Hydraulic Grade Line Inspection
Ensure that ideal flow remains unhindered in your pipelines
How INGU Pipers® Conduct Hydraulic Grade Line Inspections
Tuberculation, a hard, rust-like deposit that accumulates primarily in cast-iron pipes, can cause long-term integrity issues, restricted flow, and discolored water. These issues may not be immediately noticeable due to the slow accumulation of corrosion that builds up with long-term use. Tuberculation can also increase water pumping costs and the distribution system’s pressure, while decreasing efficiency.
INGU’s Pipers® move with the flow through the pipeline and take 100 pressure measurements per second. Using this pressure data, Pipers® can create a detailed pressure profile for the entire pipeline.
The pressure profile consists of hydrostatic, pipeline, and operational pressure. By adjusting for hydrostatic and operational pressure, the hydraulic grade line can be determined and with that the level of build up in the pipeline.
Advantages of Using Pipers® for Hydraulic Gradeline Inspection
Tuberculation in water distribution pipelines is caused by corrosion, which creates rough mounds on the inside of the pipes. These mounds significantly increase resistance, which reduces water flow and pressure, and can lead to water discoloration. Tuberculation also increases pumping costs and, over time, can compromise the structural integrity of the pipes.
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Pinpoint areas to address
Pipers® create precise hydraulic grade lines that allow pipeline operators to clean effectively and address other pressure-related issues.
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Non-intrusive inspection
Pipers® do not require any modifications to your pipeline or interruptions of your pipeline operation, making the inspection process seamless and non-intrusive.
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Visualized insights
Inspection results can be presented in the INGU Interactive Pipeline Viewer, making it easier to locate and address any detected leaks.
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Comprehensive data analysis
Our AI-powered data analytics deliver precise and reliable results, transforming raw sensor data into meaningful insights for proactive maintenance.
Applications in High Consequence Areas
Leak detection is especially crucial in high consequence areas such as river crossings, road crossings, and pipelines passing through or under lakes or cities. In these sensitive environments, even minor leaks can lead to significant environmental damage and regulatory penalties. Pipers® provide the reliable and accurate detection needed to safeguard these areas. Their ability to pinpoint leaks ensures that repairs can be made quickly and efficiently, minimizing any potential impact. At INGU, we are committed to enhancing pipeline safety and reliability. By integrating advanced sensor technology with AI-driven analytics and user-friendly visualization tools, we provide pipeline operators with the insights they need to maintain the integrity of their infrastructure. Choose INGU’s Pipers® for a smarter, safer approach to leak detection.
What else can INGU Pipers® do?
Leak Detection
Pipers® record all sounds while moving with the flow through the pipeline making them sensitive to even the smallest leaks.
Air/Gas Pocket Detection
Pipers® use an acoustic sensor to identify the unique data signatures of air/gas pockets within the pipeline.
Confirmation of Containment
Pipers® inspect the pipeline under operational conditions, making them an ideal tool to confirm containment without disrupting operations.
Deposit Inspection
Pipers® take 100 pressure measurements per second while moving through the pipeline allowing for accurate deposit localization.
Hydraulic Grade Line Inspection
Pipers® continuously measure the pressure providing a highly detailed method for determining the hydraulic grade line.
Magnetic Inspection
Pipers® serve as an in-between solution between hydrostatic testing and conventional in-line inspection tools (i.e. smart pigs), helping operators keep their pipelines safe.
Magnetic Feature Detection
Pipers® measure the magnetic flux density in a pipeline allowing for the localization of any metallic fittings and casings in a non-metallic pipeline.
Hot Tap Detection
Hot taps, particularly illegal ones, pose significant risks to pipeline integrity, safety, and operational efficiency.
Bend Detection
When combined with off-the-shelf cleaning pigs, Pipers® provide the bend angle, radius, and direction.
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Ensure Pipeline Safety & Efficiency with INGU Pipers®
Trust INGU’s Pipers® for pipeline inspection under operational conditions, safeguarding your pipeline’s integrity and optimizing its performance.
INGU’s Pipers® in-line inspection solution offers an efficient and economic way to safeguard your pipeline’s integrity and fostering optimized performance. The Pipers® technology provides operators full insight in all pipeline assets under all conditions allowing them to make well informed decisions to keep their pipelines safe and efficient.