Pipeline Integrity Assessment : Keeping Operations Safe and Reliable
In this blog post, we discussed how Nucleom‘s pipeline integrity assessment solutions leverage advanced technology and expert analysis to help clients maintain safe and reliable pipeline operations. We highlighted the benefits of our solutions, including minimizing downtime, and improving data/results accuracy. We shared a success story of a pipeline integrity assessment for a client with a corrosion/dent dig, which allowed to identify potential issues before they became critical, and ensuring safe and reliable pipeline operation. Learn how our inspection solutions can improve your operational efficiency by assessing your pipeline integrity.
Introduction
Pipelines are critical infrastructure, mainly for oil and gas and petrochemical industries. Ensuring their integrity is vital for safe and reliable operation, but traditional non-destructive inspection methods can be time-consuming and user-dependant. Nucleom offers advanced turnkey NDT solutions that combine cutting-edge technology and expert analysis to help clients minimize downtime and make informed decisions about their pipelines.
Success Story: Pipeline inspection on a corrosion/dent dig
Last fall, our team out of Montreal improved the efficiency and results accuracy of a pipeline inspection on a corrosion/dent dig, by combining the HandyScan Elite and Pipecheck program. We automated the detection, sizing, and evaluation analysis of external defects like corrosion and dents with the software. We also virtually straightened any bent/sagging piping via the program’s analysis process, providing a more efficient and accurate assessment of anomalies by demonstrating the deviation from nominal condition. By leveraging all these capabilities, we helped our client with its pigging tool verification process.
Complementary services
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a powerful tool that can complement pipeline integrity assessment solutions. By using FEA, engineers can simulate complex mechanical behaviors of pipeline components under various loading conditions, helping to identify potential defects and weaknesses in the pipeline system. FEA can also help evaluate the impact of external factors such as ground movement, temperature changes, and seismic events on pipeline integrity.
If you’re interested in learning more about our pipeline inspection solutions or would like to discuss your inspection needs, contact our sales team
WRITTEN BY ADAM PINARD, P. Eng.
Adam Pinard has been working in the NDE field for more than 5 years now. Over the last years, he became a specialist in metrology and 3D scanning by working for Creaform/Ametek. With his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and his previous experiences in 3D solutions, Adam has all that is needed to be a successful NDE Engineer and 3D scan Lead.
WRITTEN BY CÉSAR VITERI
César Viteri has been working in non-destructive testing for more than 5 years now. Over the past few years, he specialized in pipeline and mechanical integrity assessment. He previously worked for Acuren and Applus before joining Nucleom where he became a specialist in the petrochemical industry.
About us
Nucleom, a Canadian NDE company founded in the province of Quebec, has been extensively involved in non-destructive examination services in Canada and internationally since 2010. A combination of site experience and NDE tool design know-how gives Nucleom an in-depth perspective of on-site challenges for the NDE system operation. Nucleom’s expertise extends into areas of NDE tool development, tool integration and site inspection campaign execution. Nucleom now has offices in Quebec (Quebec City/Montreal), Ontario (Whitby/Kincardine) and Alberta (Edmonton).