“Intelligent Pigging” also referred to as “Smart Pigging” is an advanced robotic technique that propels a purpose-built pipeline integrity gauge (PIG) unit fitted with a variety of probes and sensors through a pipeline to detect and measure corrosion, metal loss, cracks, dents, deformations, etc.

In-line inspection (ILI) tools, referred to as intelligent pipeline integrity gauges (PIGs) or smart PIGs, carry a variety of sensors to inspect pipelines for internal and external corrosion, geometric deformation, lamination, cracks, and other defects.

How do ILI smart pigs help pipeline operators inspect pipelines? ILI smart pigs travel through a pipeline scanning and measuring a pipe’s walls looking for signs of dents, corrosion or cracking. Like diagnostic imaging at a doctor’s office, smart pigs can use magnetic resonance or ultrasonic waves to identify potential problems.

2020年7月30日 · Surface pitting and corrosion, cracks and weld defects in steel or ferrous pipelines are often detected using MFL pigs. Other smart pigs use electromagnetic acoustic transducers to detect pipe defects. Caliper pigs can measure the roundness of the pipeline to determine areas of crushing or other deformations.

2024年1月16日 · Intelligent pigging, often referred to as smart pigging, marks a significant advancement in the field of pipeline inspection and maintenance. This innovative approach uses sophisticated technology to conduct detailed internal Line Inspection (ILI) of pipelines, revolutionizing how operators monitor and maintain these critical infrastructures.

2023年3月1日 · Smart pigging inspects pipelines from the inside minimizing the risks of accidents and spills associated with more invasive, traditional techniques. This safer alternative also helps companies identify and address potential hazards more quickly before they …

2024年12月6日 · What is an Intelligent Pig? An intelligent pig, or pipeline inspection gauge (PIG), isn’t a cute farm animal. It’s a high-tech device, often resembling a torpedo, that’s inserted into a pipeline to inspect its interior. These mechanical marvels are used to detect corrosion, erosion, cracks, and other defects that could lead to pipeline failures.

2023年11月6日 · Explore the advanced smart pigging services offered by Hydrotech, designed to enhance the precision and reliability of your pipeline inspections. Utilize cutting-edge MFL technology for detailed internal diagnostics and safeguard your pipeline integrity with our state-of-the-art cleaning and inspection tools.

2023年5月12日 · Smart pigging technology has revolutionized pipeline inspection, allowing for more accurate and efficient detection of pipeline damage. By using magnetic fields and other inspection tools, intelligent pigs can detect even the smallest anomalies in the pipeline, allowing for timely repairs and maintenance.

In-line inspection tools, or “Smart Pigs,” are electronic tools that travel through pipelines using magnetic sensors to detect irregularities that may indicate corrosion, gouges, cracks or other defects. Using the Smart Pigs, we can identify anomalies and