An Oregon city used SFE Global, together with INGU Pipers, to detect leaks, air pockets, and debris in a 16-inch sewer force main. Results identified significant air pockets and debris causing a 16% capacity reduction in the pipeline.
After performing a condition assessment of their sewer pump station, the City and their consultant looked to the force main as the likely candidate for why they were seeing reduced pumping capacity on one of its crucial sewer force mains, a 16-inch ductile iron pipe stretching 2,300 feet. The city needed to address two primary concerns to ensure the optimal performance of this vital infrastructure:
The presence of air pockets could lead to inefficiencies and potential corrosion due to the accumulation of hydrogen sulfide gas, while debris and scale build-up could significantly reduce the pipe’s capacity, impacting the overall efficiency of the sewer system.
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To tackle these issues, the city partnered with SFE Global to utilize the advanced capabilities of INGU Pipers, a free-floating inline survey tool designed to collect critical pipeline information. This tool was ideal for identifying leaks, air pockets, pressure profiles, debris, and scaling within the pipeline.
SFE Global deployed the INGU Pipers tool to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the sewer force main. The tool provided data on the pressure profile, hydraulic grade line (HGL), air pockets, leaks, and debris/scale.
The detailed assessment conducted by SFE Global using INGU Pipers provided crucial insights into the condition of the sewer force main:
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Based on these findings, the city was able to plan for progressive pig cleaning to remove debris and scale. This would be followed by a high-resolution inspection to assess the detailed pipe wall condition and determine the remaining usable life of the pipeline.
The partnership with SFE Global and the utilization of INGU Pipers technology allowed the city to gain a comprehensive understanding of their sewer force main's condition. By identifying air pockets and debris build-up, the city could take proactive measures to maintain and improve the pipeline’s efficiency and longevity.
Discover how SFE Global can help you achieve similar success in your pipeline projects. Contact us today to learn more about our services and solutions for comprehensive pipeline assessment and maintenance.
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We begin with thorough consultations, understanding your unique needs and aligning with all stakeholders.
We work with you to create detailed designs and specifications, helping you craft winning proposals for municipal projects.
We execute the project with rigorous quality assurance and continuous monitoring, ensuring compliance with municipal standards and preventing costly failures.
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An Arizona city needed to ensure their twinned 24-inch 9.5-mile sewer force mains could handle increased inflow. SFE Global used the progressive pigging approach together with SmartFoam™ technology for a high-resolution condition assessment, identifying and addressing critical issues to enhance pipeline safety, reliability, and cost-effective maintenance.
Partnering with a pigging expert will give you peace of mind that your pipeline is being looked after by industry professionals with years of experience.
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