FAQ

How can I apply to work at Cobey?
You can apply to Cobey by sending your resume to careers@cobey.com, or complete an application (download HERE) and email it to careers@cobey.com or drop off at Cobey 1 Ship canal Parkway Buffalo, NY 14218.

Can Cobey include packaged-skid wiring to IEC code?
Yes, in fact Cobey has supplied many packaged skids and panels in compliance with various world-wide electrical standards, such as IEC, CSA, and SAA. Wiring methods include cable, cable glands and cable tray of various materials and colors as required by customer specifications. Cobey has the know-how and resources to complete your project to your specification, no matter where the installation.


Can Cobey provide paint to my specifications?
Yes, Cobey has provided packaged-equipment painting to a wide range of customer specifications and colors. We have both in-house and sub-contracted painting facilities that allow us to handle your project coating needs.


Does Cobey have ASME certified welders and weld procedures?
Yes, all piping fabrication is performed by ASME certified welders using qualified procedures. Weld procedures and procedure qualification records are routinely submitted to customers for record, and welder qualifications are available for review upon request in our facilities.


Can Cobey provide PMI (Positive Material Identification) and other NDE (Non-Destructive Examination)?
Yes, PMI is provided by in-house inspectors using the Thermo-Niton XL800 X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer. All NDE procedures, operator qualifications, and instrument calibration records are available upon request. PMI scope varies depending on the customer requirements. COBEY has provided extensive PMI records and material traceability, including deposited weld metal. Other available NDE methods include: Ultrasonic (UT), Magnetic Particle (MT), Radiography (RT), Dye-Penetrant (PT), among others.


Can Cobey comply with country of origin requirements for piping, fittings, valves, etc.?
Yes, we have furnished materials sourced from specified regions on several projects. 
Click here for more on Origin of Material.
 


Commonly used acronyms

ANSI
American National Standards Institute
API
American Petroleum Institute
ASME
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ATEX
French Explosive Atmosphere Standards
CNG
Compressed Natural Gas
CRN
Canadian Registration Number
CSA
Canadian Standards Association
GOST
Russian State Standards
HP
Horsepower
IEC
International Electrotechnical Commission
ISO
International Organization for Standardization
MIG
Metal inert gas welding
NACE
National Association of Corrosion Engineers
NEC
National Electric Code
NEMA
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
OEM
Original Equipment Manufacturer
PED
Pressure Equipment Directive
PSIG
Pounds per square inch
TEMA
Tubular Exchanger Manufacturers Association
TIG
Tungsten inert gas welding

 
Cobey Inc is a global designer and manufacturer of customized modular lubrication-compression-conditioning packages for the oil & gas, power gen and air separation industries. Products include lube oil consoles, dry gas seal panels, high speed reciprocating compressors, water injection skids, rundown tanks and rotating equipment packages. Systems can be designed to customer specifications, industry and applicable ISO/API standards.