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ILI Qualification: Enhancing Pipeline Safety and Data Integrity

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ILI Qualification: Enhancing Pipeline Safety and Data Integrity Importance of ILI In-line Inspection (ILI) remains pivotal in maintaining the safety and integrity of pipelines. By sensing, recording, analyzing, and reporting pipeline conditions, ILI provides valuable insights. However, ensuring its accuracy is crucial for reliable pipeline safety decisions. Challenges in ILI Correlation High concentrations of metal […]

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ILI Data Interpretation: Enhancing Pipeline Safety Through Informed Decision Making

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ILI Data Interpretation: Enhancing Pipeline Safety Through Informed Decision Making The Significance of ILI Interpretation Interpreting In-line Inspection (ILI) results is essential for determining the right course of action. Proper analysis helps prioritize interventions and resources, ensuring anomalies, especially those in challenging locations, are addressed appropriately. Key Anomaly Scenarios Addressed by Kiefner Denting and Metal

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ILI Correlation using CorroSure

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ILI Correlation using CorroSure Calculating Corrosion Growth Rates Using Consecutive ILI Results In-Line Inspections (ILI) are commonly implemented for the continued integrity management of pipelines, particularly in response to the ongoing threat of corrosion. The corrosion growth rate (CGR) plays an essential role in the optimization of re-inspection intervals. Our method of obtaining the CGR

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KAPA – B31G Tool for Pipe Assessment

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KAPA – B31G Tool for Pipe Assessment Introduction to KAPA “KAPA” stands for “Kiefner and Associates Pipe Assessment.” It is a powerful tool specifically designed to calculate the estimated failure pressure of pipelines affected by various types of defects, including blunt metal-loss defects and crack-like defects. Developed in accordance with published methodologies revered in the industry,

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Risk Assessment in Pipeline Integrity Management

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Risk Assessment in Pipeline Integrity Management Understanding Pipeline Failures To safeguard the environment, public, and assets, pipeline operators need a deep understanding of the root causes behind pipeline failures. Recognizing and mitigating these issues ensures longevity and significantly reduces risks associated with pipeline operations. Comprehensive risk assessment is a foundational pillar of effective pipeline integrity

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Statistical Analysis in Pipeline Integrity Management – Risk

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Statistical Analysis in Pipeline Integrity Management Significance of Statistical Understanding In today’s data-driven world, the capability to dissect vast amounts of information and discern patterns is paramount. Whether it’s a small sample or an expansive dataset, statistical analysis gives depth and clarity to our understanding, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Kiefner’s Proficiency in Statistical

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Geohazard Identification and Management

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Geohazard Identification and Management Overview & Importance Understanding and analyzing the ground beneath our feet is crucial for the safety, cost control, and success of engineering projects. Geohazard assessments, which evaluate potential geological and environmental threats, are indispensable. Undertaking these evaluations during the early stages of a project ensures potential challenges are swiftly identified and

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Asset Reliability and Integrity: Prioritizing Equipment Health and Operational Safety – Risk

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Asset Reliability and Integrity: Prioritizing Equipment Health and Operational Safety Ensuring Optimal Asset Integrity In accordance with the high standards and guidelines set forth by the American Petroleum Institute (API), Kiefner has honed numerous strategies focused on comprehensive asset integrity inspection. These include pressure vessel inspection, pipeline scrutiny, and examining above-ground storage tanks (AST). The

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Evaluating Equipment Integrity

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Evaluating Equipment Integrity for Safety and Efficiency Why Fitness-For-Service is Vital The integrity of equipment in industrial facilities is of paramount importance. The fallout from material failures and defects can range from unplanned shutdowns and permanent damages to hazardous accidents, not to mention the erosion of public trust. This underlines the critical need for comprehensive

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