AbaData has acquired TRIAGE by Trusted Pipeline Advisor.into

Before resuming operations, the license holder must maintain a comprehensive record of the pipeline's history, ensuring it was not discontinued due to structural integrity issues. If the reason for discontinuation is unclear, a thorough engineering assessment is necessary, which includes hazard analysis, structural integrity evaluation, and mitigation strategies for future performance upon reactivation.

The seller must follow CSA Z662 and Pipeline Rules when transferring a pipeline license to the buyer. Compliance records must be handed over on the transfer date. If records are missing or incomplete, an engineering assessment is needed to confirm the pipeline's fitness, including hazard analysis and mitigation strategies for reliable future use.

Performing a formal engineering assessment for a new pipeline before commissioning offers key benefits aligning with best practices and regulations. It analyzes risks like corrosion and mechanical failure, enhancing vulnerability identification and reducing incidents. It ensures compliance with CSA Z662 and regulations, minimizing legal issues and expediting approval from bodies like the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER).

The Wellsite Inspections module of AbaData ensures that wellsite equipment is in good condition and operations are compliant with regulations. The module enables field operators to check and log issues related to gate locks, building repair, sign visibility, noise levels, and equipment security, helping operators to proactively manage wellsite operations and identify potential issues.

A formal engineering assessment thoroughly evaluates external corrosion risks, including coating damage and cathodic protection effectiveness. Following CSA Z662 standards ensures compliance, cuts legal risks, and speeds up approvals. The assessment provides clear mitigation and monitoring measures for enhanced pipeline safety and efficiency. Plus, it yields valuable data for future integrity management programs.

A formal engineering assessment is essential to establish a rigorous hydrostatic test plan, ensuring pipeline integrity pre-operation. Compliance with CSA Z662 and Pipeline Regulation reduces legal risks and speeds approvals. It defines test parameters, safety margins (e.g., 1.4x MOP for high H2S), and suggests alternative integrity validation methods if hydrostatic testing is not feasible, all while maintaining safety and efficiency.

The Corporate Management System (SLMS) PART 2 - Pipeline Operations and Maintenance Manual (POMM) is a comprehensive guide, aligned with regulatory standards and TRIAGE by AbaData hazard assessments. It covers various pipelines, materials, and aims to define roles, responsibilities, and create site-specific management plans for safe operation. Compliance with CSA Z662-019 Annex N (Sections 8, 9, and 11), CSA Z662-019 Annex B, CSA Z662-019 Section 3, CSA Z662-019 Annex A, and CAN/CSA-ISO 31000 is ensured for risk management.

The corporate SLMS - Pipeline Integrity Management Program (IMP-P) is a comprehensive plan covering the entire pipeline life cycle, from design to abandonment or removal. This program involves managing critical work tasks and processes, ensuring effective control, resource availability, and performance measurement. Its goal is to establish a foundation for continuous improvement in the safe and environmentally responsible operation of the corporate pipeline infrastructure.

Following a pipeline failure, a comprehensive engineering assessment, employing FMEA, pinpoints root causes and proposes corrective actions. It evaluates potential failure modes, links them to the specific failure event, and offers mitigation measures. Post-implementation evaluations are part of the assessment. FMEA analysis informs decision-making for ongoing integrity management programs.

Traditional annual CP surveys in the oil and gas industry for AER Pipeline Rules compliance may not suffice. A risk-based approach using TRIAGE data service for CP surveillance scheduling is more effective, with the AER recognizing the value of a formal SLMS. This system prioritizes surveillance based on risk assessment and suggests cost-effective alternative inspections to meet regulatory requirements.

Our engineering service optimizes TRIAGE Pipeline Risk Assessment Data integration into field operations, improving risk assessments and integration with pipeline integrity management programs. It ensures easy access and actionability of data for field teams, promoting effective corrosion mitigation and resource allocation. This integration guarantees pipelines operate safely and reliably while enhancing corrosion mitigation, monitoring, and inspection strategies for cost efficiency.

Q-ICDA is an advanced engineering service for high-risk pipelines in TRIAGE data. Developed and proven in the global oil and gas industry, it serves as the basis for NACE-ICDA standards. Using computational models, Q-ICDA predicts corrosion rates and offers maintenance protocols, helping field operations teams optimize resource allocation for cost-effective reliability and capacity.

Boost pipeline efficiency with our advanced PIPESIM and OLGA-S flow modelling. Locate flow bottlenecks and schedule mechanical pigging for optimal capacity and corrosion prevention. Gain predictive maintenance, cost savings, and data-driven decision-making for streamlined pipeline operations.

Protect your downhole equipment from costly failures with our specialized engineering assessment. Use advanced simulations for well configuration and production modelling, identify potential corrosion risks and get tailored operational recommendations for equipment longevity and reduced BOE lifting costs.