Pipeline & Facility Integrity — Engineering Services
Pipeline Integrity Assessment
Engineering assessment of pipeline integrity covering threat identification, condition evaluation, and fitness-for-service determination for regulated pipeline systems and facility piping — supporting safe continued operation and regulatory compliance.
- —Pipeline integrity assessment covering external corrosion, internal corrosion, SCC, and mechanical damage
- —Condition evaluation aligned with CSA Z662, API 1160, and ASME B31.4/B31.8
- —Review and interpretation of in-line inspection, direct assessment, and hydrostatic test data
- —Threat identification and integrity concern prioritisation
- —Fitness-for-service determination for pipeline segments with identified anomalies
- —Support for regulatory compliance and integrity management programme requirements
- —Applicable to regulated pipeline systems and facility piping interfaces
- —Documented engineering assessment supporting repair and maintenance decisions
ILI Data Interpretation & Fitness Review
Engineering interpretation of in-line inspection data including anomaly assessment, dig prioritisation, and fitness-for-service review — translating ILI vendor reports into actionable integrity decisions for pipeline operators.
- —Independent engineering interpretation of in-line inspection data and vendor reports
- —Anomaly assessment against CSA Z662 requirements and API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 principles where applicable
- —Dig prioritisation based on assessed anomaly severity and consequence
- —Evaluation of metal loss, dent, and crack-like features reported by ILI tools
- —Reconciliation of ILI findings with previous inspection data and operating history
- —Structured action plan with response timelines and technical justification
- —Integration with pipeline integrity management programmes and regulatory reporting
- —Independent engineering support distinct from ILI vendor services
External Corrosion & Cathodic Protection Assessment
Assessment of external corrosion threats and cathodic protection effectiveness on pipeline systems and buried or submerged equipment, supporting corrosion management and integrity assurance for below-grade assets.
- —Assessment of external corrosion threats on pipelines, buried piping, and submerged equipment
- —Evaluation of cathodic protection system performance and adequacy
- —Review of pipe-to-soil potential data, close-interval surveys, and current drain surveys
- —Coating condition assessment and degradation evaluation
- —Application of NACE/AMPP practices and CSA Z662 cathodic protection requirements
- —External corrosion severity assessment using ILI data or direct examination findings
- —Identification of areas with inadequate protection or accelerated corrosion
- —Documented assessment supporting corrosion management and integrity programme decisions
Facility Integrity Management Plan Development
Development of facility-level integrity management plans that establish the framework for managing equipment integrity across operating plants, terminals, compressor stations, and processing facilities.
- —Facility-level integrity management plan development for operating sites
- —Coverage of pressure equipment, piping, storage tanks, and structural elements
- —Definition of inspection, assessment, and repair management processes
- —Integration of RBI, damage mechanism management, and fitness-for-service programmes
- —Alignment with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards
- —Clear accountability and role definition for integrity management activities
- —Performance monitoring and plan review arrangements
- —Practical and proportionate to facility risk and operational complexity
Pressure Vessel Integrity Assessment
Engineering assessment of pressure vessel integrity covering condition evaluation, fitness-for-service analysis, remaining life determination, and compliance with API 510 and applicable jurisdictional requirements.
- —Pressure vessel integrity assessment aligned with API 510 and jurisdictional requirements
- —Evaluation of inspection findings including thickness data, NDE results, and visual examination
- —Fitness-for-service analysis per API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 for identified flaws or degradation
- —Remaining life calculation for vessels subject to corrosion, cracking, creep, or hydrogen damage
- —Assessment against original design requirements and current operating conditions
- —Support for continued operation decisions and re-inspection interval determination
- —Repair-versus-replace evaluation for degraded or end-of-life vessels
- —Documented engineering assessment suitable for jurisdictional and regulatory review
Integrity Management Plan Development
Development of integrity management plans for pipeline systems in accordance with CSA Z662 and API 1160, establishing the framework for systematic threat management, condition assessment, and regulatory compliance.
- —Pipeline integrity management plan development aligned with CSA Z662 and API 1160
- —Threat identification and risk assessment for pipeline systems
- —Condition assessment programme definition including method selection and intervals
- —Integrity response criteria and repair management process establishment
- —Performance monitoring and continuous improvement provisions
- —Management of change integration for pipeline modifications and operating changes
- —Practical and proportionate plan structure suitable for regulatory review
- —Applicable to transmission, gathering, and other pipeline systems where appropriate
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