Ensuring Safety and Reliability in Cross-Country Pipelines, Transfer and Spur Lines Network: Introduction: Pipeline integrity management is a critical aspect of maintaining the safety, reliability, and operational efficiency of pipelines network. Companies such as ADNOC and Saudi Aramco adhere to rigorous international standards, including API 1160, ASME B 31.4, ASME B 31G, and API 5L, […]
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Introduction Oil and gas pipelines serve as critical infrastructure for transporting hydrocarbons safely and efficiently. Ensuring their integrity requires a comprehensive maintenance strategy encompassing preventive, predictive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance. This guide explores key maintenance strategies, inspection and monitoring techniques, and industry best practices aligned with API, ASME, ASNT, ASTM, and DNV standards. The role
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Hot tapping involves the process of welding a branch fitting onto piping or equipment that remains in service, followed by creating an opening in the piping or equipment by drilling or cutting through the material within the attached fitting. ✅ Thickness measurements from ultrasonic examination reports✅ Lamination checks.✅ Hot Tap Procedure.✅ Detailed welding procedures.✅ Detailed
Introduction Sleeve welding is a widely used method for reinforcing and repairing pipelines, ensuring their integrity and longevity. Compliance with ASME PCC-2 (Repair of Pressure Equipment and Piping) is crucial to achieving safe and effective repairs. This article explores sleeve welding as per ASME PCC-2, its benefits, welding procedures, and best practices to ensure pipeline
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Oil pipelines are vital for transporting crude oil and refined products over long distances. However, they are susceptible to various damages, including corrosion, mechanical defects, and environmental factors. Effective pipeline repair methods are crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and preventing environmental hazards. This article explores the most reliable oil pipeline repair techniques used in the
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Pipeline engineering has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past century, shaped by advancements in materials, design methodologies, inspection techniques, and regulatory frameworks. The evolution of industry codes and standards such as API, ASME, ASNT, ASTM, NACE, and ISO has played a crucial role in ensuring safer, more efficient, and sustainable pipeline systems. This blog
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