Breaking with tradition

摘要

Neil Johnston, Aubin, UK, introduces two non-traditional pigging technologies that bring significant benefits to the customer. The world doesn't stand still, even in pipeline pigging operations and materials. Pigging has been in existence for over 100 years, with first operations being the removal of deposits and to prove lines were clear of restriction. Today, the variety of different types of pigging operations has increased, yet many of the original pipeline challenges remain and there continues to be a reportedly high incidence of pipelines being in a vulnerable condition due to improper maintenance.