Release Date09/19/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-542-163745-R01 Defining Close Metal Object Detection Capabilities of MFL ILI Tools Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 There is a need to understand Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) in-line inspection data and determine if ... More Info
Release Date09/19/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-430-123700-R02 Determining Pipe Properties Using ILI Technology Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 Pipeline Operators have been advised to be able to show traceable, verifiable, and complete ... More Info
Release Date09/19/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-610-163756-R01 Hardness Strength and Ductility (HSD) Testing of Line Pipes Initial Validation Testing Phase 1 Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 In-ditch nondestructive material verification for yield strength and toughness has been a growing ... More Info
Release Date09/19/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-542-163745-R01 Defining Close Metal Object Detection Capabilities of MFL ILI Tools Release DateSeptember 19, 2017 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 associated with CMOs both in contact and in close proximity with ... More Info
Release Date09/19/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-430-123700-R02 Determining Pipe Properties Using ILI Technology 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
Release Date09/19/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-610-163756-R01 Hardness Strength and Ductility (HSD) Testing of Line Pipes Initial Validation Testing Phase 1 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
Tandon, Cazenave,Gao Release Date09/11/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-328-103602-R01 Improved Site-Selection Modeling by Correlating ILI with Operational-Geotechnical Data Release DateSeptember 11, 2017 The primary objective of the research is to establish better correlations between SCC severity and operational and geotechnical characteristics, and to develop improved models for site-selection for SCCDA excavations, hydrostatic testing or in-line inspection (ILI). This report summarizes the ... More Info
Release Date09/01/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-579-153603-R01 Field Techniques for Determining Corrosion Status Release DateSeptember 1, 2017 Pipeline personnel are routinely asked to evaluate whether excavated corrosion features are active or inactive. To date, no industry guidance has been developed that can be referenced by field personnel when making this assessment. It is recognized that many factors can influence a corrosion ... More Info
Release Date08/28/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-186-123716-R01 Analysis of Line Pipe Manufacturing, Materials, and Construction Practices Release DateAugust 28, 2017 The overall project goal of this report “Analysis of Line Pipe Manufacturing, Materials, and Construction Practices” is to enable the use of in-line inspection (ILI) technology to determine pipe properties when pipeline records are uncertain or missing. This report is ... More Info
Release Date08/18/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-457-14201-R03 Variable NG Composition Effects in LB 2S Compressor Engines - Prediction Enhancements Release DateAugust 18, 2017 Phase II of the project has focused on improving the initial analysis performed in the first phase by enhancing the various aspects of predictive combustion for lean burn spark ignition natural gas engines under variable composition fueling. These enhancements have incorporated validation data ... More Info
Kehr Release Date08/16/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-464-133609-R01 Review of Self-Healing Pipeline Coatings for the Prevention of External Corrosion Release DateAugust 16, 2017 The objective of this study is to investigate the potential of existing self-healing coating solutions for pipeline applications with the goal of improved pipeline reliability and a reduction in operating expenses by reducing excavations, coating repairs, pipe repairs and replacements. There has ... More Info
Leis, Zhu, McGaughy Release Date07/20/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-185-143600-R01 Assessment of Corrosion Model Error for Metal-loss Defects in Pipelines Release DateJuly 20, 2017This project assessed the modeling error of current Level 1 corrosion criteria of ASME B31G and Modified B31G by quantifying the role of the shape factor (SF) and the bulging factor (BF) as causes for large scatter of failure predictions. The goal was to minimize the error and to reduce the ... More Info
Choquette Release Date07/10/2017 Copyright2017 Free download for members HERE. Demonstration of Continuous Equipment Performance Monitoring Release DateJuly 10, 2017The Pipeline Research Council International has funded multiple projects focusing on using reciprocating engine operating data to diagnose combustion problems. This effort extends those techniques on reciprocating compressor units including the gas compressor, main ... More Info
Hawley, Grant Release Date07/05/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-015-15610-R01 Effect of Upstream Piping Configurations on Ultrasonic Meter Bias Release DateJuly 5, 2017This project investigated the performance of four different brands of commercially available ultrasonic meters installed in an AGA-9 default configuration in two different header designs. The diagnostics from the flow meters were analyzed to determine if they could be used as an ... More Info
Dickau Release Date06/01/2017 Free download for members HERE. Pipeline Vertical Booster Pump Design Operation and Maintenance Best Practices Release DateJune 1, 2017 The vertical can booster pump is used extensively in pipeline service where low suction pressures prevent the use of above-grade horizontal pumps. These typically appear at storage terminals for transferring oil from storage vessels (tanks) to large pipeline pumps or to other storage vessels. The ... More Info
Brydie, Jafari, Trottier Release Date05/04/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-487-143727-R01 Numerical Modelling and Laboratory Simulation of Subsurface Fluid Migration from Small Pipeline Leaks Release DateMay 4, 2017 The dispersion and migration behavior of hydrocarbon products leaking at low rates (i.e. 1bbl/day and 10 bbl/day) from a pipeline have been studied using a combination of experimental leakage tests and numerical simulations. The focus of this study was to determine the influence of subsurface ... More Info
George, Thorson Release Date04/19/2017 CopyrightPRCI 2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-015-15608-R01 Sample Probe Insertion Depth Testing Release DateApril 19, 2017 Probes for natural gas sample collection and analysis must extend far enough into the pipeline to avoid contaminants at the pipe wall, but must not be so long that there is a risk of flow induced resonant vibration and failure. PRCI has sponsored a project to determine the minimum probe depth for ... More Info
Price, Yoel, Asari Release Date03/30/2017 Free download for members HERE. PRCI Airborne Threat Detection System Prototype Development and Analysis: ROW-3 A/C Final Report Release DateMarch 30, 2017This report describes the development and analysis of the prototype Automated Threat Detection System (ATDS), an aircraft-mounted technology system capable of automatically acquiring, analyzing, and communicating data that identifies pipeline Right-of-Way (ROW) machinery threats with high ... More Info
King Release Date03/27/2017 Free download for members HERE. State-of-the-Art Review of the Performance of FBE Pipeline Coating Release DateMarch 27, 2017This report describes a review of the long-term field performance and the failure modes and effects of fusion-bonded epoxy (FBE) external pipeline coating. Field data have been obtained from various PRCI member companies and, where possible, are used to validate information obtained from the review ... More Info
Millott Release Date03/16/2017 Free download for members HERE. Continuous Engine Performance Monitoring Technical Specification Release DateMarch 16, 2017This document is intended to serve as a technical specification and best practices guide for implementation of a successful Continuous Engine Performance Monitoring System (CEPM). The CEPM systems are defined by weighing the required levels of compliance, remote maintenance, and monitoring ... More Info
Lieuwen, et al. Release Date03/16/2017 Free download for members HERE. Effect of Variability in Fuel on Operation and Reliability of Gas Turbine Release DateMarch 16, 2017Pipeline natural gas, while dominantly composed of methane, also contains various amounts of diluents, hydrogen, and hydrocarbons. The objective of this report is to describe how variations in fuel composition influence gas turbine emissions, operability, and operational range (turndown). A key ... More Info
Ellor, Ault Release Date03/10/2017 Free download for members HERE. The Effects of Spray Polyurethane Foam on the Cathodic Protection of Pipelines Release DateMarch 10, 2017The current program examined the use of structural spray polyurethane foams (SPF) used in the pipeline industry as line supports (foam ditch pads) or as erosion-control devices (foam trench breakers). Of concern are requirements that pipelines are protected by “non-shielding” coatings and that ... More Info
Lee Release Date03/06/2017 Free download for members HERE. PR-398-133719-R02 Inspection of Composite Repairs for Pipelines and Piping – Phase 3 Further NDE Trials Release DateMarch 6, 2017In the current extension of the work, three additional inspection trials were successfully completed by two NDE vendors, Sonomatic Ltd and Testex, Inc. The Sonomatic inspection team used two advanced ultrasonic techniques, M-skip and Dynamic Response Spectroscopy (DRS). The Testex team used an ... More Info