AMPO POYAM VALVES has successfully supplied a batch of highly engineered axial flow check valves for two major FPSO developments offshore Brazil, the P-84 (Atapu) and P-85 (Sépia) platforms. The deliveries support Petrobras’ ongoing offshore expansion in the Atapu and Sépia fields and form part of the production systems for two of the region’s most significant new floating units.
Each FPSO platform is designed with a daily oil production capacity of 225,000 barrels and a gas processing capacity of up to 10 million cubic metres per day, placing high demands on equipment reliability, safety and operational continuity in a challenging marine environment. The supply from AMPO POYAM VALVES consists of eight 20-inch axial flow check valves rated 150#, manufactured in Duplex material.
The valves have been installed downstream of critical pumps, where their primary role is to prevent reverse flow and protect pumping equipment from reverse pressure in the pipeline. This function is essential for maintaining safe and stable operations and for reducing the risk of unplanned downtime in offshore production systems.
All valves were certified by ABS, meeting stringent requirements for offshore installations and ensuring compliance with applicable marine standards. The certification further confirms that the valves are engineered and manufactured to perform under demanding offshore service conditions.
The client for the delivery is FRAMO (Norway), a long-standing AMPO partner that has previously sourced cast components from AMPO for pump systems. While technical specifications for the valves were set by the customer, FRAMO’s established relationship with AMPO and the history of successful cooperation between the companies played a key role in selecting AMPO POYAM VALVES as an alternative supplier for this project.
The delivery strengthens AMPO’s track record as a trusted supplier of advanced valve solutions for the energy sector, particularly for offshore applications where performance, durability and precision engineering are critical. The use of Duplex material provides enhanced strength and corrosion resistance in seawater environments, supporting long service life and reliable operation in harsh marine conditions and reinforcing AMPO’s commitment to engineered solutions built for demanding industrial performance.
