Description
Pipeline Blockage & Obstruction Detection
iNPIPE PRODUCTS™ Acoustek connects directly into a live pipeline, injecting an acoustic pulse which is capable of detecting reductions in bore caused by debris build up or partially open/closed vales by measuring the reflected pulse. The system is ideally suited to verify the 100% closing efficiency of emergency shutdown valves (ESD) and can accurately detect and locate reductions with a range of up to 10km from the installation point.
Typical applications include:
- As a temporary installation to detect blockages, obstructions or other features in a pipeline
- As a permanent installation to continuously monitor a pipeline and detect changes such as the build-up of hydrate blockage or water deposit
- Confirmation of Valve Status (Open/Closed/Partially Closed)
- Capable of recording the duration for an ESDV to fully close and determine if it meets HSE regulations
- Location of stuck scraping tools and plugs
- Location of dents, hydrates and debris
- Determination of riser liquid level
Benefits of Acoustek
- Easy to deploy
- Continuous monitoring capability
- Suitable for complex pipeline networks
- Easy to integrate with existing pipeline equipment
- Remote surveying capability
- No requirement for additional support services such as ROV
- Only requires installation to one end of the pipeline
- Accurate location of blockages or obstructions to +/- 2.5m
- Pipeline surveys completed in just a few hours
- No disruption to gas flow or normal operations
