Pipeline pigging specialist iNPIPE PRODUCTS is targeting further opportunities in the global desalination market after restoring flow rates by more than 50 per cent in two major seawater intake pipelines at a desalination facility in Southern Africa. The UK-based company progressively cleaned both 1.2m-diameter intake pipelines serving a major reverse osmosis seawater desalination facility. Flow …
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Pipeline Cleaning Pigs: Types, Applications and Selecting the Right Pig
Pipeline cleaning is an important part of maintaining efficient and reliable pipeline operation. Debris, deposits and product build-up can restrict flow and affect performance, while different pipelines can present very different cleaning challenges. Pipeline pigs are widely used for cleaning and other pipeline maintenance activities, but there is no single pig suitable for every application. …
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iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ awarded seventh consecutive RoSPA Gold Award
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ has been awarded the RoSPA Gold Medal Award for 2026, marking the company’s seventh consecutive Gold Award for its health and safety performance. The achievement reflects the company’s continued commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and wellbeing across all areas of the business. Simon Bell, Managing Director, said: “Receiving our …
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iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ Renews Constructionline Gold Membership
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ is pleased to confirm the renewal of its Constructionline Gold Membership. Maintaining recognised industry accreditations is about more than documentation. It requires well-managed systems, clear evidence and consistent standards across the business. Constructionline Gold Membership follows a structured external verification process, assessing supplier information against recognised pre-qualification requirements for public and private sector …
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Celebrating Apprenticeship Success at iNPIPE PRODUCTS™
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ is delighted to congratulate Alex Harrison, our Manual & CNC Machining Apprentice, who was awarded Engineering Apprentice of the Year at the Bishop Auckland College Awards Ceremony this week. Alex attends South West Durham Training, part of Bishop Auckland College Group, and the award recognises his hard work, commitment and continued progress throughout …
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From Routine Cleaning to Performance Based Pigging
Pigging is often viewed as a routine maintenance activity, but the way a pipeline responds over time can tell a much bigger story. In our recent article published in World Pipelines, “From Routine Cleaning to Performance Based Pigging”, Simon Bell discusses how inspection data, debris mapping and tool performance feedback can help operators make more …
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iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ exhibiting and presenting at EDS EuroMed 2026
Join us at EuroMed 2026 iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ will be exhibiting and presenting at EDS EuroMed 2026, bringing together our experience in pipeline pigging, cleaning, inspection and SMART Pigging solutions for the desalination and water reuse sector. 📅 Event dates: 22–25 June 2026 📍 Location: Pickalbatros Hotel Du Golf, Marrakech, Morocco 📌 Visit us: Stand A11 …
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Stores Person
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ is seeking a proactive Stores Person to join our team at our headquarters in Brompton-on-Swale. This important role supports inventory control, goods-in activity, material availability and stores operations within our manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will help ensure materials, tools and equipment are received, recorded, stored and issued accurately to support production, assembly, …
Polyurethane Processing Technician
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ is seeking a proactive Polyurethane Processing Technician to join our manufacturing team at our headquarters in Brompton-on-Swale. This role will support the production of specialist polyurethane and foam pigging products used across a wide range of pipeline applications. Polyurethane operator with commensurate experience in closed moulding of foams pigs in various densities and …
Manual Machinist
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ are looking to recruit a Manual Machinist to work within our team at our head office in Brompton on Swale. Main duties: The manufacture of parts/components and products to an acceptable quality standard adopting appropriate milling and turning techniques on manual machines Operation of manual lathes, milling machines and vertical borer Operation of …
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week at iNPIPE PRODUCTS™
This National Apprenticeship Week, we are proud to recognise the apprentices developing their careers across iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ at both our Headquarters and Aberdeen Service Centre. From hands-on engineering and machining to inspection, maintenance, field service and project management, each apprentice plays an important role in developing the future skills our industry depends on. In Aberdeen, …
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iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ Recognised at Darlington College Apprenticeship Awards
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ recently attended the Apprenticeship Awards at Darlington College, an event recognising the valuable contribution employers can make in supporting apprenticeship programmes and the students involved. Working in partnership with Darlington College, we continue to provide meaningful industry placements that help apprentices develop practical skills, confidence and long-term career opportunities within engineering. We are …
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We’re exhibiting at PPIM 2026 in Houston
In just one week, we will be exhibiting at the Pipeline Pigging & Integrity Management Conference & Exhibition (PPIM 2026). 📅 20–22 January 2026 📍 George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas 🔹 Booth 653 Join us as we showcase our pipeline pigging solutions and SMART inspection technologies, designed to support effective, reliable pipeline integrity …
Season’s Greetings | iNPIPE PRODUCTS™
As we approach the end of another busy year, we would like to thank our clients, partners and colleagues for their continued support. 2025 has been a year of collaboration, progress and projects delivered worldwide. From everyone at iNPIPE PRODUCTS™, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a safe, happy and successful New Year. Please note …
RoSPA Gold Award Certificate Arrives – Six Consecutive Wins for iNPIPE PRODUCTS™
In August, we proudly announced that iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ had once again achieved the RoSPA Gold Medal Award, marking six consecutive Gold Awards for health and safety excellence. We are now delighted to share that the official certificate has arrived, formally recognising this ongoing achievement. This milestone reinforces our continued commitment to protecting our people, our …
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Join Us at the PPSA Annual Seminar and Exhibition 2025
Each year, iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ proudly takes part in the Pigging Products and Services Association (PPSA) Annual Seminar and Exhibition and 2025 will be no exception. We’re pleased to confirm that our team will once again be attending and exhibiting at this leading industry event in Aberdeen. 📍 Location: Ardoe House Hotel and Spa, Aberdeen, Scotland …
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iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ Achieves 4-Star Achilles Sustainability Rating
We’re proud to announce that iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ has achieved a 4-Star Sustainability Rating from Achilles, with an impressive overall score of 78. The Achilles Sustainability Rating evaluates companies across four key pillars — Environmental, Social, Governance, and Financial performance — recognising organisations that demonstrate strong responsibility, transparency and resilience in their operations. This achievement reflects …
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Join Us at the Desalination Technology Expo 2025
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ is proud to exhibit at the Desalination Technology Expo 2025 in Valencia, where we’ll be showcasing our fully integrated pigging systems engineered for critical water and desalination infrastructure. With over 40 years of expertise, iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ delivers end-to-end pigging solutions — from launchers, receivers and custom-designed pigs to SMART pigging tools for inspection, …
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How Pigging Keeps Seawater Intake Pipelines Clean
How Pigging Keeps Seawater Intake Pipelines Clean Seawater intake pipelines are vital for desalination plants, but they face one persistent challenge: biofouling. Marine organisms such as barnacles, mussels and algae attach to pipe walls, restricting flow, increasing energy use and reducing water quality. Traditional cleaning methods often rely on chemicals, which can be costly and …
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iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ awarded RoSPA Gold Medal for sixth year
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ is proud to announce that it has been awarded the RoSPA Gold Medal (six consecutive Golds) Award for health and safety achievement. This recognition highlights our continued commitment to protecting our people, our clients, and the wider community, and reflects the dedication of the iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ team to achieving the highest standards in …
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