Integrity Management of Vintage Pipelines

So-called vintage or early-generation pipelines—those constructed prior to 1970—pose unique integrity management issues. This SI Webinar covers regulatory requirements; early pipe manufacturing processes and field construction practices; and impact of vintage pipeline characteristics on inspection, flaw assessment, repair, and rupture vulnerability. The Webinar also discusses suitable nondestructive examination methods, operational approaches to minimize probability of failure, and how to supplement field inspection with tapped coupons.

Presented on: September 10, 2008

Instructor: Bill Amend