IP Pipeline Technology’s self-propelled MFL technology successfully deployed

By: Fred Lee/Li Guanying, IP Pipeline Technology

In a groundbreaking development, IP Pipeline Technology has achieved a significant milestone by completing the first-ever domestic project involving the deployment of self-propelled Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) technology for pipeline inspection. This remarkable achievement, carried out in May 2023, entailed inspecting a 52.5-kilometer-long pipeline with a diameter of 28 inches. The project focused on baseline detection to ensure the integrity and safety of the newly constructed pipeline, and the inspection data obtained proved to be complete, valid, and met the precision error specifications as stated in the equipment specification document and the relevant standards and regulations.

The successful deployment of the self-propelled MFL technology in the aforementioned project holds immense promise for revolutionizing pipeline inspections, particularly in the area of baseline detection for newly constructed pipelines.

The use of self-propelled MFL technology in pipeline inspections offers a multitude of advantages over traditional methods. By combining its unique design and autonomous crawling capability, this cutting-edge tool significantly enhances performance and data quality. The reduction in frictional resistance allows for smooth traversal along the pipeline, ensuring prolonged operational lifespan while maintaining high precision in detecting metal loss.

The inspection of the 52.5-kilometer pipeline with a diameter of 28 inches was conducted to establish a baseline for detecting any potential defects or irregularities before the pipeline goes into operation. The integrity of the pipeline is of utmost importance, and the meticulous inspection carried out using the self-propelled MFL technology yielded accurate and reliable results.

Field excavations conducted as part of the verification process further confirmed the precision of the inspection data obtained through the self-propelled MFL technology. The findings matched the accuracy and precision error specified in the equipment specification document, as well as the relevant standards and regulations, solidifying the tool's credibility and effectiveness.

IP PIPELINE TECHNOLOGY is thrilled by this accomplishment and eagerly anticipates the widespread adoption of this cutting-edge technology in the oil and gas industry. The successful implementation of self-propelled MFL technology for baseline detection in pipeline inspections showcases its immense potential in providing novel solutions to ensure the safety and integrity of newly constructed pipelines.

As IP PIPELINE TECHNOLOGY continues to refine and improve this state-of-the-art technology, the oil and gas industry can expect to witness a paradigm shift in pipeline inspection practices. The company remains committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation, offering safer and more efficient solutions to meet the ever-growing demands of the industry.

Figure 1 Before launching

Figure 2 After receiving