Overview:
Energy Materials Group (EMG) is a leading provider of high-performance fastener solutions, specializing in mission-critical applications for the oil, gas, and energy sectors. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, and rapid response, EMG delivers customized solutions aligned with stringent international standards.
Challenge:
A major client faced an urgent need for 3″ API 6A Inconel 718 Stud Bolts and Nuts, compliant with NORSOK MDS N20, to avoid costly delays. The challenge included:
- Specialized material (Inconel 718) requiring precise heat treatment and machining.
- Strict compliance with NORSOK MDS N20, including cold-rolled threads, impact testing at -101°C, and 100% NDT.
- Full certification and traceability (EN 10204 3.1 with complete documentation).
- Tight 7-day turnaround from quote to air-freight delivery.
Objectives:
- Rapid production and delivery of NORSOK-compliant Inconel 718 fasteners within 7 days.
- Maintain full compliance with NORSOK and API 6A standards.
- Ensure zero compromise on quality, testing, and certification.
- Support client’s urgent operational needs, preventing project delays.
Strategy & Implementation:
Strategic Approach:
EMG employed a streamlined and agile supply chain strategy, focusing on rapid response, collaboration with trusted partners, and in-house technical expertise. By leveraging pre-approved material sources and advanced manufacturing capabilities, EMG aimed to meet extreme time constraints without compromising quality.
Key Initiatives:
- Rapid Quotation: Delivered a detailed quote within 4 hours, assessing feasibility and securing client approval swiftly.
- Material Sourcing & Pre-Approval: Acquired NORSOK-compliant Inconel 718 stock, ensuring all properties aligned with client and standard requirements.
- Precision Manufacturing & Cold Rolling: Produced studs and nuts to exact API 6A specs, including cold-rolled threads.
- Accelerated Heat Treatment & Testing: Completed solution annealing, age hardening, and impact tests (-101°C) within 48 hours.
- Comprehensive NDT & Quality Inspection: Conducted 100% visual, liquid penetrant, and third-party verification to certify compliance.
- Documentation & Logistics: Finalized EN 10204 3.1 certification and dispatched via air freight within the strict 7-day timeframe.
Conclusion:
EMG successfully delivered fully certified, NORSOK-compliant Inconel 718 fasteners within 7 days, enabling the client to avoid costly project delays.
