SLB Shanghai Manufacturing Center

SLB Shanghai Manufacturing Center – FM Certified Seismic Bracing Case Study

HOOGO Eliminates Seismic Compliance Risks and Secures Critical Fire Protection Systems for the World’s Leading Oilfield Technology Provider

Project Overview (30-Second Summary)

Client: SLB (Schlumberger) – the world's largest oilfield technology and services company.
Challenge: SLB’s Shanghai facility, operating at full production capacity, required a complete FM-compliant upgrade of its fire protection seismic bracing system—without disrupting ongoing manufacturing operations.
Solution: HOOGO provided over 2,500 FM Certified Seismic Bracing Systems, including rigid braces, end restraints, and flexible couplings, along with a fully engineered FM seismic solution approved by FM Global.
Value: Achieved 100% seismic coverage across Phase I and Phase II production areas, removed all non-compliance risks, and ensured uninterrupted operations during the upgrade.

Client Background & Project Challenges

A Critical Manufacturing Hub for Global Oilfield Operations

SLB Oilfield Equipment (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. serves as a core manufacturing center for the company's global product supply chain:

• Supplies equipment to CNPC, Sinopec, and global operators

• Products shipped to 45+ countries and regions

• Annual industrial output in 2024 exceeded 2.698 billion RMB

• Production lines run continuously at maximum capacity

As a high-risk industrial site producing lithium batteries, measurement-while-drilling tools, and logging equipment, the facility requires absolute reliability of its fire protection system.

Project Scale & Operational Constraints

• Total site area: 240,000 m²

• Phase I & II include 7 independent factory buildings

• Fire protection network spans across complex workshop environments

• Installation had to be completed without interrupting live production

• FM Global required full correction of seismic bracing deficiencies to maintain insurance coverage

The combination of strict FM standards and limited installation windows represented the core challenge of the project.

Dual Compliance Requirements

All seismic bracing upgrades had to meet:

• GB50981-2014 Seismic Design Code for MEP Installations

• FM Global DS 2-8 Earthquake Protection Standard

Both standards require fire protection systems to remain fully functional during an intensity 8 seismic event.

HOOGO's Seismic Bracing Solution

Product Scope & Deployment

HOOGO supplied and installed:

• 1,250 FM Certified Seismic Braces

• 750 End Restraint Assemblies

• 500 Flexible Couplings

These components ensured full seismic reinforcement of the fire protection system across pump rooms, production areas, and multi-story workshops.

Engineering Highlights & Technical Advantages

1. Full Pipe Diameter Coverage for Complex Factory Layouts

HOOGO's FM system is certified for:

• DN25–DN300 pipe diameters

• 30°–90°installation angles

This flexibility is essential for retrofit projects with structural obstructions, tight clearances, and irregular pipe routing.

2. BIM-Driven Design Coordination

HOOGO developed a complete BIM model of the seismic bracing system:

• Verified all load paths and brace locations

• Eliminated installation conflicts with production equipment

• Sequenced construction areas to match SLB's production schedule

• Ensured full compliance with FM Global's audit requirements

3. High-Durability Corrosion Protection

All components adopt HOOGO's patented anti-corrosion coating:

• 3,000+ hours of salt-spray resistance

• Ideal for workshops with humidity, dust, and temperature variation

This ensures long-term reliability of critical life-safety systems.

Project Results & Delivered Value

1. 50% Faster Installation – Completed in Only 6 Weeks

Thanks to HOOGO's modular components and BIM-based planning:

• No on-site welding required

• Minimal disruption to production activities

• Entire seismic retrofit completed within 6 weeks, compared to the typical 10–12 weeks for traditional methods

2. 30% Lower Total Lifecycle Cost

Savings were achieved through:

• Reduced labor and installation time

• Lower rework rate due to BIM design accuracy

• Long-term corrosion resistance minimizes maintenance

3. 80% Reduction in Seismic System Failure Risk

After the upgrade:

• All fire pipelines now meet FM DS 2-8 and GB50981 requirements

• System reliability under seismic loading significantly increased

• FM Global accepted the upgraded system without additional corrective actions

This ensures uninterrupted protection for both personnel and high-value production assets.

4. A New Compliance Benchmark for SLB China

SLB Shanghai, approved as a multinational company headquarters in 2023, has become a regional benchmark for seismic compliance.

Following this project:

• HOOGO's FM Certified Seismic System has been successfully implemented in both SLB Shanghai and SLB Chengdu facilities

• HOOGO continues to support SLB's future safety and compliance initiatives across China

Why SLB Selected HOOGO

• Full suite of FM/UL/ETA/CE certified seismic solutions

• Strong engineering expertise and professional BIM support

• Proven performance in complex retrofit environments

• High-efficiency modular systems reduce installation time

• Trusted by leading global industrial and energy companies

HOOGO delivers reliable, compliant, and scalable seismic protection solutions for mission-critical industrial facilities.

Contact HOOGO for FM Seismic Engineering Support

For FM Global compliance, seismic retrofit engineering, or new-build design support, HOOGO provides full technical assistance and solution development.

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