Intelligent Pigging (IP) is one of the most emerging and promising inspecting solution in wide range of industries

 

Intelligent Pigging (IP) is an innovative technique of inspection of underground pipelines with advanced digital technology to identify their state. It's widely being used to collect key data, including the location and current status of deterioration or other structural irregularities in the pipeline's inner wall. These defects can be anything from worn pipe seals to root infiltrations. With the use of a high-speed camera, the camera can rapidly detect problems in an instant, allowing pipeline operators to address the problem and make necessary repairs before it gets worse. The process is 100% automated and works in tandem with the operator's knowledge of the pipeline's operational environment.

There are many different types of IP cameras, which have differing levels of sensitivity for different types of defects in pipes. The two most commonly used types in the field include the co-line camera and the multistage camera. Co-Line - Co-lined intelligent pigging systems are one of the simplest types, providing a cost-effective solution for pre-commissioning inspection techniques. The system uses two cameras to provide the operator with three-dimensional real-time imaging. One camera provides a full 360-degree, panoramic view, while a second camera provides a lower angle view. Because of their simple construction, co-lined intelligent pigging systems have very low maintenance requirements and provide the best possible performance, making them highly suitable for many applications. The two cameras operate independently, allowing the operator to switch between views at any time.

Multistat - This system uses a single camera with a pan/tilt/zoom function. The operator enters a text into the system and then operates the camera to view the area of interest. Multiple images can be displayed using the operator's on-screen keyboard. Because of their relatively high performance, multistat cameras are suitable for both low throughput and high throughput applications, making them a top choice in the intelligent pigging market size range.