Crack Assessment in Pipelines: Towards a More Realistic View of Risk
Managing cracks in hydrocarbon pipelines is a complex challenge. GIE complements traditional deterministic analyses with a probabilistic approach. Using Monte Carlo simulations, uncertainty in key parameters is considered, allowing for the evaluation of more realistic risk scenarios.
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Risks in Providing Pressure Piping Fittings and How to Avoid Them
The design of piping systems in the oil industry demands precision in fitting selection, where specifying only the Schedule proves insufficient. Recent studies reveal that many components fail to meet certified properties, necessitating more rigorous quality controls to prevent costly failures during pressure tests.
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Benefits of Systematizing the ECDA Process
External Corrosion Direct Assessment (ECDA) offers a structured methodology to maintain the integrity of pipelines that cannot be inspected by conventional methods. This note of interest addresses the importance of systematizing the ECDA methodology for effective integrity management of gas pipelines in environments where internal inspections are not feasible.
Reliability and Service Life Extension of Marine Hoses
Hydrocarbon hoses are critical components in Oil&Gas that require regular certification. Learn through this article about recertification services that extend their service life up to 5 years.
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Digitalization of the Visual Inspection Process: Optimization and Data Management in Physical Assets
The digital transformation of the visual inspection process for physical assets significantly optimized data collection and management. Implementing tablets and the Lemon Forms® application replaced manual records and digital cameras, enabling integrated documentation, offline work, and automatic synchronization.
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Optimization of Safety in Hydrocarbon Transportation Systems
In this study, GIE GROUP specialists developed an interdisciplinary approach to enhance the safety of hydrocarbon transportation systems. Through advanced analyses such as HAZOP and LOPA, critical risks in pipeline infrastructure are identified and mitigated, ensuring safer and more reliable operations.
