GSM Industrial was contracted to fabricate an industrial deaerator system consisting of two ASME U-stamped vessels: a storage tank and a deaerator tank. These tanks play a critical role in preheating and degassing boiler feedwater to prevent corrosion, improve efficiency, and extend the life of the boiler system. This turnkey fabrication project required precise engineering, rigorous quality standards, and efficient project management to meet a tight timeline.
This project involved multiple complex steps to meet ASME pressure vessel requirements. The scope of work included:
Each vessel passed GSM’s in-house hydro testing on the first attempt and received ASME U-stamp certification.
One of the main challenges was the aggressive project schedule, with multiple fabrication stages needing to align precisely. Our experienced project manager and shop team worked in sync to hit key milestones week by week, ensuring the job stayed on track without sacrificing quality.
Our sub-arc welding process was particularly effective for this project, drastically improving efficiency and speed during the welding of circumferential and longitudinal seams.
Deaerator tanks are essential in steam and power generation facilities. They remove dissolved gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide from feedwater before it enters a boiler system. Without this step, these gases can cause corrosion inside the boiler, leading to costly maintenance, reduced efficiency, and even dangerous failures. By ensuring feedwater is preheated and degassed, deaerator systems help industrial facilities run cleaner, safer, and more efficiently.
This project was a perfect example of why clients trust GSM Industrial with difficult, high-spec jobs. Our ability to flex our schedule, coordinate across departments, and deliver ASME-certified pressure vessels makes us a preferred partner for companies looking for reliability under pressure.
While some shops might shy away from the tight timelines and compliance-heavy workload, we lean into it. Our team not only got the job done — we did it right the first time, on budget, and with room to spare.
These systems condition boiler feedwater by removing dissolved gases and preheating the water. This prevents internal boiler corrosion and increases operational efficiency.
It certifies that the vessel was fabricated in accordance with the standards set by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) for pressure vessels. It’s a critical compliance mark for safety and quality in pressurized systems.
We combine in-house engineering, experienced welders, and rigorous quality controls to meet or exceed ASME requirements — even on tight timelines.
Whether you need a deaerator tank, a storage vessel, or a fully integrated system — we’ve got you covered. GSM Industrial is your go-to partner for code-compliant, custom-fabricated pressure vessels that meet demanding specs and tight timelines.
