Understanding Pipeline Long Range Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing & Interpretation of Results
Why: Long Range Guided Wave Ultrasonic (LRGWU) testing equipment and results have improved greatly in the last two years. Pipeline owner/operators and integrity managers of processing facilities now have new options for assessing piping. New pipeline integrity regulations allow pipeline owner/operators to utilize a combination of new technologies (Direct Assessment) that provide alternatives to Hydrostatic testing or expensive upgrades for inspection purposes. LRGWU has been used in integrity management programs and can provide assessments acceptable to OPS when properly applied. LRGWU also offers cost saving options for inspections related to process safety management in refineries and chemical plants. This course is designed for operating company personnel who are interested in the technology and may wish to utilize the technology in the future. A second day will be specifically allocated to familiarization with the equipment including standard equipment checks, calibration, signal recognition, analyzing the data and what to expect in a final report. However, emerging technologies have limitations and advantages which must be understood before applying these advanced techniques. LRGWU is a newly accepted method for evaluating insulated pipes, cased sections, road crossings, compressor station piping, buried pipelines, tank dike piping and most piping systems which are difficult to access and which in the past could not be inspected economically. The following short-course is being offered to operators involved in static equipment inspection such as Pipeline Operators, Refinery Inspection Managers, Petrochemical Inspection Managers, Offshore Platform and Offshore Top-Side Platform Inspectors whom manage and want to improve their integrity management programs. Understanding Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing & Interpretation of Results is a two day course which will (1) provide a basic understanding of how the technology works, (2) summarize the techniques' benefits and limitations, (3) summarize the steps involved in using the tool properly, (4) demonstrate how the tool is used in the field, (5) overview of interpretation principals, what to look for, how to select a qualified vendor, and a review of various case studies to assist in understanding the successful application of this technique. This course is not intended to teach the student how to use the equipment or become a certified operator but will provide information relative to selecting a qualified vendor and planning successful projects where LRGWU will be used. Courses and certifications are available for those whom would potentially be interested in operating the equipment. Where: Technical Toolboxes, Inc. offices located at 3801 Kirby Drive, Suite 501, Houston, TX 77098. Inside Loop 610 close to the intersection of I59 and Kirby (map to be provided). Price: $1,350.00 per person.
Sponsors & Instructor: Technical Toolboxes, Inc. as strategic marketing partner of the Pipeline Research Council International, Inc. (PRCI) is sponsoring the event. PRCI is the organization responsible for the funding and development of the Guided Wave technology. Scott Lebsack is the instructor. He has been using the technology since its introduction in the US and directed a three year research program sponsored by the DoT to advance the technology specifically for pipeline applications. Terms and Conditions: One registration is required per person. Upon receipt of your registration an invoice will be generated for payment. Payment is due 30 days from receipt. ½ of the course fee will be refunded provided written cancellation is received within 48 hours of the course start. Day Program Understanding the use of Long Range Guided Waves and Inspection Data Course Schedule Day 1 - Morning 8:00 Introduction & Course Overview 8:20 Corrosion and its Detection 9:00 Introduction to Guided Waves 9:20 Break 9:30 Introduction to Guided Waves con't. 10:00 Guided Wave Equipment 10:45 Review & Questions 12:00 Noon - Lunch Break 1:30 Characteristics of Guided Waves 2:30 Procedures and Conditions 3:15 Break 3:30 Principals of Interpretation 4:40 Focusing Guided Waves 5:00 Adjourn Day 2 - Morning 8:00 In transit to Demonstrations 9:00 Demo # 1 TBD 11:00 Demo # 2 TBD 12:00 Noon Lunch (Schedule and plans according to demonstration schedule) 1:00 Return to Classroom 1:20 Review, questions and course comments 4:30 Course Review Quiz 5:00 AdjournDay 2 Guided Wave Lab Demo Agenda (Subject to Equipment Availability) Equipment review and set-up procedures Review each component of the system 1. Explain its use or purpose 2. Explain field procedures for trouble shooting, work abounds if any, and effect if it malfunctions a. Power supply b. PCMCIA interface and card (Teletest only) c. Fixed collars and modular collars d. Transducer modules 3. Capacitance checks and cable checks 4. When to change a transducer or module Software set-up parameters 1. Go through step by step procedure for setting up a shot 2. Selecting frequency, etc. Test Shot Demos
1. Demo a test shot and present data relative to the test pipe. 2. Have students measure the distances from the collar to the pipe features 3. Demonstrate measuring features on the screen Sample report review Review the sample report; point out important aspects, iso's, pictures, location descriptions, defect descriptions and verifications Return to Classroom in Houston Review, questions and course improvement discussion Adjourn End of training Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing on Above Ground and Buried Pipelines The low frequency ultrasonic guided wave inspection technique has been developed for the rapid survey of piping systems for the detection of both internal and external corrosion or erosion features. The principal advantage is that long lengths, 100 feet or more in each direction may be examined from a single setup location along a buried pipeline and even more when inspecting above ground pipe work. thickness measurements are inconsistent with a low probability of detection. The Guided Wave technology provides many benefits when compared to conventional ultrasonic flaw detection techniques. One (1) this technique inspects 100% of the pipe body where as conventional techniques inspect only a small percentage of the pipe wall. The ability to inspect 100% of the pipe increases the probability of detection which in turn gives greater confidence in the systems integrity. Two (2) is used to inspect piping which is difficult to access such as road crossings but more importantly where access to the pipe is cost prohibitive. The Long Range Guided Wave Ultrasonic Technology is a proven method for evaluating: Insulated Pipe in Refineries, Petrochemical Plants & Offshore Topsides Offshore Pipeline Risers (Particularly the Splash Zone) Pipe Road Crossings within refineries or along transmission pipelines Pipeline Road Crossings which are identified has having shorted casings Non-Piggable Pipelines in Compressor or Pump Stations Loading lines and associated pipe work within terminals Pipe crossing through tank dykes or within tank farms Above Ground or Buried Production Gathering Systems Soil / Air Interfaces on risers in plants River Crossings or Overhead Bridged Crossings Non-piggable pipelines or as part of the ECDA Methodology As part of the Internal Corrosion Direct Assessment Methodology As demonstrated in many technical documents
Understanding Pipeline Long Range Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing & Interpretation of Results Please complete the attached form and fax to TTI at 713-630-0560 Course Date: Course Cost: $1,350.00 Name/Title Company Address Address City, State, ZIP Country Phone/Mobile Fax E-mail CC Number Expiration Date Signature* Payment by Credit Card Circle One: VISA MasterCard AMEX * By signing above I commit to paying the course fee when invoiced Technical Toolboxes 3801 Kirby Drive, Suite 520 Houston, TX 77098 Tel: 713-533-0390 Fax: 713-630-0560 Email: sschindewolf@prci.com