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Welcome to Pipeline Engineering

As the Managing Director and a major shareholder in Pipeline Engineering I am committed to ensuring that we meet and fulfil the needs of our customers, our employees and our shareholders. To do this Pipeline Engineering will strive to be a global leader in the field of pipeline pigging and isolation by offering cost effective engineered and timely solutions to our customers worldwide. To make this happen and on behalf of Pipeline Engineering, I will ensure that: Our employees are trained to achieve the highest standards in the industry, as shown by our Investors in People award. Our representatives and agents are selected for their knowledge of our industry and are trained in all aspects of our business. Our design and manufacturing processes and procedures are continuously improved to maximize efficiencies and minimize costs. The most suitable materials are used in the provision of products and services. The highest levels of quality, safety and employee relations are maintained.

My ultimate aim is to provide a situation where our customers get the most cost-effective solution and our agents, employees and shareholders receive a fair reward for their contribution. With this in mind I believe we can all benefit from the success of Pipeline Engineering and I look forward to working with you to achieve these goals.

Willy Watson

Managing Director

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CONTENTS
1. Introduction ISO 9001 Certificate 2. Company Facilities 3. PE Omnithane Polyurethane 4. Pipeline pigs Chameleon pigs Omni Pigs Multi Diameter pigs Spares Spheres Foam pigs MOP pigs Impact logger 5. Pig Traps Sphere and Barred Tees Pig handling equipment Closures Signallers 6. Isolation Low Pressure: Gas bags Gas seal stopper Hyperbaric spheres Welding pig Hi-Friction Pig Medium Pressure: Compression plugs High Pressure Grip pipe plug High pressure piggable plugs Pipeline Recovery Tools 7. Hydro Testing Equipment Flange weld tester Internal joint tester Hire Services 8. Services & Maintenance

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Company Facilities
As developers and manufacturers of the unique Omnithane range of superior polyurethane elastomers, Pipeline Engineering (PE) can offer unrivalled performance in its range of pipeline solutions. Our range encompasses activities at every phase of pipeline activity. With our range of in-house specialist design facilities, a full range of pig traps, closures, signallers, tees, pigs, isolation and testing equipment can be produced. With a manufacturing facility that includes fabrication, machine shop, polyurethane manufacture and testing facilities, we can offer a project management package from start to finish. This ensures that the individual design and time schedules of your project are met.

We also offer a qualified team of on-site service personnel. Not only are they certified for offshore work, they are involved with the design, manufacture and testing of the equipment. This gives them a detailed understanding of the equipment.

In recognition of the quality demanded in the industry, PE is LRQA certified to ISO 9001 and has been approved by QUASCO.

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PIPELINE ENGINEERING CAN OFFER THE FOLLOWING SUPPORT AND FACILITIES: Fabrication - We are able to offer on site fabrication, welding with coded and qualified welders to ASME IX, BS 4870 & BS EN 288, metal forming and pressure test facilities.

Test Facilities - We have sufficient space to carryout hydrotest and functional tests. Test loops have been built for Statoil, JP Kenny & TotalFinaElf. The one shown includes 20 to 18 pipe change and 3D bends.

Other functional tests we have carried out include the 36 Pipeline Recovery Tool. This included functional test of the onboard activation and deactivation equipment, axial load test to 400 tonne and hydrotest to 100 Barg. Machine Shop - This incorporates computer controlled CNC machines, which are linked to our 3D CAD system, to ensure the most cost effective & accurate manufacturing process.

Polyurethane Manufacture Under the same roof we manufacture our own specially formulated polyurethanes, our range of Omnithane. Working closely with chemical manufacturers we have developed polyurethanes for use in the oil and gas industry. We also are able to offer an in-house test laboratory to ensure the properties of every batch of Omnithane.

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These test include: Hardness to ASTM D2240 Abrasion resistance to DIN 53516 Tensile Strength to BS903 Pt A 100% Modulus to BS903 Pt A2 Tear Strength to DIN 53515 Elongation at Break to BS903 Pt A2 This enables us to ensure that every batch of Omnithane meets the specifications of the individual project requirements. We also offer the only polyurethane computer controlled dispensing machine in the UK, used in the pigging industry. This is a 500kg capacity dispensing machine that can hold the base chemicals in a vacuum environment, under stringent temperature control. The dispensing machine will ensure that the correct ratio of liquid chemicals are mixed and held in close tolerance, to guarantee the cast polyurethane physical properties. Temperature and ratio are two of the key factors that must be controlled during the manufacturing process, to ensure the quality of the finished product. Design To back up our manufacturing facilities we have a highly skilled and experienced team of engineers. We have an 8 strong team that use the latest in 2D and 3D CAD systems. We have 6 ECS Concerto CAD networked computer systems and 3 ProEngineer stations. This system enables us to carryout finite element analysis.

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We also offer the facility, in conjunction with Teesside University, to produce a computer-generated model of your pipeline. This gives the ability to reproduce the line features and ensure the equipment will negotiate any features that maybe present.

Quality Control - All our manufacturing and design procedures are 9001:1994. Part 1 (ISO 9001) incorporates specifications for design / development, production and servicing. We are also a QUASCO member company. Onsite Services - In support of our complete product range we can offer an experienced team of on-site service engineers. These engineers are involved in the design and manufacturing process, giving them a detailed understanding of the equipment. Project Engineering We have over 29 years of experience in the pigging industry. We have an enormous amount of experience to draw upon. Our highly qualified engineers working together with experienced field personnel ensure a precise and practical solution to even the most demanding of requirements. This means you can be sure the multi-product package will be designed, manufactured, tested, commissioned and certified from a single source. As we have all the disciplines required meeting your requirements under one roof we have full control of the production to ensure your delivery requirements will be met.

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Polyurethane
Polyurethane Elastomers are manufactured from basic raw materials (Polyols, Isocyanates and Cross Linkers), which are supplied by the Chemical Processors. They arrive as thick pastes, which have to be warmed up to melt them to liquids, before mixing them in various ratios, then casting and curing to produce the finished elastomer. The base materials are carefully controlled by the suppliers, and arrive in a controlled condition. At PE, the materials are then kept in controlled (heated) conditions prior to use. While good quality base materials are essential, without controlled & correct processing of these materials, the final properties of the materials can be poor, with no cosmetic difference.

The trouble is that, poor elastomers can look exactly the same as perfect ones.

The raw materials need to be very carefully controlled in all during their processing life. The melting out period and temperature must be carefully controlled, the mix ratios must be formulated according to the specification of the raw materials, which may vary from batch to batch, the mould temperatures must be specific, and the post curing temperature and times, again, must be tightly controlled. There are also various types of polyurethane elastomer used in the Pigging Industry. Pipeline Engineering call them Standard, Super and Hyper Omnithane. The differences between them are as follows:

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Standard Omnithane is a good quality, polyester based, MDI Quasi polyurethane. For many years, Pipeline Engineering bought the raw materials from Hyperlast, and over the years have proved that, as a general purpose elastomer for pigging products, provided it is processed correctly, it is a quite acceptable. However, it has one major drawback in that when running in dry gas lines, usually with low volumes, the pig can accelerate periodically, creating friction and so melting of the polyurethane, sometimes from within the body of the elastomer. This is the result of hysterisis, and Pipeline Engineering have found different methods of overcoming this problem. One answer is to use Hyper Omnithane, (described below), that has a more constant Tan Delta curve than Standard Omnithane, and can withstand higher temperatures. However, this option is both expensive and sometimes not necessary for the application, so PE Investigated the problem and devised a new system, with a higher Resilience (resilience being one of the key aspects of controlling hysterisis). Following extensive testing, this new material, supplied by a company with a long track record with Pipeline Engineering, has been incorporated into PE's product as Standard Omnithane. Not only is its Resilience higher, but also its Tear Propagation Resistance, while other physical properties remain equal or slightly better than the old Hyperlast product.

Super Omnithane takes the physical properties one step further, especially in Tear Initiation, Tear Propagation and Wear Resistance. It was used on the Yacheng contract, the pigs running almost 800 kms in a dry line, without significant wear. It is also used in some High Differential Pigs, & dual diameter pigs due to its excellent tear resistance properties. However, it is notoriously difficult to process by hand casting methods, and extreme care over the whole process must be exercised to ensure that the final product is to specification. Like all polyurethane, the finished elastomer can look perfect, can give a shore A hardness figure within specification, but the other properties, unless processed correctly; can fall far short of specification. (For more on this subject see below).

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Hyper Omnithane is the very best polyurethane elastomer in the market for pigging applications. It is a TDI, Polyester based urethane, crosslinked with a special Amine, to a special formulation discovered by Pipeline Engineering some years ago. It has proved itself in many applications, notably in very difficult run conditions, (the Ekofisk 36 High Differential Pigs, which were sized to suit a pipe id of 915mm, but had to negotiate a reduction to 800mm, were made from Hyper Omnithane. They were run after other manufacturers cleaning pigs, to clean the line before the isolation train, and ran about 150kms in a dry line, bringing out tons and tons of debris. This, after the other cleaning pig runs! The actual High Differential Pigs were run as a train of 3 articulated units, and held 9 barg as a train, each articulated unit holding 3 bar). Having said all this, there is one key point to bear in mind as mentioned before, the polyurethane elastomer can look and feel perfectly OK, but the ONLY way to prove this fact is to run actual physical tests on the processed polyurethane, produced for the contract. It is not good enough to rely on the Chemical Manufacturers specification sheets, which give the optimum properties of the elastomer, when processed under completely controlled conditions, which many manufacturers do not constantly replicate in their workshop.
CONCLUSION

Purchasers buying polyurethane elastomers are somewhat in a difficult position they can issue a specification with the enquiry, which will be in line with the physical properties issued by the Chemical Suppliers, but the Purchasers do not know that what they are being given is to this specification. A Certificate of Conformity tells them nothing. To reiterate, the ONLY way to prove the specification of the finished product is to run physical tests on the elastomer actually produced for the contract. Pipeline Engineering has the facilities in house to do this. Samples of the elastomer are cast at the same time as the products, from PE's Computer Controlled Dispensing Equipment, and, following curing, are tested for properties in the laboratory. Only when the tests are passed can the product be released. This proves that the supplied product is to specification.

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Omnithane Data Sheet Typical Values

Property Hardness Tensile Strength Specification ASTM D2240 BS903 Pt A2 Units
Shore A

Type Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand Hyper Super Stand

MPa

100% Modulus 300% Modulus Elongation at Break

BS903 Pt A2 BS903 Pt A2 BS903 Pt A2

MPa MPa %

Tear Resistance Abrasion Loss

DIN 53515 DIN 53516

KN/m mg

70 hr @ 22C Compression Set 24 hr @ 70C

% %

Resilience

ASTM D2632

50 55 55 55 Notes: 1. Hyper, Super and Stand in the Type column refer to Hyper Omnithane, Super Omnithane and Standard Omnithane respectively. 2. All figures are approximate and are intended to show the general properties of the specified urethanes. 3. Super Omnithane is normally only available in 85 and 65 Shore A hardness. Special formulations can be made to achieve other hardnesses on request.

Hardness Range 90 85 80 60 60 56 50 34 36 36 6.6 4.5 4 4 7.5 6 5 11 7.2 5.5 10 15.5 12.5 10.5 700 700 800 550 480 480 500 60 56 55 50 55 45 40 53 59 43 45 55 45 40 22 21 20 21 21 18 19 46 46 45 46 40 45 45 30 32 32 40 40 45 48

75 52 34 3.6 4 5 85 >800 500 54 30 40 30 18 17 40 45 36

70 52 28 3.6 3 4.7 6 >800 500 54 25 38 30 15 15 36 45 38

65 45 35 25 3.1 2 3 4.5 4 6 >800 600 500 45 45 20 40 30 30 15 15 15 35 35 45 40 32 55

60 40 25 3 1.6 4.1 2.5 >800 500 40 16 45 35 12 12 30 45 40

55 35 20 2.7 1.4 3.9 2 >800 500 30 15 54 40 10 10 25 45 42

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The following tests are carried out on all uncontrolled chemical batches received in accordance with the specified standards. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Abrasion loss Tensile strength Elongation at break Modulus at 100% Modulus at 300% Tear strength (nicked). Hardness Rebound resilience DIN 53516. BS903 A2. BS903 A2. BS903 A2. BS903 A2. DIN 53515. ASTM 2240. ASTM 2632.

The following tests are taken at random in accordance with the specified standards: Compression stress/strain BS903 A4. Rubber to metal bond BS903 A21. Rubber to metal bond BS903 A40. Compression set BS903 A6. Any of the above tests at high temperature up to 25C.

Equipment
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Infrared extensometer. Hecket abrasion resistance measuring machine to DIN 53515. Resilience meter. NENE 3 KN tensile test machine, computer controlled. Environmental chamber 60C to +250C. Shore A and D hardness meters.

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CHAMELEON PIGS the ideal pig range to standardise on.

Reduce your stock levels Reduce your storage costs Reduce your delivery times

Due to its modular design the CHAMELEON range of pigs is ideal for an operating or contracting company to standardise on. By using standard CHAMELEON component parts, the user can build a variety of different types of pigs to suit unique pipeline applications, thereby substantially reducing stock levels, storage costs and delivery times important to help meet cost reduction targets in the oil & gas industry.

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With the CHAMELEON range, pigs will no longer be discarded at the end of a job but by simple changes can be rebuilt for another application on the same pipeline or alternatively for other lines of similar dimensions. Application of the CHAMELEON pig include: Gauging and commissioning (including dewatering and filling). Separation and batching Cleaning (including displacement, swabbing and line clearance)

CHAMELEON pigs are built up from the following standard components: Cups Discs Spacers Seals and supports Bumper noses Magnets Jetting heads Gauge plates Springs and brushes (circular and triangular) Scraper and plough blades Magnets

CHAMELEON pigs are fitted with Pipeline Engineerings superior Omnithane polyurethane cups and discs. Omnithane is available in three grades Standard, Super and Hyper each differing in their strength, wear and tear resistance and resilience to suit particular pipeline applications. The standard CHAMELEON pig is available in sizes 14 to 60 as a multibolt pig body. All CHAMELEON pigs are capable of negotiating 1.5D bend radius. CHAMELEON pigs have already been successfully supplied to a wide range of operators and contractors world-wide.

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CHAMELEON pigs can be adapted to fit a Pipeline Engineering Impact Logger, an innovative electronic device capable of enhancing the traditional gauging pig and locating intrusions in the pipeline. The pigs can also be made to accommodate a range of acoustic and electromagnetic pingers available from leading manufacturers.

For further information on the CHAMELEON range of pipeline pigs please contact the Pipeline Engineering sales team or one of our international agents. Product data sheets with weights and dimensions are available on our web site at www.pipelineengineering.co.uk Pipeline Engineering, Gatherley Road, Catterick Bridge, Richmond, North Yorkshire, UK Tel: +44 (0)1748 818341 Fax: +44 (0)1748 818039 Email: [email protected]

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PE Single Bolt Uni-Directional Pigs

Batching SS 90-4 - For use as a product interface, and for the evacuation of liquid from pipelines of 2 to 12 diameter. Will negotiate full diameter tees, ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D. SF4 - PE flexible pigs have been designed for
use in multi-bend pipelines, primarily for separation and batching. With all external parts made from polyurethane they are highly suitable for use in internally coated pipelines. Will negotiate full diameter tees and ball valves. All pigs will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Sizes range from 2 to 12

Gauging SG-2 - For pre-commissioning of pipelines to

ensure there is no excessive weld penetration and for the removal of construction debris from the pipeline. Will negotiate full diameter tees and ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D. Gauging plate available in aluminum or steel and machined to customer requirements, usually between 90% and 95% of the internal pipe diameter.

Cleaning RCN - For the pre-commissioning of relatively short

pipelines of 3 to 12 diameter. RCN cleaning pigs will negotiate ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D. Two circular brushes of either carbon or stainless steel trim are fitted.

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PE Single Bolt Bi-Directional Pigs

Batching SLB-6 - For bi-directional, separation and batching of products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties. SLB-6 pigs made of a single bolt construction. Will negotiate ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D.

SLIK-S - For short to medium-run, bi-directional, separation and batching products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties PE Slik-S pigs are manufactured from a solid, single cast Omnithane polyurethane construction. The disc configuration of 4 x sealing and 2 x support discs are cast in one go to give unrivalled sealing and cleaning action, while being able to negotiate short radius bends. The Slik-S pigs due to the flexibility of the solid Omnithane polyurethane body will negotiate short radius bend as low as 1.5D, even in 2 pipe size. Ideally suited for deployment in risers and umbilicals where care of the system is a priority Gauging SLG-6 - For bi-directional, pre-commissioning duties.
Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. SLG-6 pigs made of a single bolt construction. Will negotiate ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D. Gauging plate available in aluminium of steel and machined to customer requirements, usually between 90% and 95% of the internal pipe diameter.

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Cleaning SLM-6 - For removal of deposits from pipeline walls.

Ideal for bi-directional pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. SLM-6 pigs made of a single bolt construction. Centre spacer fitted with magnets. Will negotiate ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D.

SLC-4 - For bi-directional removal of

construction debris, liquid evacuation and product separation and batching. SLC-4 pigs made of a single bolt construction. Fitted with circular stainless steel brushes and by-pass port optional to prevent build up of deposits in front of the pig. Will negotiate ball valves. Pig sizes of 8 to 12 will negotiate bends of 1.5D. Smaller sizes require 3D.

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PE Chameleon Uni-Directional Pigs (2 cup)

Batching C2C - For short-run, separation and batching products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Gauging C2CG - For short-run pre-commissioning

duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Cleaning C2CCS - For short-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 14 to 56.

C2CM - For short-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 10 to 56.

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PE Chameleon Uni-Directional Pigs (3 cup)

Batching C3C - For medium-run separation and batching products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties. Sizes available from 6 to 56. Gauging C3CG - For medium-run pre-commissioning
duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Cleaning C3CCS - For medium-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 14 to 56.

C3CM - For medium-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 10 to 56.

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PE Chameleon Uni-Directional Pigs (4 cup)

Batching C4C - For long-run removal of construction debris, liquid evacuation and product separation and batching. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Gauging C4CG - For long-run pre-commissioning

duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Cleaning C4CCS - For long-run removal of deposits

from pipeline walls. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 14 to 56.

C4CM - For long-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 10 to 56.

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PE Chameleon Bi-Directional Pigs (Standard)

Batching CB-4 - For short-run, bi-directional, separation and batching of products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

CB-6 - For medium-run, bi-directional, separation and batching of products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Gauging CG-4 - For short-run, bi-directional,

Pre-commissioning duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

CG6 - For medium-run, bi-directional, pre-commissioning duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

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Cleaning CC-4 - For short to medium-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls, bi-directional. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 6 to 16.

CCS-6 - For medium and long-run removal

of deposits from pipeline walls, bi-directional. Ideal for pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 16 to 56.

CM-6 - For medium-run removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for bi-directional pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 10 to 56.

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PE Chameleon Bi-Directional Pigs (High Seal)

Batching CHS-8 - For high-seal separation and
batching of products in an operational pipeline. Also useful for flooding and dewatering where maximum efficiency is required. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Gauging CHSG-8 - For high-seal, bi-directional,

pre-commissioning duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Cleaning CHSM-8 - For high-seal removal of deposits from pipeline walls. Ideal for high-seal, bi-directional, pre-commissioning and operational cleaning. Sizes available from 10 to 56.

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PE Chameleon Bi-Directional Pigs (Long Run)

Batching CHB-8 - For long-run separation and
batching of products in a pipeline. Also useful for displacement, swabbing and line clearance duties. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

Gauging CHBG-8 - For long run, bi-directional, Pre-commissioning duties. Used to prove minimum internal pipeline diameter and removal of construction debris. Sizes available from 6 to 56.

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Omni Cup Pigs

General function and application: The PE Omni Cup pig range has been designed for long distance lines and for those with significant ID variations. The conical shape of the cup allows for considerable wear whilst maintaining an excellent seal and for good flexibility to negotiate ID reductions. Omni Cup pigs are available from sizes 16 to 56 with 2,3 or 4 cup configurations depending upon application. Omni Cup Separation & Batching: Used in operational duties, the Omni Cup Separation & Batching pig is used for separating and batching products. It is also useful for displacement, swabbing and line cleaning duties. Omni Cup Gauge: Used in pre-commissioning duties, the Omni Cup Gauge pig is used for proving the roundness of pipelines, for removing construction debris and for identifying excessive weld penetration. The pigs are fitted with an aluminum gauge plate machined to customer requirements, usually between 90% and 95% of the pipe id. Omni Cup Cleaning: Used in pre-commissioning and operational duties, the Omni Cup Cleaning pig is used for removal of Rust, parafin wax and scale when fitted with spring mounted steel brushes. Soft waxy deposits when fitted with durable Omnithane plough blades. Ferrous debris when fitted with magnets.

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Multi Diameter Pigging

The ability to pig Dual and Multidiameter pipelines offers the operator huge potential savings on piping costs and enables a growing number of offshore marginal fields to be exploited. The technique also allows use of smaller diameter risers for deep-sea projects. Pipeline Engineering and Supply have developed a new Dual Diameter pig which is both cost effective and yet highly efficient for pre-commissioning, routine operations, pre-inspection cleaning and towing an inspection pig even with high drag. This development has pushed the boundaries of what is safely feasible in such technology and allows the operators more flexibility in the design of their pipeline. A fundamental requirement for a pig that must traverse more than one pipe size is that it must have seals that will provide the necessary drive in each size. Pipeline Engineerings pig can provide this.

Dual Diameter pig designed to negotiate Wye assemblies

The pig development allows changes in line size currently estimated at up to 60% increase. Typical diameters which can be address are 10 x 16, or 28 x 42 for example.

The pigs design and development will be a bespoke product for each application all pipelines are different - and Pipeline Engineering can provide advice, analysis and feasibility on the application as well as design, manufacture and testing. Currently all dual and multidiameter pigs of this step changes should be tested for conformity, but the current trend is to see them as standard products, thus making pushing large pigs through small pipelines childs play!

Inspection tool towing pig

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Pig Spares

Pipeline Engineering manufactures replacement parts for all of its own pigs, as well as pigs supplied by other manufacturers. These parts include: Cups Discs Bumper noses Scraper blades Spacer discs Springs Brushes Metal bodies

Replacement cups, discs, bumper noses, blades and spacer discs are made from PEs own formulation Omnithane available in 3 grades standard, super and hyper depending upon application. These polyurethanes are compatible with most products which are transported through pipeline systems including crude oil, refined products, natural gas, LPG, LNG, ethylene, chemicals, effluents and vegetable oils. Springs and brushes are available in carbon steel or stainless steel. Application and operation PEs replacement cups and discs are of proven design and have been used for many years in a variety of pigging operations. They are suitable for fitting to all types of pigs used in both pre-commissioning and service operations including gauging, cleaning and separation. Configurations and sizes Cups and discs can be manufactured to suit any pipe ID and can have the centre hole and bolt-holes drilled to suit the customers requirements.

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Pipeline Spheres
PEs range of solid and inflatable spheres is used for product separation, liquid evacuation and in meter provers. They are particularly useful as an interface between different grades of product in automatic or remote systems where the spheres are launched under computer control.

Manufacture PE spheres are moulded as a single seamless unit and cast in Omnithane. Spheres are manufactured in a hardness range of 45 to 85 Shore A, determined by the application and internal finish of the pipeline. Inflatable spheres incorporate an integrated schrader valve(s) moulded into the wall of the sphere. The valves are easily removed and replaced. A sealing cap can be fitted to the valve housing prevents ingress of line pressure into the sphere.

Traverse
Spheres can be used in unidirectional or bi-directional pipelines and will pass most full bore fittings except gate valves. Where the side branch on tees is greater than 25% of the pipeline diameter, the use of PEs Sphere Flow Tees is recommended.

Configurations
Solid spheres are available in standard sizes between 1 and 8, and inflatable spheres from 3 to 48. Spheres can be weighted or have magnets embedded and are available in FDA approved polyurethane for food industry and in potable water systems.

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FOAM PIGS (PE-KNAPP)

Type HPB (HydroPig Bare) HPCC (HydroPig Criss Cross) HPSC (HydroPig Criss Cross Silicon Carbide) HPSS (HydroPig Spiral) HPWB (HydroPig Wire Brush) RB (Red Series Bare) RCC (Red Series Criss Cross) RWB (Red Series Criss Cross Wire Brush) RSC (Red Series Criss Cross Silicon Carbide) RSS (Red Series Spiral) CB (Crimson Series Bare) CCC (Crimson Series Criss Cross) CSS (Crimson Series Spiral) CWB (Crimson Series Criss Cross Wire Brush) CSC (Crimson Criss Cross Silicon Carbide) Style Density Light (1-2lb/cubic foot) Light (1-2lb/cubic foot) Light (1-2lb/cubic foot) Light (1-2lb/cubic foot) Light (1-2lb/cubic foot) Medium (5-8lb/cubic foot) Medium (5-8lb/cubic foot) Medium (5-8lb/cubic foot) Medium (5-8lb/cubic foot)

Medium (5-8lb/cubic foot) Heavy (8-10lb/cubic foot) Heavy (8-10lb/cubic foot) Heavy (8-10lb/cubic foot) Heavy (8-10lb/cubic foot)

Heavy (8-10lb/cubic foot)

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General function and application: For liquid removal, swabbing, drying, product separation and many cleaning duties. They are specifically suited to pipelines and piping systems with very tight radius or mitred bends, and where significant reductions in internal diameter exist. Foam pig sizes
HPB HPCC, HPSS, HPSC, HPWB RB, RCC, RSS, RSC, RWB CB, CCC, CSS, CSC, CWB Oversized between 1 - 2 of the pipe od Oversized between 1% - 2% of the pipe id. Oversized between 2% - 5% of the pipe id. Oversized between 2% - 5% of the pipe id.

Foam pig dimensions Light density foams have an overall length of 1.5 times the nominal diameter and a sealing length of 1.25 times the nominal diameter. Medium and heavy density foams have an overall length of 2 times the nominal diameter and a sealing length of 1.5 times the nominal diameter. Foam pig options Foam pigs can be adapted in the following ways: Gauge plate(s) Extra long Transmitter cavity Jetting hole Tow and lifting loops Magnet insert Double dish (bi-directional) Spring insert Double nose (bi-directional) Feed pipe for gas injection Extra short Studs

Micro-Cellular Omnithane Pig (MOP)

Pipeline Engineering has developed the Microcellular Omnithane Pig (MOP) for commissioning and separation duties in multi-diameter pipelines. Unlike conventional pigs made from polyurethane foam, the MOP does not have a tendency to collapse under high pressure, crumple or fold. The MOP is constructed from a special type of microcellular Omnithane, which has exhibited physical properties far in excess of the standard foam formulations. This provides greater wear resistance so that one MOP can replace many traditional foam pigs, and when its edges are coated with a solid elastomer polyurethane it works extremely well as a separator. The MOP has been designed to be capable of deforming up to a ratio of 3:2, allowing them to be used in pipelines with significant diameter changes such as 12 to 8. The MOP is available from 2 to 48 , larger sizes available upon request.

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Pressure Vessels from Pipeline Engineering

Pig Traps
Pipeline Engineering design, manufacture and supply a range of pigs and pigging equipment to the worldwide oil and gas industry. To fully meet the needs and requirements of our customers, we have established a specialist Pressure Vessel Engineering Department solely dedicated to the design, fabrication and testing of pig launcher/receivers and associated pressure vessels. The department is staffed by experienced and skilled engineers, capable of working to all international pipeline and vessel design codes, including ASME VIII; ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 and BS 5500. Our engineers employ sound project management techniques and quality control procedures. They also maintain regular contact with the customer to ensure the best solution is attained and all parties remain fully informed.

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To complement the Pressure Vessel Engineering Department, the company has its own onsite machining, fabrication and testing facilities. We believe this helps us to maintain control over quality and flexibility in delivery. PE offer a range of pressure vessel products: Pig (scraper) launcher/receivers (including subsea) Quick-opening end closures Sphere flow tees Barred tees Gas separators Pressure reduction/valve manifold systems

Products are available as one-off stand-alone or in multiple units. We can also provide complete skid mounted packaged units that include actuated valves, instrumentation, pig signallers, control systems and the pigs required for commissioning and production.

Over the years the company has built up an enviable reputation and its client list includes some of the largest and most respected contractors and operators in the world.

BP Brown & Root, UK & Int. Conoco, UK Elf Halliburton Norsk Hydro Rockwater Shell UK ABB Shell (Nigeria)

Single Buoy Moorings Chevron Gas Authority of India IOEC, Iran Kala, Iran Kuwait Oil Company ONGC, India Sui-Gas, Pakistan Maersk Brunei Shell

NPCC Hyundai McDermott, Singapore Mitsui Engineering, Japan PTT, Thailand JGC Corporation, Japan Samsung Total, Singapore IV Oil & Gas Stolt Offshore

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Some of our most recent orders include:

ABB Lumus Global bv/NPCC JV Offshore Khuff Gas Project 12 x Pig Traps CL600CL2500 Inelectra (Texaco Venezuela) Hamaca Upstream 2 x 42/46 Multiple Sphere Launch/Receive Skids & 1 x 30/34 Multiple Sphere Launch/Receive Stations

Subsea Pig Traps:

Halliburton Rockwater 1998: 6 ANSI 1500 Subsea Multiple Pig Launcher Manifold for Esso Jotun Project. Complete with ROV facilities and Soft Landing System.

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Sphere Flow & Barred Tees

Sphere Flow tees are used to ensure the safe traverse of spheres, foams metalbodied and intelligent pigs across side branches and should be incorporated into pipeline systems whenever the diameter of the branch is 25% or more of the diameter of the main line.

Pipeline Engineering tees are designed to order and as with our other pressure vessel products, we are able to work to all international codes, including ASME VIII, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 and BS 5500. Each tee is built in accordance with the specified design code including radiography and stress relieving if required. Tees are available up to 48 and ANSI CL 2500 rating. They can be provided either flanged end, or weld end and can be fitted with extended pup-pieces as required. Sphere flow Tees are constructed from a forged over sized tee, forged end reducers and a thorough pipe, equal to the main line pipe ID. The through pipe has a series of slots positioned around the circumference; equal to 1 to 1.5 times the branch diameter. This allows full flow through the branch, while allowing the sphere / pig to maintain a seal at all times. The slots are designed to give minimum disturbance to the flow through the branch line and allow safe passage of all types of pig. Barred Tees can also be supplied to the same standards; which are recommended where the branch diameter is above 70% of the main pipeline diameter. We offer a full range of materials from standard carbon steels, stainless steel to more exotic alloys such as Duplex and inconel, solid or overlay.

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Pig Handling Equipment

Designed to withstand the rigours of the oil and gas industries the Pipeline Engineering pig trolley ensures safe and damage free handling of expensive pipeline inspection pigs.

Principal features: Robust construction Hydraulic height adjustment Safety lock fail safe system on hydraulics Polyurethane lined cradle Galvanised winch rope and shackles Rubber buffer on cradle Fixed or rail mounted

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Quick Opening Closures

Rapid Opening Closure

Open & closes within 30 seconds Long life, simple to maintain 3 levels of safety interlock Low cost, quick delivery

Pipeline Engineering is a leading company in the design, manufacture and supply of pigging and isolation equipment to the worldwide oil and gas pipeline industry. Building on their 30 years of experience in the industry, PE has launched its all-new Rapid Opening End Closure providing fast access to pipelines and pressure vessels. The closure has been specifically built to meet the needs of Pipeline Engineerings customers:

Safety- built to meet all the international codes and key operator specifications. Robust components to avoid damage caused by misuse. Upto three levels of safety interlock to avoid opening under pressure. Speed and simplicity of opening two simple movements, removal of vent plugs and the 25 turn of the handle is all that is required to rapidly release the closure. This also makes it highly adaptable for use subsea using ROVs. Ease of maintenance designed for maintenance, using a simple lip seal arrangement. ease of

Low cost and quick delivery using the latest in CAD/CAM links and a design for manufacture culture, the closure is produced at a highly competitive price in exceptionally fast time-scales.

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Technical data
Closure size: Pressure rating: Design codes: Design: Materials: Hub Door 6 ns 48 ns (upto 60 ns specially built to contract) ANSI #150 - #1500 as standard (#2500 and above built to contract) ASME VIII, British Standard BS5500, API 6H, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 2 piece with hub and set-in door, retaining segment blocks, pressure energised lip type seal and safety vent/bleeder. Standard: ASTM A105, A350 LF2, A694 F52 Forging. Optional: BS1501, A694 F60-F65, ASTM A182 Stainless Steel. Standard: ASTM A516, Gr. 70 Optional: ASTM A105, A350 LF2, A694 F52-F60-F65, BS1503. ASTM A182 Stainless Steel. Standard: 316 Stainless Steel. Optional: A182 / Duplex Stainless Steel. 316 Stainless Steel Standard: Nitrile / Viton. Options: Explosive decompression resistant / to suit service. Pig launchers and receivers, filter vessels, any pressure vessel where access is required. Horizontal mounting hinge arm fitted to closure right hand side as standard. Full 270-deg. swing on door hinge (adjustable for height and reach). GA drawing; basic calculations, hydrotest certificate, pressure retaining material certificates; NDE reports MPI examination of bracket welds; installation, operation and maintenance instructions; protection one transit coat zinc rich primer; manufacturing data dossier. Mechanical key interlock; electrical proximity switch; FEA analysis/3rd party design appraisal; NDE (UT/MPI/DPI) of hub/ door forging/plate material; protection paint finish, 3 coats to offshore/UK North Sea specification. Maintenance and service available from Pipeline Engineering.

Segments Vent/bleeder screw Seals Usage: Design features:

Standard supply includes:

Other options:

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Clamicseal Closure
Clamicseal quick release closures are simple and safe to use. One person, using standard hand tools, can open or close the unit within 30 seconds. An integral safety feature positively prevents the closure from being opened while it remains under an internal pressure. The closures are used on a variety of equipment; on pig or sphere traps, on strainers and filter units, on vessels, and on meter prover end chambers. Closures are available in sizes from 6 to 16 and pressure ratings up to ANSI Class 600. The standard materials of construction will safely operate between 40C and +75C. A Nitrile O ring seal gives reliable sealing combined with ease of maintenance. Pressure restraining components are machined from certified materials to suit the closures operating specification and designed to meet the intent of BS 5500.

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Pig Signallers
Standard Signallers
Bi-directional mechanical/visual sphere and pig signaller complete with mechanical/visual flag. The unit is designed and manufactured at our registered facility on the Catterick Bridge Industrial Estate, Richmond, North Yorkshire. Pipeline Engineering pig signallers operate on a mechanical magnetic principle which utilises a unique, patented design where no dynamic seals are used. In operation, a high powered magnet is lowered and raised on a spring loaded piston arrangement which is totally sealed inside the signaller cap. Connected the internal magnet is a spring-loaded bi-directional trigger which protrudes into the pipeline. The signaller cap is fitted with a spring-loaded flag to which a high power external magnet is attached. Once the flag is set in the horizontal plane, the external and internal magnets form a strong magnetic attraction and the signaller is set. Upon receipt of the pig/sphere the conical trigger is tripped which in turn lowers the internal high power magnet. As the magnet moves downwards, its attraction to the external magnet weakens and the flag falls under the influence of the spring arrangement. Once the signaller has been activated, the trigger returns to its original position with the assistance of the internal spring. The signaller flag has then to be re-set by the operator. KEY ADVANTAGES:

No dynamic (moving) seals very low maintenance Can be removed while under line pressure Bi-Directional Trigger Cannot be operated by line pressure Can be supplied with mechanical or electrical indication or both Designed in accordance with ASME VIII Div 1 All wetted parts to NACE MR 01 75 Optional Adjustable Trigger Wide range of materials available Variations other than those below are available

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Boss mounted

Boss mounted with valve

Flange mounted

Flange mounted with valve

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Low Pressure Isolation Equipment

Air Bags
PEs inflatable air bags, for low-pressure applications, allow safe air or water testing of pipes and drains, as well as stopping gas or liquid flow along the line.
Nominal pipe size 26 78 9 10 12 13 14 16 18 30 32 33 36 42 44 72 80 96 Safe working pressure (psi) Canvas bags Nylon covered 10 15 8 12 5 8 4 6 3 5 2 3 1.5 2 1.0 1.5 0.5 1.0 0.2 0.5

Manufacture Pipeline Engineering air bags are made by covering a natural rubber bladder with either proofed canvas or nylon. This construction allows the deflated bags to be passed through quite small holes in the side of the pipe. To suit pipe sizes up to 96 (2400mm) and in special circumstances larger bags can be made. Application Pipeline Engineering air bags can be used for a number of applications including: pipe testing, oil pipeline maintenance, gas pipeline maintenance, and drain testing. It is generally accepted that the pressure, which a bag will hold back, depends on five factors: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. The surface of the pipe into which the bag is to be inserted. The frictional resistance of the bag covers material. The total area of contact between bag and pipe. Whether or not a bag is supported. The pressure inside the bag itself.

It is worth noting that any physical support will dramatically increase the holdback pressure.

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Gas Seal Stoppers

PEs gas seal stoppers are an effective way to seal low pressure pipelines, drains and sewers against the inflow and outflow of gas, liquid or debris.

Manufacture The units comprise a fabricated steel or aluminium body together with an inflatable natural rubber tyre. All carbon steel components receive two coats of an anticorrosion and chemical resistant paint. Application and operation As well as sealing off the pipe ends, PEs gas seal stoppers can be used for emergency isolation while a repair or inspection is carried out. They are also suitable for creating a gas barrier to enable welding to be undertaken. Alternatively they can plug a drain while it is under water flowing conditions. The pneumatically or hydraulically inflated seal can overcome ovality, irregularity and diameter variations in the pipe. In use, the stopper is positioned in the pipe and the tyre is inflated with a hand or foot pump through the integral schrader valve fitted on the body. Configurations, sizes and pressure ratings Gas seal stoppers are available from 4 60, and with one, two, or three seals. Depending on pipe diameter, working pressures of up to 10 bar can be maintained with 3 seal stoppers, adequately strutted. Small caster wheels can be fitted aiding insertion some distance down the line. A bypass port is fitted to allow pressurisation monitoring and venting. Sizes above 18 can be supplied as split construction so that they can pass through a standard manhole. Note: for lighter duties, PE has a range of drain plugs and rubber or canvas gas bags.

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Piggable Hyperbaric Spheres

For sub-sea tie-ins on pipelines. PEs hyperbaric spheres are a critical item within the equipment spread necessary to perform pipeline tie-ins sub-sea.

Manufacture
PEs hyperbaric spheres are constructed from three layers of polyurethane a core, an intermediate seamless layer to provide strength and a softer outer layer to ensure absolute sealing qualities. An internal tie-rod prevents excessive longitudinal expansion and assists in increasing pressure between the pipe and the sphere, ensuring a tight seal in the pipeline.

Application and operation

The hyperbaric spheres are inserted either by diver or ROV into the open end of the line and positioned by removable handles. The spheres are inflated to withstand differential pressures of up to 3 bar. The welding habitat is sealed around the tie-in spool with the diving bell locked onto the habitat. The habitat is then pressurized with diving gas so that the seawater is driven down out of the habitat allowing the welding and NDT to be performed in a dry environment. When the welding and NDT has been completed, the hyperbaric spheres are pigged out of the line. If undamaged, they can be re-tested and used again. If necessary they can be returned to the factory for refurbishment. Usually in harsh North Sea service a pair of hyperbaric spheres would be deployed on either side of each weld. In shallow water and more moderate environments, just one hyperbaric sphere either side of each weld may be used. While we still manufacture the Hyperbaric Sphere for some clients, the Welding Pig (see next page) has generally superseded the Hyperbaric.

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Welding Pig
The Welding Pig from Pipeline Engineering is a new concept that takes the problems out of pipeline welding operations. Although conventional hyperbaric welding spheres have been used for many years, little has been done to address their inherent operational problems of poor piggability and the potential problem of weld blow-out.

The solution is the Welding Pig. It consists of two modules, each with a fabricated steel body and two disc seals, and each having the functionality of a hyperbaric welding sphere. Two modules are required to affect a tie-in weld. One, the welding pig, is fitted with a unique Omnithane patented welding seal, developed by Pipeline Engineering. When inflated, it pushes a flexible heat resistant backing material against the underside of the joint to be welded. This reduces the volume of gas to almost zero and removes the possibility of blow-back. The modules can be installed either topside or in the wet by a diver or ROV. Once installed the disc seals are inflated with water to hold 2 bar (diameter dependent) differential pressure. An annulus port allows the pressure between the seals to be monitored during deployment. Having installed the modules the spools are drawn together, leaving a 20mm gap between the weld faces. An inflation lance is inserted into the welding seal and it is inflated. The spools are then drawn together to close the weld gap. After welding the modules can be pigged out with the welding seal inflated. The conventional design means the welding pigs perform as standard utility pigs during recovery. Operators and contractors can use the Welding Pig with assurance alike. Modular design means the Welding Pig can easily be refurbished for multiple use, unlike conventional hyperbaric spheres.

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Hi-Friction Pigs Hi-Friction Stopper Pigs are offered by Pipeline Engineering to act as a primary pressure barrier, when the required isolation point is located some distance from the launch, or access point. They have a number of features, which make them particularly suitable for their intended use: 1. 2. 3. 4. Large diameters available up to 56 Extremely hard wearing and reliable Hyper Omnithane seals Custom built for intended purpose Pigging allows access to remote work-sites

Hi-Friction Stopper Pigs are available in a range of diameters from 4 to 56 and are capable of withstanding pressures up to 2 bar d.p. depending on diameter. Fittings are available for gauging plates and transmitters (for location purposes). Typical applications include: 1. 2. 3. Acting as the primary barrier in a pig train. Acting as the initial pressure barrier when undertaking hyperbaric repairs. For valve change-out, or repair. For line repair, or alteration.

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Hi-Friction Stopper Pigs are capable of retaining a differential pressure as a result of the interference fit between their disc packs and the pipe wall. Two carefully specified disc packs are used on each pig one at each end of the pig with each pack being fixed to a welded steel flange which, in turn, is fixed to the tubular steel body of the pig. Hyper Omnithane polyurethane discs of identical diameter are separated by steel spacer flanges to form each disc pack. The cumulative interference fit between the discs and the pipe wall is such that the radial force enables the pig to hold the specified pressure. Pumps incorporated into the pipeline system, capable of pressurising the system to a point above the holding capacity of the pig or pig train. Once the pig begins to move lower pressures can be used to keep it moving until it reaches the work-site when the pressure can be reduced until the pig stops. This means that a train of several pigs of this type can be moved long distances into the pipe in order to provide a primary barrier capable of withstanding a differential pressure up to a specified level (whilst allowing a margin for safety). This type of barrier is typically used to form part of a safe working system for divers undertaking sub-sea repairs in which they may use hyperbaric spheres to isolate the pipe at the work-site. Because the pig is bi-directional, when work has been completed, it can be retrieved by returning it to the original launching point or pigging it down the pipe in the original direction.

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Medium Pressure Isolation Equipment

Compression Plugs
PEs compression pipe plugs are used as a pipe end seal to prevent the outflow of line product or the inflow of debris. They can also be used for emergency isolation while a repair or inspection is carried out.
NS 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 16 + Sealing Overall Pressure Length (A) Length (B) ratings 136 180 30Bar 178 284 30Bar 190 330 30Bar 267 418 30Bar 222 418 30Bar 256 541 10Bar 284 620 10Bar 284 620 10Bar 189 430 10Bar 214 483 10Bar Refer to technical department

Manufacture The bodies are made from carbon steel and the seals from PEs proprietary low hysterisis elastomer formulation. The tools are fully tested and certified prior to mobilisation. Application and operation As the compression plug is tightened inside the pipe the seal expands against the pipe wall. The seal is self-energising in that as internal pressure is applied the seal is further compressed. A section of the seal package is abrasive coated to improve grip. Plugs feature a by-pass port to allow pressurisation, filling, venting or pigging. Typically sizes up to 6 are mechanically tightened and 8 and above are hydraulically tightened. Configurations, sizes and pressure ratings Compression plugs are available for sale or rental up to 16 diameter and have a maximum safe working pressure of up to 30 bar (note: 30 bar is the maximum safe working pressure for smaller diameter compression plugs). For equipment above 16, specified pressures and specialised applications, please contact our Sales Team or Technical Office.

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High Pressure Isolation Equipment

Grip Lock Pipe Plugs
PEs grip-lock pipe plugs are used as a pipe end seal to prevent the outflow of line product or the inflow of debris. They can also be used for emergency isolation while a repair or inspection is carried out.
NS 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 16 + Sealing Length (A) 67 133 Pressure ratings 207 Bar 207 Bar 207 Bar 170 304 207 Bar 245 414 207 Bar 309 510 207 Bar 307 500 207 Bar 367 520 207 Bar 367 520 150 Bar 389 554 150 Bar Refer to technical department Overall Length (B) 139 185

Manufacture The bodies are made from carbon steel and the seals from PEs proprietary low hysterisis elastomer formulation. The tools are fully tested and certified prior to mobilisation. Application and operation As the grip lock plug is tightened inside the pipe the seal expands and the vice rings progressively grip against the pipe wall. The seal is self-energising in that as internal pressure is applied the seal is further compressed. A section of the seal package is abrasive coated to improve grip. Plugs feature a by-pass port to allow pressurisation, filling, venting or pigging. Typically sizes up to 6 are mechanically tightened and 8 and above are hydraulically tightened. Configurations, sizes and pressure ratings Plugs are available for sale or rental up to 16 diameter. The safe working pressure of the grip-lock pipe plugs is up to 207 bar. For equipment above 16 , specified pressures and specialised applications, please contact our Sales Team or Technical Office.

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High Pressure Piggable Isolation Plug from Pipeline Engineering the Pigging Experts
Pipeline Engineering design, manufacture and supply a range of pigs, pigging equipment and isolation tools to the world-wide oil and gas industry. The company recognised the need within the industry to reduce costs in pipeline modification and rehabilitation Twin module piggable isolation tool and so it developed a piggable, high-pressure isolation tool that avoids the need to fully drain or vent the pipeline during essential maintenance programmes.
The tool is ideally suited to many applications in the pipeline industry, including: Valve change-out. Fitting removal and replacement. Pipeline diversion. General maintenance. Riser replacement.

Pipeline Engineering high-pressure isolation tools can be adapted to be deployed in any of the following forms: Fully tethered controlled and monitored using umbilical hoses passed through the closure door. Control umbilical tethered tool is connected to a single high strength monitoring cable. Fully remote the most versatile method of deployment, the on-board inflation pumps, accumulators and valve switching equipment are controlled and monitored using through wall communication low frequency radio transmitter and receiver that enables the operation to take place either sub-sea or topside, as far away as necessary.

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Design
The high-pressure isolation plug has been designed to be left in position during a construction or maintenance phase during a shut-down for extended periods of time. Its construction is as follows: 2 pigging modules made from PEs own Hyper Omnithane 2 plugging modules containing: Double block and bleed system fitted with grip rings and Omnithane seals (Omnigrip) Hydraulic systems

Low frequency radio transmitter and receiver (fully remote only) The Omnithane seals have been developed so that the tool can cope with differences in internal pipe diameters of upto 80mm on diameter.

Deployment
The tool is loaded into the pig launcher at the end of the pipeline. The closure is then locked and pressure is applied behind the tool to pig the unit to the point of isolation. The pigging medium can be either: Inhibited seawater Potable water Water/glycol mix Nitrogen gas Pipeline product

Once in position the hydraulic systems on board the tool are actuated and the tool is set - a seal against the pipeline pressure is formed. The tool is prevented from moving while the pipeline pressure is applied, by the use of high strength tool steel vice jaws, which grip the pipe wall.

Design codes
The high-pressure isolation tool has full DNV approval and certification, and the material stress levels have been designed to be within design code BS 5500 Appendix K.

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Pipeline Recovery Tools

The Pipeline Recovery Tool (PRT) has been developed as a means of recovering pipestrings at sea. A typical situation would be one in which a wet buckle occurs as the pipe is laid upon the seabed. In order to repair or replace the damaged section, the pipeline must be dewatered subsea and recovered to the laybarge. To carry out such an operation requires a tool which is capable of gripping the submerged pipe, internally or externally, with enough force to overcome the weight of the pipestring as it is lifted from the sea onto the barge.

The PRT is designed to be deployed, fitted and hydraulically energised by ROV when used for subsea operations. Once energised, the mechanical jaws maintain their grip on the pipe wall, even in the event of complete hydraulic failure. The ROV then attaches with winch wire from the barge to the safety hook on the PRT, using the preinstalled master line on the winch wire. The pipeline can then be recovered whilst the ROV remains on standby. The PRT has been carefully designed in response to a need for which alternative solutions can result in far greater costs to the contractor. Many specialized features have been incorporated which have resulted in tools of unsurpassed function and reliability. Tools will operate in water depths down to 350m Hot Stab hydraulic connections, polyurethane guide noses and balanced positioning handles have been incorporated to ensure maximum accuracy when being manipulated by ROV. Valves and water-tight seals can be added for dewatering submerged pipelines prior to recovery. Hardened vice-ring jaws are hydraulically energised while polyurethane deactuating bands ensure that the jaws release when the hydraulic pressure is relieved.

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Hydrotesting Equipment
Flange Weld Testers
PEs flange weld testers eliminate the need for a full system hydrotest. The tools are inserted into the line and seal either side of the weld area. The space between the seals is filled with water and pressurised.
NS 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 16 + A (mm) 80 135 135 156 184 215 234 263 268 270 B Pressure ratings (mm) 100 ANSI #150-1500 150 ANSI #150-1500 153 ANSI #150-1500 176 ANSI #150-1500 205 ANSI #150-1500 240 ANSI #150-1500 264 ANSI #150-1500 293 ANSI #150-1500 308 ANSI #150-1500 320 ANSI #150-1500 Refer to technical department

Manufacture The body of the tool is made from carbon steel and the seals from PEs proprietary polyurethane, which is a low hysterisis formulation. The tools are fully tested and certified prior to mobilisation. Application and operation The elastomer seal is expanded radially against the pipe bore, either mechanically (up to 6 ) or hydraulically (8 and above) to seal off the weld area. The sealed area is then pressurized through the fill/pressurize port with either liquid or gas to the required test pressure. The tools are easily installed and removed. Testing is achieved in a fraction of the time (and cost) of a full system test. Provision and disposal problems associated with the test medium are minimised, as are the pre-commissioning requirements after test completion. The tools can easily be installed and operated by one man. Configurations, sizes and pressure ratings The tools are available for both sale and rental in sizes up to and including 36 and in pressure ratings up to and including ANSI CL.1500. For equipment above 36 , CL.1500 and specialised applications, please contact our Sales Team or Technical Office.

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Internal Joint Testers

PEs internal joint testers eliminate the need for a full system hydrotest. The tools are inserted into the line and seal either side of the weld area. The space between the seals is filled with water and pressurised.
NS 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 16 + Pressure ratings 108 138 UPTO #1500 110 146 UPTO #1500 100 140 UPTO #1500 170 212 UPTO #1500 215 165 UPTO #1500 250 310 UPTO #1500 300 360 UPTO #1500 300 376 UPTO #1500 320 420 UPTO #1500 Refer to technical department A B

Manufacture The body of the tool is made from carbon steel and the seals from PEs proprietary polyurethane which is a low hysterisis formulation. The tools are fully tested and certified prior to mobilisation. Application and operation The elastomer seals are expanded radially against the pipe bore, either mechanically (up to 6 ) or hydraulically (8 and above) to seal off the weld area. The sealed area is then pressurized through the fill/pressurise port with either liquid or gas to the required test pressure. Hydraulic actuation allows the joint tester tool to be deployed some distance from the pipe end, in vertical, horizontal and inclined piping. Bend negotiation is achieved by positioning the tool with specially designed insertion equipment. The tools are easily installed and removed. Testing is achieved in a fraction of the time (and cost) of a full system test. Provision and disposal problems associated with the test medium are minimised, as are the pre-commissioning requirements after test completion. The tools can easily be installed and operated by one man. Configurations, sizes and pressure ratings The tools are available for both sale and rental in sizes up to and including 36 and in pressure ratings up to and including ANSI CL.1500. For equipment above 36 , CL.1500 and specialised applications, please contact our Sales Team or Technical Office.

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Hire Service - Lower costs by using Hydro test tools from PE

Pipeline Engineering, as market leader, now brings you even more value for money, with our new extended hire fleet of hydro test tools. Designed and manufactured specifically for the oil & gas and petrochemical industries. This versatile and simple solution enables you to save money during pipeline repair / replacement and shutdown operations. Internal Joint Testers (IJT) and Flange Weld Testers (FWT) are now available for hire, so you can test new pipelines and repaired pipeline sections at a fraction of the cost of a full system hydrotest.

Flange Weld Tester

Internal Joint Tester

Unique benefits of this range of tools: Simply inserted into the line to seal either side of the weld area. Reduced amount of test medium: Liquid / Gas. Reduced time for testing. The small area between the seals is filled with liquid or gas and pressurised up to the required test pressure. Confirms that weld is to the specified design standard. Strength test as well as hydro test. A ready stock of both tools in a range of sizes from 0.5 to 36. Ready for mobilisation as soon as theyre needed. Manufactured and tested at our in-house facilities

Proven in the field; the client list includes some of the most respected companies around the World: Shell, British Gas, Statoil, ADMA-OPCO (Abu Dhabi), ARAMCO (Saudi Arabia), PDO (Oman), Saipem, Conoco, Coflexip Stena to name but a few.

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Service and Maintenance Operations

How you can keep your pigging equipment running as efficiently as your operations
Pipeline Engineering design, manufacture and supply a range of pigs and pigging equipment to the worldwide oil and gas industry. It also has a services division, capable of carrying out dedicated maintenance contracts to help ensure your pigging equipment is operating as effectively and efficiently as the day they were delivered.

To support this work we have developed a range of isolation / joint testing tools and services that can be deployed in conjunction with product maintenance services, or as an independent service to carryout pipeline rehabilitation and repair.

The division, staffed by experienced and skilled engineers involved in maintenance and operational site work, will work with you to draw up an effective maintenance service contract that may include:
Pig launcher and receiver closure doors. Door and safety bleed screws, all moving parts, safety interlock systems, re-certification. All moving parts. Cups and discs, plates, brushes, scrapers, magnets etc.

Pig Signallers. Pipeline pigs.

PE Unisig pig Signallers

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Applying Science to the Art of Pigging

As with our product range we can offer a complete solution from beginning to end, including project management, design, manufacture and supply. In each and every case Pipeline Engineering will: Undertake an inspection survey, to identify the exact nature of repairs and spares needed. Provide an inspection survey report, detailing current and future repairs required. Agree with the client the best time to undertake the maintenance and repairs. Undertake repairs with our usual high standard of operation.

The following is a list of companies for whom Pipeline Engineering has recently undertaken services and repair work: AMEC/Shell Call-off maintenance contracts to launcher/receiver closure systems to platforms that form the Northern Integrated Services Contract. Major repairs to Signallers during Hudson Field shutdown. Chevron Maintenance to #1500 and #2500 launch and receive systems on Ninian Central platform. Maintenance and repairs to over 150 closure doors on Bombay High Main Complex and satellites. Regular maintenance and disc change to production pigs.

ONGCC India

Mobil (North Sea)