The Pipers® are equipped with various sensors, and can detect potential issues like leaks, air pockets, debris buildup, and changes in pipe size, type, or condition. This capability enhances the monitoring of pipeline integrity across various industries. A key feature of Pipers® is its ability to operate while pipelines are in service, eliminating the need for costly or avoidable shutdowns.
Its versatility allows it to assess pipelines of all diameters and materials, making it adaptable for diverse applications. By leveraging AI for data analysis, Pipers® not only identifies current issues but can also optimize maintenance schedules and potentially improve operational efficiency. This innovative tool ultimately enhances pipeline integrity management, leading to safer and more cost-effective practices.
Pipers® integrates seamlessly into your existing pipeline system, traveling through the pipeline to collect critical data. The AI-powered data analytics, together with experience data scientists, process this information, providing detailed insights that allow you to prioritize maintenance and repair actions. A GIS Pipeline viewer offers a visual representation of the pipeline’s condition, making it easy to identify and address issues.
To support a large-scale housing development in Mercer Island, Washington, the city retained an engineering consultant to model and assess flow capacity in a key section of their water distribution network. The focus was a 12-inch cast iron watermain that would serve as the primary feed for the new subdivision. However, hydraulic modeling and flow testing showed that the main was performing more like a 4-inch to 6-inch line—raising serious concerns about capacity shortfalls.
An Oregon city used SFE Global, together with INGU Pipers®, to detect leaks, air pockets, and debris in a 16-inch sewer force main. Results identified significant air pockets and debris causing a 16% capacity reduction in the pipeline.
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We begin with thorough consultations, understanding your unique needs and aligning with all stakeholders.
We work with you to create detailed designs and specifications, helping you craft winning proposals for municipal projects.
We execute the project with rigorous quality assurance and continuous monitoring, ensuring compliance with municipal standards and preventing costly failures.
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