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 ... 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 ... 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 ... 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
Cazenave, Gao Release Date12/12/2016 Free download for members HERE. Development of an Industry Test Facility and Qualification Process for ILI Technology Release DateDecember 12, 2016The project “Development of an Industry Test Facility and Qualification Processes for in-line inspection (ILI) technology Evaluation and Enhancements” aims to expand knowledge of ILI technology performance and identify gaps where new technology is needed. Additionally, this project aims to provide ... More Info
Hohn, Zeng Release Date08/05/2016 Free download for members HERE. Modeling of NSCR Performance with Natural Gas Exhaust Release DateAugust 5, 2016There is a need for highly efficient processes for treating the engine exhaust from natural gas-powered engine in order to meet current and potential environmental regulations. One means to do so is to employ dithering, where the air to fuel ratio sent to the engine is cycled between high and low ... More Info
Grimley, Grant Release Date07/26/2016 Free download for members HERE. Variation in Orifice Plate Flow Performance as a Function of Geometric Plate Tolerances Release DateJuly 26, 2016Flow measurement tests were conducted with more than 25 API 14.3 compliant orifice plates that had been geometrically characterized. Possible sources for the variability in the flow measurement performance of these plates were investigated relative to the measured plate geometry elements. More Info
Mittelstadt, et al. Release Date07/06/2016 Free download for members HERE. Guidelines for Use of Hydrostatic Testing Release DateJuly 6, 2016Pipeline Research Council International (PRCI) has undertaken a program to develop comprehensive guidance for the pipeline industry on the use of hydrostatic testing as an integrity management tool. Integrity management of carbon steel mainline piping is the focus of this work, however selected ... More Info
Ridens, Simons, Brun Release Date07/01/2016 Free download for members HERE. Equations of State Comparison for Pipeline Compressor Applications Release DateJuly 1, 2016In order to have an improved understanding of the applicability of standard EOS in pipeline applications, a set of gas physical property tests were undertaken with sweet and sour natural gas and CO2 mixtures at typical pipeline compositions and conditions, including new high pressure dense phase ... More Info
Timmermans et al. Release Date06/02/2016 Free download for members HERE. Development of Guidance on Subsea Launchers and Receivers - Phase 3 Release DateJune 2, 2016In Phase 1 of this project, a complete catalog of existing launching and receiving systems was created and experience feedback from a broad industry group was gathered. The majority of the hazards identified from the Phase 1 feedback were related to the installation, operation, and environmental ... More Info
Hawley, Thorson Release Date05/19/2016 Free download for members HERE. Effect of Upstream Piping Components on Ultrasonic Flow Meter Accuracy Release DateMay 19, 2016This project investigated the velocity profile downstream from three commercially available dry gas filters and the effect of this profile on an ultrasonic meter installed in an AGA 9 default configuration. The inlet profile and condition of the filter element were varied to determine the ... More Info
Zurcher Release Date05/16/2016 Free download for members HERE. Improving the Performance of the ECDA Methodology Release DateMay 16, 2016This study evaluated the effectiveness of ECDA as an inspection methodology and integrity assessment process. This was performed through a series of steps including the following: • Developing and sending out questionnaires to a broad array of pipeline companies. The questionnaire looked for ... More Info