Pipeline Integrity Management, In-service Inspection, Non-destructive ILI Validation and Defect Evaluation

Presented by

Michael Magerkurth, Riccardelli Consulting Services, Singapore PAUT/PLI UT Examiner Business Development Manager, Pipeline/Petrochem Technical Advisor
Co-Authors:

Sean Riccardelli, PLI Inspector and ASNT NDE Level III Jeffrey Browning, PAUT Data Analyst

For 30+ years Michael Magerkurth has applied non-destructive/technical skills to Pipeline/Vessel Integrity, Petrochem (on and offshore), Wind Power/Structural members (Corps of Engineers Projects, QC/QA), and Military. He has inspected advanced aviation systems, managed and developed/evolved technical devices, inspected/maintained assets (and associated technicians), trained/taught and innovated. Experienced in Piping/Pipeline(above ground and buried systems), Tanks/Pressurized Vessels, Process Piping, On and Offshore Structural facilities. Associated with IRATA, University of Ultrasonics (certified in Ultrasonic Flaw Detection/Sizing both in manual and Phased Array UT systems).
Background: Michael Magerkurth preparing for Phased Array examination of Drum Head, via Rope Access..

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In the context of pipeline operations, the term "integrity" means that a pipeline system is of sound and unimpaired condition and can safely carry out its function under the conditions and parameters for which it was designed.

"Integrity management" encompasses the many activities pipeline operators must undertake to ensure the integrity of their pipeline systems.

Specifies how pipeline operators must identify, prioritize, assess, evaluate, repair and validate the integrity of transmission pipelines that could, in the event of a leak or failure, affect High Consequence Areas. HCAs include certain population areas or critical transportation routes; areas containing drinking water and ecological resources that are unusually sensitive to environmental damage; and commercially navigable waterways.

B. Integrity Assessment Results Review C. Remedial Action D. Risk Analysis, Preventive and Mitigation Measures, Continual Process of Evaluation and Assessment

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

DELIVERING RESULTS

A. Identification of Pipeline Segments, High Consequence Areas, and Baseline Assessment Plan

A. Hydrostatic Testing B. Indirect Assessment

Pipeline operators use a variety of ILI tools to assess the integrity of their pipelines: - Corrosion and Metal Loss In-Line Inspection Tool - Dent and Deformation In-Line Inspection Tool

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

DELIVERING RESULTS

A. ILI Tool Validation validating the accuracy of ILI tool calls provides verification of results and confidence in the integrity of the ILI examination process. B. In-Ditch Anomaly Evaluation Based on their criteria, the Pipeline Operator determines what features require further evaluation, typically with NDE.

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

Several NDE methods used to assess pipeline condition or an identified defect anomaly First Verify ILI feature calls 1. location 2. orientation 3. dimension Characterize feature call.
i.e. ID Crack, OD Crack, Corrosion, etc.
Phased Array B-Scan image of SCC Colony

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

DELIVERING RESULTS

Analysis software allows for highly technical data analysts, experienced in phased array imaging, to review and report data from a remote location. This is all possible, while at the same time, progress continues by trained data acquisition teams collecting scan files.

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

 Single Angle / Single Beam One Presentation / A-Scan Lightweight Small / Portable Small Probe Footprint Long battery Life / Low Power Use Difficult to Interpret Easy to Calibrate Specific Orientation of defects

Shearwave:

Multi angle and Straight Beam Multiple examinations at the same time Pitch and catch/TOFd Possible Multi display A-, B-, C-, D- and S- Scans Remote to work site analysis Easier to interpret Portable and long productivity possible Many peripheral adaptations Detailed coverage over large areas Vast uses and applications / flexible in Lieu for Radiography possible Flexible storage and analysis options Review abilityscreen shots or data Flexibility of examination possibilities Requires much training, but easier to interpret

Phased Array:

X-Ray:

Two dimensional grayscale images Accepted standard of inspection Many people interpret film Intrinsically a danger to life / health Every aspect of inspection highly regulated transport / storage / exposure Image normal to radiation source Can perform inspection through insulation and surface corrosion Poor POD for cracks perpendicular to the surface: possible failure mode May reject good welds/2D image

3 dimensional information imaged in several views A-, B-, C-, D- and S- Scans Rapidly becoming accepted Intrinsically 100% safe Imaging from all sides - If access to scanning surface allows No special regulations for performing inspection Must be clean and relatively good surface to inspect Very high POD for all cracks and planar flaws Provides more and often more accurate data

Phased Array:

Sean Riccardelli

sean.riccardelli@rcsnde.com Mobile: +1 (801) 401-7129

Michael Magerkurth

michael.magerkurth@rcsnde.com Mobile: +1 (360) 421-2806