Partners for Success

A new special stainless steel enclosure for the Oil & Gas sector

07 July 2025

Tailor-made solutions for extreme environments: IRINOX reliability in the heart of the desert

In the Oil & Gas sector, where every installation is exposed to extreme environmental conditions, relying on a partner capable of designing tailor-made solutions is a strategic choice, even before being a technical one.

IRINOX confirms its expertise in this field with a new special application: an AISI 316L stainless steel suspended enclosure, developed to the specific requirements of an international customer and intended for a gas control system installed in the middle of the desert.

The context: critical issues and needs in the oil and gas sector

Installations in environments such as oil or gas pipelines in the desert present many critical design issues:

High temperature excursions, with peaks over 50°C and strong solar radiation.
Presence of sand, fine dust and gusts of wind that can compromise electronic components.
Need for easy maintenance in areas that are difficult to access.
Safety risks in environments classified as potentially explosive.

In these contexts, a standard solution would be inadequate to guarantee operational continuity and protection.

The IRINOX answer: customisation, expertise and security

This new application is a concrete example of how IRINOX supports its customers as a technical partner in the development of customised and reliable solutions.

Main features of the IRINOX suspended enclosure

AISI 316L stainless steel, highly resistant to corrosion, ideal for saline, sandy or aggressive environments.
Suspended structure designed for direct anchorage to the customer's system frame, reducing vibration and heat loss.
Integrated valves and sensors for gas flow control, housed in a secure and easily inspected configuration.
FEM-analysed sunshade top to withstand gusts of wind and protect against direct radiation.
Sun shield for push buttons, preventing accidental exposure to sand or dust.
3+3 mm laminated glass porthole, removable with seal, designed to be replaced without special tools and guarantee maximum tightness. Lexan option excluded, not suitable for prolonged desert conditions.
External coating 1 mm thick, designed to reflect the sun's rays and improve thermal insulation, helping to maintain stable internal temperatures.

Why choose IRINOX as your technical partner

Relying on IRINOX means having a unique interlocutor at your side, capable of:

Listening and translating plant engineering requirements into real, certifiable projects.
Design solutions in compliance with international standards.
Provide specialised technical support during all phases: concept, prototyping, production, installation and after-sales.
Guarantee reliability and durability even in extreme operating conditions.

Discover other IRINOX applications for the Oil & Gas sector

IRINOX is the ideal partner for special customised stainless steel applications. Explore other solutions designed to ensure high performance and safety in the Oil & Gas sector:

OIL & GAS SOLUTIONS >