SIA has decades of experience helping pipeline operators maintain safe, reliable operation. Our specialized expertise is directly suited to addressing long-term integrity challenges in today’s dynamic and complex regulatory environment.
Industry-leading experts, proven program methodologies, and documented compliance practices to ensure robust, effective TIMP and DIMP programs
Extensive experience developing MAOP Reconfirmation Plans and supporting implementation for clients
Field and laboratory testing to verify pipe properties are consistent with available information and existing expectations — SIA also developed MVI, a web-based software application, offering pipeline operators a reliable and efficient method to centralize data, track progress, and generate reports with their MV program to comply with PHMSA regulations
Expertise applying ECA to pipeline assets and facilities to confirm safe and reliable operation at MAOP, and detailed experience evaluating specific pipeline defects and anomalies, including specialized software applications and tools (i.e., APTITUDE and FEA) to support the analysis
Supporting successful implementation of ILI tools runs from start to finish, including planning (e.g. feasibility studies and tool selection), analysis and prioritization of results, dig selection, in-ditch examination, verification, and run acceptance
Supporting successful implementation of turnkey Direct Assessment projects for pipeline corrosion threats (ECDA, ICDA, and SCCDA)
NACE certified corrosion control and cathodic protection experts develop processes and procedures to solve existing corrosion problems, while developing and implementing robust corrosion control programs; additionally, SIA’s metallurgical laboratory supports metallurgical evaluation of pipeline defects and feature analysis
Helping clients navigate key issues to provide confidence that programs are compliant with current and anticipated pipeline safety regulations, benchmarking against industry best practices, and supporting continuous improvement of your related programs and procedures
Supporting management of integrity-related challenges through a dynamic and complex regulatory environment
Aged transmission and distribution pipeline infrastructure necessitates practical solutions to assure safety and reliability without undue operating cost burden
Advanced knowledge of compliance and project protection to provide advanced solutions
Technical expertise to evaluate the impact on pipeline integrity issues and develop a roadmap to maintain pipeline safety and integrity in the presence of new risks
Industry-leading employees provide technical expertise on a dependable schedule
Engineers with extensive industry knowledge from hands on experience
Pioneering revolutionary new inspection technology to enhance the value and insights obtained from examinations
In-depth understanding of industry history and current drivers help deliver practical, balanced solutions
Advanced data analysis tools and digital solutions to ensure standardization, increase efficiency, and optimize engineering analyses
Working in partnership with leaders across the industry to provide the best solutions and services in a cost-efficient way
