The preferred method for repairing, performing maintenance or modifying work on a pressurized live pipeline is hot tapping and line plugging. These technologies make it possible for pipeline operators and owners to locate, isolate and bypass entire sections of pipe. This allows projects to be completed without the need of shutting down the system or losing product.
So what is line plugging? Pipeline plugging is the way to safely isolate and bypass an entire section of pipeline to enable work to be done on a pressurized system without having to shut down the line under operating conditions. There are several reasons isolation of the line may be required:
Upon completion of the modification or repair, the line is equalized and the plugging head and other equipment is removed. Some of the industries served by this method include: transmission pipelines, gas and/or water distribution lines, gas processing plants, refineries, subsea pipelines, petrochemical plants, offshore production and/or processing platforms and more. Professional Piping Services, Inc. takes pride in offering the best of all areas of pipeline care.. They have been in business over 30 years and employee staff who are OSHA trained and well educated in the various types of piping as well as the many applications of cleaning that are available. Contact them today toll free at 800-780-6098 or locally in the Tampa Bay Florida area at 813-994-0032 to discuss all your piping needs.
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