Yellow Jacket® provides external protection for pipe used in the oil and gas and waterworks industries where moderate operating temperatures and good handling capabilities are required.

Yellow Jacket® consists of a continuous sheath of high density polyethylene extruded over a rubberized asphalt adhesive.

Corrosion, moisture, and soil resistance
Yellow Jacket®’s dual layer system of extruded polyethylene and rubberized asphalt adhesive provides a long term barrier to corrosion and moisture in various soil conditions. Pipeline engineers do not have to ensure that soil chemistry is consistent along the length of the pipeline allowing for the use of some native backfill to reduce overall project cost.

Handling and impact resistance
Yellow Jacket®’s tough high density polyethylene outer jacket is formulated to protect pipes up to 20”* in diameter from machinery handling in storage yards as well as installation on the right of way. The outer layer can be varied in thickness to offer greater mechanical protection in very rugged environments. As a result you can expect reduced manpower requirements during installation, a significant reduction in repair costs and inexpensive backfill can be used.

Low Temperature Flexibility
Yellow Jacket®’s excellent adhesion to the steel pipe allows for field bending in temperatures as low as -40°C while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance properties. Engineers now have more options when choosing pipeline locations and construction managers are not limited in scheduling installations.

Reliable coating technology with over 50 years of experience
Yellow Jacket® was first introduced in the pipe coating industry over 50 years ago. While undergoing constant improvement in material design and manufacturing methodology, Yellow Jacket® has continued to be one of the leading technologies for pipeline anti-corrosion protection. With this track record of performance, engineers feel confident that their pipelines are well protected.

*Larger diameters may be available - contact Shaw for special requirements.