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Inpipe Isolation Tools

Petracarbon - Petracarbon Inpipe Flange Weld Testers Oil And Gas 2

iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ specializes in pipeline pigging solutions, which are essential for maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of pipeline systems. We are offering a range of products designed for various pipeline operations, including cleaning, inspection, and maintenance.

 

Applications

  • Maintenance: Regular pigging helps maintain pipeline efficiency and extends the lifespan of the infrastructure.
  • Inspection: Advanced pigging tools with inspection capabilities can identify issues such as corrosion, cracks, or blockages.
  • Cleaning: Effective cleaning of pipelines ensures that product flow remains uninterrupted and efficient.

 

Advantages of Using iNPIPE PRODUCTS™

  • Expertise: Specialized knowledge in pipeline pigging ensures that solutions are tailored to specific needs and applications.
  • Quality: High-quality products designed for durability and effectiveness in harsh pipeline environments.
  • Innovation: Cutting-edge technology and ongoing development to meet the evolving demands of the pipeline industry.

Internal Flange Weld Testers

Essential tools for ensuring the integrity and quality of flange welds in pipeline systems.

Internal Flange Weld Testers Purpose: Designed to inspect the quality of welds on the internal surfaces of flanges. They are used to detect defects such as cracks, incomplete fusion, or porosity that could compromise the strength and safety of the weld.

External Flange Weld Testers Purpose: Focuses on the external surfaces of flange welds. They are used to evaluate welds from the outside of the flange and identify defects that could affect the performance and safety of the pipeline.

Flange and internal weld tester operational benefits

  • Products developed at client request, specified, and approved by all UKOOA operators and contractors
  • Reduced plant operation downtime and consequent revenue stream constraints
  • Reduced modification labor time
  • Accurate modification time scale as the overall scope of work is minimized
  • No requirement to flood and subsequently dewater the whole pipework system minimising time and consequent potential freeze damage
  • No requirement for full system hydro-testing of ‘mature’ pipework which can result in additional leakage problems
  • Fully certified client training on-site or factory training programs
  • All flange weld testers supplied complete with current hydro-test certificate and operational instructions
  • On-site technicians available for training, technical support, or tool installation and operation dependent upon client requirement
  • Note: Site based Risk Assessments should always be conducted and remain the responsibility of the hiring client together with the responsibility to ensure that operators are trained in the operation of the tools
  • Simple installation and operation simply explained within the Operation Manual
  • Easily installed and activated in a few minutes even in the larger sizes, designed with simple handling lugs for safe and easy handling
  • Designed with sensible radial clearance to cope with potential insertion clearance operational problems such as excessive weld penetration, ovality, or mineral deposits (please note: porous deposits will affect annulus pressurisation and may necessitate cleaning back to the steel substrate)
  • Specialized tools can accommodate elbow, tee, or extended actuation. Solid or inflatable Posi-seal™ options dependent upon rating and application
  • Suitable for most test mediums of gas or liquid depending upon the application
  • High-performance composite Posi-seal™ polyurethane seals ensure optimum expansion or relaxation. Additional ultra-low temperature composite Posi seal™ polyurethane grades are available upon technical specification
  • Robust design and construction ensure many years of trouble-free operation in the most difficult operational environments
  • Years of continuous product development have ensured trouble-free chimney venting designs to ensure operation in any required pipe work orientation including vertical, horizontal, or inclined

 

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Vertical Orientation

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Horizontal Orientation

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Vertical Upside Down Orientation

Orientation and location of the weld tester must be taken into consideration to ensure that all air is effectively bled from the cavity area. Venting chimneys are available to cover any test orientation required.

All weld testing equipment and plugs are available in mechanical and hydraulic options for tethered remote operation depending upon size, location, and actuation requirements. All products are supplied complete with full factory acceptance pressure test certificates which can be third-party witnessed (TPI) if required. Internal weld testers can be used in a number of options and orientations for testing butt welds to line pipe. Mechanical and hydraulic options provide for local or remote actuation through extended hoses.

Internal weld testers can also be used to test the effective sealing of flange-mounted ball valves. Depending upon application, testers can be purpose-manufactured to provide a specific length between the Posi-seals™. Flange weld testing can be achieved by either using the bespoke flange weld tester or by using an internal weld tester as illustrated. The weld is again located between the two Posi-seals and the weld is tested by pressure testing the cavity between the two energized seals.

 

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