Case Studies

Portobello-RMF are committed to creating and progressing solutions to individual engineering challenges and have a long-history of providing bespoke engineering solutions to specific challenges. The team at Portobello-RMF continue to push the boundaries of innovation within the plan processes industry

Our skilled workforce has crafted specialist plant process equipment to suit and fulfil a wide variety of demands and purposes. A selection of these projects have been included below as Case Studies. From pressure vessels to bespoke fabrications, the team at Portobello-RMF are the workforce that will progress an engineering plant process project from drawing board to high-quality product

Design and Fabrication of a Titanium Grade 2 Acid Wash Drum

Design and Fabrication of a Titanium Grade 2 Acid Wash Drum

Portobello-RMF proudly presents the successful execution the mechanical design, fabrication, and testing of a Titanium Grade 2 Acid Wash Drum. This project adds to our expertise in handling reactive metals and highlights our adaptability in overcoming logistical challenges, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Project Details  Our scope covered the entire project, from concept and design […]

Zirconium Grade 702 Reactor

Zirconium Grade 702 Reactor

Portobello-RMF proudly presents the successful completion of the mechanical design, fabrication, and testing of a Zirconium Grade 702 Reactor Vessel. This project further exemplifies our expertise and ongoing commitment to manufacturing equipment in reactive metals. Project Detail Our scope covered the entire project, from concept and design to the meticulous fabrication and rigorous testing of […]

Submarine Rescue Vehicle

Submarine Rescue Vehicle

Portobello-RMF proudly presents the successful fabrication and testing of a rescue submarine system. This project highlights our expertise and commitment to the defence and subsea industries, showcasing our ability to manufacture equipment that meets stringent specifications, even during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Project Details Our scope encompassed the fabrication and testing of the […]

Design and Fabrication of a Water Wash Drum

Design and Fabrication of a Water Wash Drum

Portobello-RMF proudly presents the successful completion the mechanical design, fabrication, and testing of a Water Wash Drum pressure vessel. This project exemplifies our unwavering commitment to precision engineering and our ability to overcome logistical challenges, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Project Details  Our scope covered the entire project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through […]

PFA Lined Carbon Steel Filter Vessel

PFA Lined Carbon Steel Filter Vessel

Portobello-RMF takes pride in presenting our successful completion of the mechanical design, fabrication, and testing of a Carbon Steel Filter Vessel equipped with a PFA lining. This project showcases our expertise in precision engineering and our ability to meet complex design and manufacturing challenges. Project Details Our scope extended to encompass the full project lifecycle, […]

Offset Cone and Damper Assembly

Offset Cone and Damper Assembly

Portobello-RMF is pleased to highlight the successful design, fabrication, and testing of the offset cone & damper assembly. This project not only demonstrates our engineering expertise but also our ability to meet critical delivery timelines while effectively managing complex stakeholder relationships. Project Details  Our scope encompassed the complete project lifecycle, from the initial concept and […]

Replacement of Air Dome Distributor

Replacement of Air Dome Distributor

Portobello-RMF is pleased to showcase our successful completion of the design, fabrication, and testing of a replacement air dome distributor along with a custom lifting beam. This project exemplifies our dedication to precision engineering and timely delivery, even in the face of unprecedented challenges. Project Details  Our scope encompassed the entire project, from conceptual design […]

Build of CRU Chloride Treater

Build of CRU Chloride Treater

Portobello-RMF is proud to present our successful execution of a CRU Chloride Treater vessel project, complete with platform and ladder installations, for one of our esteemed clients. This project exemplifies our commitment to quality, precision engineering, and meeting project timelines even under challenging circumstances. Project Details: Our team was tasked with the design, fabrication, and […]

Fabrication of 4 Off Kiln Barrels

Fabrication of 4 Off Kiln Barrels

Portobello-RMF undertook the bespoke fabrication of four Off Kiln Barrels to bespoke client specifications within the Nuclear industry. Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure equipment design and manufacture for items such as pressure vessels, heat exchanger and specialist equipment for all industrial applications. If you have a project in mind that you’d like to […]

Controlled Replacement of Vertical Column Replacement Section

Controlled Replacement of Vertical Column Replacement Section

Portobello-RMF fabricated a vertical vessel replacement section to specific, strict measurement requirements. Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure equipment design and manufacture for items such as pressure vessels, heat exchanger and specialist equipment for all industrial applications. If you have a bespoke fabrication project you would like us to take on, get in touch […]

Development Of Flash Vessel

Development Of Flash Vessel

Portobello-RMF undertook the mechanical design and assembly a Flash Vessel to bespoke client specification. Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure vessel design and heat exchanger design as well as bespoke fabrications, if you have a bespoke fabrication project for us, get in touch with the team. We look forward to hearing from you. Scope […]

Design and Build of Duplex Filter Vessels for Brackish Water Treatment

Design and Build of Duplex Filter Vessels for Brackish Water Treatment

Portobello-RMF worked on a high value project undergoing the mechanical design of 17 large water purification pressure vessels (3.8m dia x 13 m long). Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure vessel design and heat exchanger design as well as bespoke fabrications, if you have a bespoke fabrication project for us, get in touch with […]

Design and Build of Replacement Feed Super Heater

Design and Build of Replacement Feed Super Heater

Portobello-RMF developed the mechanical design, bespoke fabrication and assembly of a thick wall pressure envelope (65mm thick) weighing 66.5 tonnes. Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure vessel design and heat exchanger design as well as bespoke fabrications, if you have a bespoke fabrication project for us, get in touch with the team. We look […]

Manufacture of Submarine Pressure Hull

Manufacture of Submarine Pressure Hull

Portobello–RMF has undertook the mechanical design of a number of pressure hulls for subsea rescue, involving complex welding procedures to Lloyds Rules and the development of manufacturing procedures to suit materials of construction, such as Q1N, HY100 submarine standard steel. Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure vessel design and heat exchanger design as well […]

Design and Build of Electro Chlorination Process Skid

Design and Build of Electro Chlorination Process Skid

Portobello-RMF undertook full mechanical design responsibility for a major client to achieve a high-quality two tier skid fabrication across the range of materials used (Carbon Steel, Titanium Grade 2, Stainless Steel 316L and Duplex UNS S31803). Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure vessel design and heat exchanger design as well as bespoke fabrications, if […]

Design and Build of Gas Loop Heater

Design and Build of Gas Loop Heater

Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure equipment design and manufacture for items such as pressure vessels, heat exchanger and specialist equipment for all industrial applications. We would be more than happy to discuss your requirements for a bespoke fabrication project. Get in touch to speak to one of our highly skilled engineers by calling, […]

Replacement of Caustic Storage Drum

Replacement of Caustic Storage Drum

Portobello-RMF has manufactured a replacement 10 tonne pressure vessel, successfully delivering it on time for a project requiring an urgent turnaround. This was a huge project for us that we thoroughly enjoyed being involved in! Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure equipment design and manufacture for items such as pressure vessels, heat exchanger and […]

Replacement of Titanium Chloride Condenser

Replacement of Titanium Chloride Condenser

Portobello-RMF undertook the mechanical design and assembly of thick wall heat exchanger weighing 36 tonnes. Portobello-RMF are amongst the leaders in pressure vessel design and heat exchanger design as well as bespoke fabrications, if you have a bespoke fabrication project for us, get in touch with the team. We look forward to hearing from you. […]