Free download for members HERE. PR-309-14209-R01 Field Demo of Integrated Expert Level Continuous Performance Monitoring Author(s)Susan Bothwell, John Millott, Jeff ChiniAuthoring InstitutionAdvanced Engine TechnologiesRelease Date August 15, 2018 Prior PRCI funded projects identified the ability of a continuous engine performance monitor ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-214-073510-Z01 FS Fatigue Testing Plain Dents+Dents Interacting with Welds and Metal Loss with Data Author(s)Sanjay Tiku, Aaron Dinovitzer, Vlad Semiga, Binoy JohnAuthoring InstitutionBMT Fleet Technology Ltd (FTL)Release Date August 14, 2018 Abstract Dents in buried pipelines occur due to a number of potential causes; the pipe ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-214-073510-R01 Full Scale Fatigue Testing of Dents (Plain Dents and Dents Interacting with Welds and Metal Loss) Author(s)Sanjay Tiku, Vlad Semiga, Aaron Dinovitzer, Binoy JohnAuthoring InstitutionBMT Fleet Technology LimitedRelease Date August 14, 2018 Note that this version of the final report DOES NOT include the suite of experimental data. More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-309-14209-R01 Field Demo of Integrated Expert Level Continuous Performance Monitoring Author(s) Susan Bothwell, John Millott, Jeff Chini Research Contractor Advanced Engine Technologies Release DateAugust 15, 2018 Prior PRCI funded projects identified the ability of a continuous engine performance monitor (CEPM) to fulfill the likelihood of industry acceptance as a Performance Monitoring alternative to a Continuous Emission Monitoring System CEMS in future monitoring requirements for typical pipeline ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-214-073510-Z01 FS Fatigue Testing Plain Dents+Dents Interacting with Welds and Metal Loss with Data Author(s) Sanjay Tiku, Aaron Dinovitzer, Vlad Semiga, Binoy John Research Contractor BMT Fleet Technology Ltd (FTL) Release DateAugust 14, 2018 Abstract Dents in buried pipelines occur due to a number of potential causes; the pipe resting on rock, third party machinery strike, rock strikes during backfilling, amongst others. The long-term integrity of a dented pipeline segment is a complex function of a variety of parameters, ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-214-073510-R01 Full Scale Fatigue Testing of Dents (Plain Dents and Dents Interacting with Welds and Metal Loss) Author(s) Sanjay Tiku, Vlad Semiga, Aaron Dinovitzer, Binoy John Research Contractor BMT Fleet Technology Limited Release DateAugust 14, 2018 Note that this version of the final report DOES NOT include the suite of experimental data. More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-306-16602-R01 Effect of Calibration Gas Blend on Chromatograph Accuracy Author(s) Alice VATIN, Yann COURTOIS, Jean-Luc Fabre Research Contractor GRTgaz Research and Innovation Center for Energy Release DateJuly 19, 2018 This report describes the tests results carried out on five natural gas gross calorific value analyzers depending on the calibration model. Three analyzers were conventional gas chromatographs. Two analyzers were new generation gas chromatographs. Twenty-three gas blend were used for this study ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-163766-R01 Field Testing of Distributed Acoustic Sensing Systems Author(s) Shane Siebenaler Research Contractor Southwest Research Institute Release DateJuly 18, 2018 Distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) technology utilizes a fiber-optic cable as a distributed vibration sensor that can be installed in a right-of-way to monitor for pipeline leaks and to identify third‑party interference (TPI), such as mechanized excavation, hand digging, etc. Various ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-214-144500-R05 - Weld Hydrogen Cracking Susceptibility Characterization Author(s) Aaron Dinovitzer Research Contractor BMT Fleet Technology Limited Release DateJuly 16, 2018 Hydrogen cracking has been and continues to be observed in both heat-affected zones and weld metals. High carbon equivalent weldment heat-affected zones (HAZ) combined with rapid cooling have been related to the development of hydrogen cracking susceptible microstructures. Weld metal cracking is ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-201-164502 Study to Evaluate Delamination and Disbonding of Composite Repairs Author(s) Colton Sheets, Brent Vyvial Research Contractor Stress Engineering Services Release DateJuly 13, 2018 Click here to view related webinar. Composite reinforcement systems have seen extensive use in the pipeline industry over the last two decades as solutions to address a range of pipeline integrity threats. Despite their widespread use, few options exist for reliable inspection of ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-309-17203-R01 Starting Damage on Legacy Engines Author(s) Greg Beshouri, Bob Goffin Research Contractor Advanced Engine Technologies Release DateJuly 5, 2018 The application of modern automation and combustion control technologies has greatly increased the reliability of engine operation when operating under load. Detonation and preignition along with unanticipated shutdowns have been reduced if not eliminated on modernized legacy engines. However ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-312-17204-R02 Portable Analyzer Method Update - Phase 3 Author(s) Wendy Coulson, James McCarthy Research Contractor Innovative Environmental Solutions Release DateJune 9, 2018 A multi-phase project has developed a simplified portable analyzer emission test method for measuring NOx and CO emissions from natural gas-fired combustion sources. The method leverages the inherent linear performance of electrochemical cell-based technology to provide simplified procedures that ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-461-14602-R02 Sample Mixing Methodology and Centrifugal Forces on Density Determination and S&W Author(s) Bei Zhao, James Laszlo, Heather Kaminsky Research Contractor The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology - Applied Research Centre for Oil Sands Sustainability Release DateJune 5, 2018 The crude oil being transported by pipeline varies widely in density, viscosity, sulfur content, and other fluid properties. In a custody transfer, both parties are concerned with the quantity and the quality of the crude oil since this determines the monetary value of the transaction. The ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-182-124505-R04 Developing tools to assure safety against propagating cracks in gas pipelines made from modern steels Author(s) Massimo Di Biagio Research Contractor Centro Sviluppo Mat. Release DateMay 29, 2018 More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-312-16202-R02 GHG Emission Factor Development for Natural Gas Compressors Author(s) Wendy Coulson, James McCarthy Research Contractor Innovative Environmental Solutions Release DateMay 21, 2018 The U.S. EPA Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reporting Program (GHGRP) requires compressor stations and underground storage facilities to measure compressor vent, rod packing, and seal emissions for facilities subject to 40 CFR, Part 98, Subpart W. The objective of the project is to gather and evaluate 2011 ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-201-153718-R03 Integrity Assessment of DTI Pipelines Using High Resolution NDE in Select Areas Author(s) Elizabeth Bowlin, Puneet Agarwal Research Contractor Stress Engineering Services Release DateMay 20, 2018 Hydrostatic test and In-Line Inspection are the prescribed integrity assessment methods cited in various Codes and Regulations and have been proven to enhance pipeline safety. But a significant number of pipelines across the world remain difficult to inspect and impractical to modify for ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-616-164506-R01 Guidelines for Management of Geohazards Affecting Engineering and Construction of Pipelines Author(s) Rodolfo Sancio Research Contractor Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. - 616 Release DateMay 5, 2018 Pipelines are inextricably exposed to geohazards given that they are long structures that encounter variable terrain and geologic conditions, including water bodies. As such, reconnaissance, feasibility, and engineering design studies for new or existing pipelines need to include analyses that ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-153602-R01 Vapor Corrosion Inhibitors Effectiveness for Tank Bottom Plate Corrosion Control Author(s) Pavan Shukla, Xihua He, Osvaldo Pensado, Andrew Nordquist Research Contractor Southwest Research Institute Release DateMay 4, 2018 Click here to register for the related webinar . Soil-side corrosion of above ground storage tank bottoms is a major challenge for the midstream operators owning tanks farms. In North America, most of the above ground storage tanks include active cathodic protection (CP) systems to ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-17605-R01 Operation of SICK FS500 Ultrasonic Meters in Closed Coupled Installations Author(s) Terry Grimley Research Contractor Southwest Research Institute Release DateMay 1, 2018 SICK Flowsic500 ultrasonic flow meters were tested over a range of pressures and flow rates in piping configurations that are similar to those commonly used for rotary meters. More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-185-133739 - Quantifying Re-Rounding in Pipeline Damage Severity Models Author(s) Brian Leis, Xian-Kui Zhu, Tom McGaughy Research Contractor Edison Welding Institute Release DateApril 25, 2018 Because: 1) little had been done to quantify re-rounding relative to the other complexities of delayed damage-induced failure, and 2) re-rounding had been shown to uniquely drive some delayed failures, this project was initiated to scope the effects of re-rounding in the wake of a damage event. ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-218-104509 Field Validation of Surface Loading Stress Calculations for Buried Pipelines Milestone 2 Author(s) Benjamin Zand Research Contractor Kiefner and Associates, Inc. Release DateApril 20, 2018 Register here for the upcoming related webinar. The performance of the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association (CEPA) surface loading model for buried pipelines was assessed using experimental data. The field testing program, completed in April 2014, included three pipe specimens with ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-312-12206-R02 FTIR Formaldehyde Measurement at Turbine NESHAP and Ambient Levels Author(s) James McCarthy, Jeffrey Panek, Tom McGrath Research Contractor Innovative Environmental Solutions Release DateApril 19, 2018 When natural gas is combusted, formaldehyde is formed as an intermediate product as methane is converted to CO2 during combustion. Formaldehyde is regulated by the U.S. EPA as a hazardous air pollutant (HAP) under National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) regulations, ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-472-174501-R01 Ultra-Deep Water Pipelines Author(s) Joost Brugmans Research Contractor INTECSEA, Inc. Release DateApril 19, 2018 This document aims to provide a thorough and systematic review of the State of Industry regarding ultra-deep water pipeline technology. This includes a review of design codes and standards documentation of manufacturability and constructability capabilities and limitations by means of market ... More Info