{"id":4883,"date":"2019-06-06T14:28:41","date_gmt":"2019-06-06T19:28:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inlineservicesnew.flywheelsites.com\/?p=4883"},"modified":"2020-07-23T15:22:49","modified_gmt":"2020-07-23T20:22:49","slug":"inline-launches-new-speed-control-cleaning-tool","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.inlineservices.com\/News\/inline-launches-new-speed-control-cleaning-tool\/","title":{"rendered":"Inline Services Successfully Launches New 1.5D Capable Speed Control Pig (SCP)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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June 1, 2019 | 8:00 AM CDT<\/p>\n

High velocity natural gas pipelines pose a unique challenge in terms of effective cleaning for corrosion mitigation purposes or pre ILI runs.\u00a0\u00a0 Studies show that the best cleaning occurs when the tool runs at approximately 8 mph ( 3.57 m\/s) allowing brushes and discs to do their job, where at speeds over 10 mph (4.47 m\/s) they can bypass the debris and liquids, proving ineffective.<\/p>\n

To meet this challenge, Inline Services has designed and manufactured a new series of Speed Control Cleaning Pigs (SCP) ranging from 30\u201d to 48\u201d.\u00a0 The SCPs onboard technology maintains optimal cleaning speeds of 6 to 10 mph within a gas flow velocity of up to 33 mph (14.75 m\/s)\u00a0 In addition, the SCPs IMU collects performance data that can be exported onsite.<\/p>\n

Inline\u2019s new SCP recently exceeded expectations during a run in 30\u201d and 36\u201d pipelines containing numerous 1.5D short radius bends.\u00a0 While the normal gas flow velocity was maintained, the tool averaged an ideal control speed of 7 mph (3.1 m\/s), allowing for both efficient cleaning and no interruption of gas delivery.\u00a0 In addition, the pig played an integral part in the effective use of chemicals and inhibitors, determining quantities spread, recovery and liquids balance within the pipeline.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Following each run, the IMU data was downloaded and analyzed onsite.\u00a0 In addition, the pigs were reconfigured on location with cups, discs, brushes, magnets and tracking transmitters to prepare for the next run.<\/p>\n

    For more information about this project, or to discuss how Inline Services can improve your Natural Gas Pipeline Integrity Program through dependable Speed Controlled Cleaning Pig (SCP) Tools and other pigging solutions contact one of our Pigging Experts at 888.973.0079<\/strong>, or use the “Ask An Expert!” form on this page to\u00a0contact us via email.<\/p>\n<\/div>