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Free download for members HERE. PR186-203813-R01 Literature Review Pipeline Mid-wall Defect Detection and FFS Assessment Author(s) Benjamin Hanna, Tom Bubenik, Barbara Padgett Research Contractor DNV GL USA, Inc. Release DateMarch 22, 2021 A literature review on the current industry understanding of mid-wall cracking and its detection was conducted. A summary of key factors influencing mid-wall cracking and modern integrity management approaches for the phenomenon are summarized. Based on the literature review and subject matter ... More Info
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Free download for members HERE. PR-350-174507-R03 Interim Recommendations for the Mitigation of Low-Strain Girth Weld Failures Author(s) Yong-Yi Wang Research Contractor Center for Reliable Energy Systems, LLC Release DateMarch 2, 2021 This technical bulletin was developed in response to a significant number of manual girth weld failures in newly constructed pipelines. These failures are associated with some systemic deficiencies in current practices, and thus require immediate action. The primary objective of this ... More Info
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