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N₂ Membrane System for Pipeline Pigging

Sep 21, 2026
N₂ Membrane or Liquid N₂ – Which One to Use for Offline Inspection?

N₂ Membrane or Liquid N₂ – Which One to Use for Offline Inspection?

N₂ Membrane or Liquid N₂ – Which One to Use for Offline Inspection?

Sep 19, 2026
Why a Liquid-Filled Pipeline Can Still Produce UT Data Loss

Why a Liquid-Filled Pipeline Can Still Produce UT Data Loss

Why a Liquid-Filled Pipeline Can Still Produce UT Data Loss

Sep 15, 2026

Pipeline Anomaly Categorization According to POF

Anomaly categorization is essential for interpreting ILI results and selecting the correct integrity-assessment method. Under POF 100, Anomaly should be described by their surface location, anomaly type, and dimensions.

Sep 3, 2026

The Magic Number: 20 Bar?

The Magic Number: 20 Bar?

Aug 27, 2026

Defect assessment

Defect assessment is the engineering process of evaluating a pipeline defect to determine whether it is acceptable for continued operation, requires monitoring, repair, pressure reduction, or immediate replacement.

Jul 21, 2026
API 1163 Level 2 Validation – Understanding Acceptance Criteria and Result Interpretation

API 1163 Level 2 Validation – Understanding Acceptance Criteria and Result Interpretation

Understanding Acceptance Criteria and Result Interpretation

Jun 3, 2026
API 1163 level 1 Validation

API 1163 level 1 Validation

Apr 26, 2026