Free download for members HERE. PR-182-124505-R03 - Developing tools to assure safety against propagating cracks in gas pipelines made from modern steels Author(s)Massimo Di BiagioAuthoring InstitutionCentro Sviluppo Mat.Release Date May 29, 2018 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 ZandAuthoring InstitutionKiefner and Associates, Inc.Release Date April 20, 2018 The performance of the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association (CEPA) surface loading model for ... 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 McGrathAuthoring InstitutionInnovative Environmental SolutionsRelease Date April 19, 2018 When natural gas is combusted, formaldehyde is formed as an intermediate product as methane is ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-182-124505-R03 - 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-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 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 outer diameter (OD) to wall thickness ratios of 25 and 96 in ... 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 - Final Report 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
Free download for members HERE. PR-453-134505-R05 - SPDA-1-3 Industry High Value Objectives Pipeline On-Bottom Stability Software Upgrade Milestone III Author(s) Kourosh Abdolmaleki Research Contractor INTECSEA, Inc. Release DateMarch 19, 2018 Revised Pipeline On-bottom Stability computer program suite. Updated Pipeline On-bottom Stability user guideline. Brief report on indicating possible objectives for further revisions to the analysis tools and user guideline. This report includes reconsideration of the objectives and issues ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-201-154500-R01 - MATR-3-11 Composite Repair Load Transfer Study Author(s) Colton Sheets Research Contractor Stress Engineering Services Release DateMarch 15, 2018 The objective of the PRCI MATR-3-11 Composite Repair Load Transfer Study was to evaluate the effect of internal pipe pressure during installation of composite reinforcement systems. Historically, there has been little work evaluating the effect of internal pressure during installation, even though ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-363-17602-R03 Gap Analysis in Liquid Volume Proving Methods Author(s) Brendan Robson Research Contractor TUV SUD Ltd. Release DateFebruary 27, 2018 Please click here to view related webinar . The overall aim of the project is to identify the best practices in measurement system design and proving procedures in order to reduce measurement uncertainty. This is in recognition that improvements made to the calibration of flow meters ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-244-12700-R01 Effects of Stress on Casing Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) Measurements Author(s) Jonathan Heseltine, Gang Tao Research Contractor C-FER Technologies Release DateFebruary 6, 2018 Pipeline Research Council International (PRCI) contracted C-FER Technologies (1999) Inc. ("C‑FER") to conduct a laboratory testing program to determine the Effects of Stress on Casing Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) Measurements. Tubing joints with localized defect features were ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-015-133607-R01 Analyzing Active Corrosion in Inspection Data to Evaluate Cathodic Protection Criteria Author(s) Pavan Shukla Research Contractor Southwest Research Institute Release DateJanuary 2, 2018 The NACE-recommended cathodic protection (CP) criteria include −850 mVCSE on- and off-potential criteria, and 100 mV polarization potential. These criteria are widely used on underground buried structures such as oil and gas transmission pipelines to mitigate the risk of external corrosion. ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PRCI-312-15201-Z01 Balko Compressor Station 102 Data Summary and Initial AERMOD Performance Assessment Author(s) Jeffrey Panek, James McCarthy, Alan Krol, Adrian Huth Research Contractor Innovative Environmental Solutions Release DateNovember 22, 2017 In 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) adopted a 1-hour nitrogen dioxide (NO2) National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) of 100 parts per billion (ppb) or approximately 188 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m3) that is considerably more stringent than the longstanding ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-328-083501-R01 Evaluation of EMAT Tool Performance and Reliability by Monitoring Industry Experience Author(s) Samarth Tandon, Ming Gao, Ravi Krishnamurthy Research Contractor Blade Energy Partners Release DateNovember 9, 2017 PRCI project SCC 3-7 consists two phases: Phase I: “Evaluation of EMAT Tool Performance by Monitoring Industry Experience” (2008-2011) and Phase II “Evaluation of the Reliability of EMAT Tool by Monitoring Industry Experience” (2012-2015). In Phase I of the project, ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PO-581-16700-R01 Methane Leak Detection and Quantification Systems for Underground Storage Facilities Author(s) Francois Rongere, Gerry Bong Research Contractor Pacific Gas and Electric Company Release DateNovember 9, 2017 This report presents results of a field test, at an underground gas storage facility, of a new stationary leak detection system and reviews other technologies that are currently available or being developed. More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-268-134501-R01 Pipeline Seismic Design and Assessment Guideline Author(s) Douglas Honegger Research Contractor Douglas G. Honegger Release DateNovember 6, 2017 This project provides an update to the 2004 PRCI document Seismic Guidelines for the Design and Assessment of Natural Gas and Liquid Hydrocarbon Pipelines (2004 Seismic Guidelines). The 2004 PRCI Seismic Guidelines were prepared over a three-year period from 1998 to 2001 and represented the ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-430-133757-R01 PHMSA Comprehensive Study to Understand Longitudinal ERW Seam Failures Author(s) Benjamin Mittelstadt Research Contractor Dynamic Risk Assessment Systems, Inc. Release DateOctober 24, 2017 In 2011, the US Department of Transportation (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) initiated a project known as the “Comprehensive Study to Understand Longitudinal ERW Seam Failures” (PHMSA Phase 1 ERW Study). The project deliverables were ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-201-163707-R01 Evaluating the Effectiveness of Low Field MFL Technology in Measuring Loading Conditions at Branch Connections Author(s) Brent Vyvial Research Contractor Stress Engineering Services Release DateOctober 24, 2017 Please click here to view related webinar . Unsupported branch connections or branch connections under loads due to unstable support conditions are an integrity threat and potential failure location in pipelines. No industry accepted method currently exists to assist operators in ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-377-103607-R01 Expert Review of Past PRCI Corrosion Reports, Gap Analysis, and Road Mapping Author(s) Fraser King Research Contractor Integrity Corrosion Consulting Ltd. Release DateSeptember 29, 2017 A review has been performed of past studies on external corrosion sponsored by the PRCI Corrosion Technical Committee (TC) with the aims of (a) providing a resource to current and future TC members, (b) identifying gaps in current understanding, and (c) to assist in future road-mapping ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-460-134506-R02 Assessing Crack-Like Flaws in Longitudinal Seam Welds - A State of the Art Review Author(s) Ted Anderson Research Contractor Quest Integrity USA, LLC (Contractor) Release DateSeptember 28, 2017 This research effort was aimed at developing a modern fracture model for pipelines with longitudinal seam weld cracks. An earlier report contains the theoretical framework of the new MAT-8 model, along with the results of an extensive finite element study. The current report presents a ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-430-123700-R02 Determining Pipe Properties Using ILI Technology Author(s) Benjamin Mittelstadt, Patrick Vieth Research Contractor Dynamic Risk Assessment Systems, Inc. Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 Pipeline Operators have been advised to be able to show traceable, verifiable, and complete records [1] used to establish Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure (MAOP). In instances where this standard of due diligence for confirming historical records cannot be met, other methods of ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-610-163756-R01 Hardness Strength and Ductility (HSD) Testing of Line Pipes Initial Validation Testing Phase 1 Author(s) Simon Bellemare Research Contractor Massachusetts Materials Technologies LLC - 610 Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 In-ditch nondestructive material verification for yield strength and toughness has been a growing interest to the pipeline industry in the continuous efforts to further raise pipeline safety and efficiency. It can complement or substitute alternate techniques such as material extraction or ... More Info
Free download for members HERE. PR-542-163745-R01 Defining Close Metal Object Detection Capabilities of MFL ILI Tools Author(s) Jerry Rau Research Contractor RCP Inc. Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 Please click here to view related webinar . There is a need to understand Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) in-line inspection data and determine if it distinguishes whether a Close Metal Object (CMO) is an adjacent pipeline or independent metallic article. There have been failures ... More Info