What is Pipeline Pigging?
Pipeline pigging is a non-invasive method of cleaning, inspecting, or maintaining a pipeline by sending a cylindrical device called a pig through it. Pigs are propelled through the pipeline by the product’s flow, such as oil, gas, or water.
Pipeline Pigging Procedure for Oil and Gas Pipelines
Pigging oil and gas pipelines is critical for maintenance and integrity management. It helps to improve flow efficiency, reduce pressure drop, extend the life of the pipeline, and improve safety. Flowmore offers services for pigging oil and gas pipelines. Here is the typical pipeline pigging procedure for oil and gas pipelines used by Flowmore.
The Pipeline Pigging Procedure
The pipeline pigging procedure typically involves the following steps:
Launching a Pipeline Pig
- Prepare the pig launcher: Ensure the pig launcher is properly sealed and that the pig is securely loaded inside.
- Pressurize the pipeline: This will help propel the pig through the pipeline.
- Open the pig launcher: The pig will be propelled into the pipeline by the pressure.
- Monitor the pig’s progress: Use a pig signaler to track the pig’s progress through the pipeline.
Receiving a Pipeline Pig
- Prepare the pig receiver: Ensure the pig receiver is properly sealed and pressurized.
- Open the bypass valve: This allows the product to flow around the pig receiver.
- Open the isolation valve: This allows the pig to enter the pig receiver.
- Monitor the pig’s progress: Use a pig signaler to track the pig’s progress through the pig receiver.
- Close the isolation valve: Once the pig has entered the pig receiver, close the isolation valve to prevent any product from leaking out.
- Close the bypass valve: This directs all product flow through the pig receiver.
- Open the vent valve and the drain valve: This depressurizes the pig receiver and allows the pig to be removed.
- Remove the pig from the pig receiver: Once the pig receiver has been depressurized, remove the pig.
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Why Choose Flowmore?
Flowmore has over 20 years of experience in the pipeline pigging industry, with a proven track record of completing projects on time and within budget. Our highly qualified team uses the latest technologies and equipment, constantly innovating to serve our clients better. Safety is our top priority, supported by a comprehensive safety program. We are responsive to client needs and dedicated to ensuring their satisfaction.
Contact Flowmore Today
If you are looking for a reliable and experienced pipeline-pigging company, then Flowmore is the right choice for you. Contact us today for industrial pipeline pigging services or to schedule a consultation.
