Steel for the Oil & Gas Industry

Steel’s reputation for durability and reliability is a key reason why it’s used in oil storage tanks. Usually made from galvanized steel, the tanks won’t rust and can last decades outside exposed to the elements. On the inside, steel’s resistance to corrosion keeps it from being eaten away by the oil or chemicals inside it as well.

Used both onshore and offshore, OCTG are made from steel for many of the same reasons the material is used throughout the oil and gas industry. Galvanized or stainless steel won’t rust when taken offshore for work, and all steel types have the strength and durability to withstand the forces that are common in drilling, transporting, processing, and more.

The infrastructure around oil and gas also relies on steel to provide dependable and efficient support. For the same reasons that other industries primarily use steel for structural and framework applications, the oil and gas industry is built on the same strong foundation.

Carrying oil or gas from the wells to the gathering stations can stretch across long distances in harsh terrain and environments. As one of the only viable materials for the job, steel accomplishes this because of its cost-effectiveness in the large quantities required for these projects as well as its strength and durability.