Pigging and inspection news
The end of radiographic film for pipe inspection?
Norman Stapelberg, Silveray, makes the case for how flexible digital X-ray technology is set to transform pipeline inspection.
iNPIPE PRODUCTS announces launch of new blockage detection and valve performance product
The new pipeline blockage and leakage detection product uses acoustic reflectometry technology to detect blockages, obstructions or leaks.
Richard Williamson buys Tulsa facility built by his pipeline industry pioneer grandfather
Richard Williamson buys Tulsa facility built by pipeline industry pioneer, grandfather Truman D. Williamson Sr.
Pushing pig designs into the future
Dave Forster, Propipe, UK, describes taking an open approach to developing new pipeline pig designs and types.
Successful launching and receiving
Simon Bell, iNPIPE PRODUCTS, UK, describes the cassette arrangement, enabling multiple pigs to be loaded into a launching trap at any one time.
AGA and others recommend improvements to PHMSA proposed rule
AGA joint comments recommend improvements to PHMSA proposed rule.
ROSEN and Speir Hunter announce strategic partnership
ROSEN has entered into a strategic partnership with Speir Hunter.
FET supplies electric observation-class ROV to University
Sub-Atlantic Mohican ROV system equipped for inspection tasks, NDT, pipeline surveys, and more.
A new approach to safety and design of pig trap quick actuating closures
Pipeline operators must quickly launch and retrieve inline inspection (ILI) tools and cleaning pigs without compromising the safety of field personnel, damaging equipment or releasing hydrocarbons into the environment. A quick actuating closure (QAC) or quick opening closure (QOC) can provide the solution to these issues.
Closures that comply
Rolf Gunnar Lie and Neil McKnight, T.D. Williamson, discuss a new approach to the safety and design of pig trap quick actuating closures.