Redefining the Standards of Gas Pipeline Inspections - ART Scan

Gas pipeline inspections pose significant challenges, particularly with long-distance, multidiameter pipelines, and those with varying wall thicknesses and complex internal features.

Traditional inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… methods use magnetic fields and struggle with depth sizing accuracyThe accuracy with which an anomaly dimension or characteristic is reported. of metal lossRefers to the reduction in material thickness or cross-sectional area of a pipe due to corrosion, erosion, or other forms of degradation. features, specifically when dealing with higher speeds and higher wall thickness.

Ensuring the integrityThe capability of a pipeline to perform its intended function safely and reliably throughout its life. It includes a range of factors, including the structural … and safety of these pipelines necessitates advanced inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… technologies that can deliver precise measurements and navigate the complex pipeline architecture.

The adoption of Acoustic Resonance TechnologyAn inspection technology that utilizes sound waves or acoustic signals to detect, monitor, and analyze the condition of pipelines. ART involves the application … has transformed the inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… of gas pipelines, addressed critical challenges, and delivered enhanced accuracy, reliability, and efficiency. The success of ART Scan in a wide range of applications demonstrates its value as a key technology for the inline inspectionA method used to assess the the integrity and condition of pipelines. It involves the use of specialized tools that are inserted into the pipeline and propelled… of gas and liquid pipelines, contributing significantly to the safety and integrityThe capability of a pipeline to perform its intended function safely and reliably throughout its life. It includes a range of factors, including the structural … of pipeline operations worldwide. The deployment in over 15,000 km (~10,000 miles) of gas and liquid pipelines globally has yielded impressive results:

• The precise measurement capabilities of ART Scan has enhanced the ability to detectTo sense or obtain a measurable indication from a feature. and analyze complex corrosionThe deterioration or degradation of a pipeline caused by chemical or electrochemical reactions with its environment. Corrosion is a significant concern as it ca… features, dents, manufacturing features, laminations, buckles, and other defects, leading to improved pipeline safety and reliability.

• The operational envelope allows inline inspections of heavy wall gas pipelines at regular operating flows, avoiding production losses and significantly increasing the efficiency of pipeline inspections.

• ART has demonstrated the ability to detectTo sense or obtain a measurable indication from a feature. and characterizeTo assign characteristics to a pipeline anomaly or feature based on its classification. mid-wall features like laminations, which are critical for assessing pipeline integrityThe capability of a pipeline to perform its intended function safely and reliably throughout its life. It includes a range of factors, including the structural …, especially for emerging fuels.

• ART’s adaptability to various pipeline conditions and media has made it a preferred choice for challenging pipeline inspections.