Pipeline Repair, Hot Tapping & In-Service Welding Course (Adelaide)

Avoid Shutdowns & Service Interruptions. Realise Economic & Environmental Benefits.

The objective of this course is to provide an in-depth overview of the various aspects of pipeline modification and repair (full encirclement sleeves, hot taps and so on) and to address the concerns associated with welding onto in-service pipelines.

A thorough understanding of the factors that affect welding onto in-service pipelines helps avoid pipeline shutdowns and interruptions of service, thereby bolstering both economic and environmental benefits for operators and welders alike. Plus, repairs can be undertaken efficiently, effectively and with full confidence.

Who Should Attend?

Pipeline engineers, designers, operators and service professionals who are involved with the maintenance, design, inspection and repair of oil and gas pipelines.

Course Overview

The course includes a review and critical analysis of available thermal analysis models, including the original Battelle model, the heat sink capacity method and the PRCI thermal model for Hot Tap Welding.

Course attendees will learn why these models, while useful as planning tools, should not be regarded as ‘magic bullets’ against hydrogen cracking in hot tap welding by utilising comparative examples.

This course will give an unbiased analysis of the best strategies for avoiding burn through and the development of crack susceptible weld microstructures. It will also cover the latest defect assessment methods for pipeline engineers and managers, from simple, quick assessments through to more detailed ‘fitness for purpose’ analysis.

The course will dispel several misconceptions that have developed pertaining to operating practices required to safely weld onto an in-service pipeline.

It will demonstrate that the application of industry best practices for pipeline repair, hot tapping and in-service welding can help:

• Ensure the safety of workers

• Reduce the probability of a shutdown, failure or

service interruption

• Extend the lifecycle of pipeline systems

Course Content

 The course will cover:

·        Pipeline Repair Hot Tapping and In-Service Welding

·        Defect Assessment Prior to Repair

·        Welding Processes, Discontinuities and Defects

·        Burn Through and Related Safety Concerns

·        Hydrogen Cracking Concerns

·        Full Encirclement Repair Sleeves

·        Hot Tap Branch Connections

·        Pipeline Repair by Weld Deposition

·        Non-Welded Repairs

·        Selecting an Appropriate Repair Method

·        Code and Regulatory Requirements

·        Procedure Selection for Hot Tap and Repair Sleeve Welding

·        Practical Aspects of Hot Tap and Repair Sleeve Welding

·        Alternative Welding Processes for In-Service Welding

·        Lessons from Past Pipeline Repair Incidents

Course Details

Sydney

Date: Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 April 2022

Venue: West Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton

Address: 65 Sussex Street, Sydney NSW 2000

Start time: 9:00am – 5pm

Adelaide

Date: Tuesday 3 and Wednesday 4 May 2022

Venue: Stamford Plaza Adelaide

Address: 150 North Terrace

Adelaide SA 5000

Room: Clare Room

(Morning tea, working lunch and afternoon tea included)

Start Time: 9:00am – 5pm

Register Today

Early Bird Special (ends on 1 April 2022):

• Weld Australia Members: $3,410 inc GST

• Non Weld Australia Members: $3,718 inc GST

Price After 1 April 2022:

• Weld Australia Members: $3,610 inc GST

• Non Weld Australia Members: $3,918 inc GST