Pipeline Leak Detection and Localisation
Rapid reaction capabilities in case of pipeline leaks
Challenge
Whether it be long-distance pipelines for oil and gas, pipelines for transportation of dangerous gases such as CO or cooling lines for critical infrastructures: in any case, leaks can have significant consequences – in terms of profitability and for the environment.
Solution
For highly accurate and extremely reliable leak information KROHNE provides PipePatrol Leak Detection solutions. Combining Extended Real Time Transient Modelling (E-RTTM) with a patented leak pattern recognition module, PipePatrol's fast and accurate detection of spontaneous or small creeping leaks. The System can e.g. detect a leak as small as 3mm in a 140 km fuel pipeline in less than 5 minutes and after a product loss of no more than 35 litres. The solution works at steady-state and transient pipeline conditions.
Safety benefits
Effective hazard mitigation in the event of pipeline accidents
The most sensitive and accurate internal leak detection system available
Outstanding reliability due to "Leak Pattern Recognition"
Continuous and robust monitoring during all pipeline operating conditions
For liquid, gas, water, hydrogen and multiproduct pipelines
Can be a completely independent solution or integrated into existing instrumentation and control systems
Meets national and international standards (TRFL, API 1117 and 1130, AB 865, CSA Z662, etc.)
Install base of more than 400 gas and liquid pipelines
The only system that monitors 75 TRFL pipelines