Ahead of Competition

competency
planning,
creativity and skill

PSL INSPECTION INTEGRITY

SERVICES PROVIDES COST EFFECTIVE
ASSET MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
FOR OUR CLIENTSAROUND THE GLOBE

PSL Inspection Integrity is a market leader in pipeline

and piping inspection and materials technology. The
company offers an unmatched technical level of
expertise. No other company can match our ability to
offer complex interdisciplinary services in this field.
Our inspection techniques range from standard
methods to the most advanced technology methods
developed in conjunction with our customers and
suppliers.

PSL Inspection Integrity operates in the pipeline,

piping process and refinery markets for clients in
the international energy business, for both onshore
and offshore installations and facilities.
PSL Inspection Integrity provides the highest level
of expertise in specialist technology and also total
packages from inspection planning, data acquisition,
trend monitoring, integrity assessment through to
overall asset management services.
Our engineers and operators are certified in
accordance with all relevant standards and
requirements. PSL Inspection Integrity is an ISO
9001 certified company.

OBJECTIVES
The key objective of PSL Inspection Integrity is to
provide strategic, cost effective data and information
for high value decisions.

PROCESS
AND STRATEGY
REMOTE SYSTEMS
INFORMATION

PIG DEPARTURE / ARRIVAL

VALVE CLOSURE
LEAK DETECTION
HYDROTESTING
TOUCHDOWN
MONITORING

CONTENTS

GEOMETRY
AND SHAPE

PRODUCT
CHARACTERISTICS

DATA AQUISITION
FOR PIPELINE/
PIPING SYSTEMS

POSITION / LOCATION
DEFLECTED SHAPE
WALL THICKNESS
ANTICIPATED WALL
THICKNESS LOSS
OVALITY / DENTS

PRESSURE
TEMPERATURE
CORROSIVITY
FLOW VELOCITY
PHASE CHANGES

PIPELIFE TECHNOLOGY

Pig Home System

Smart Gauge Plate (ACME)

Impact / Shock Logger

Electronic Valve Actuation

and Monitoring (EVA / LVI)

Pipeline System 3D Geometry/

8
Out of Straightness Tool (OSCAR)
Touch Down Monitoring System
(TDM)
Subsea Pressure Test Logger
Data Loggers

Mobile Meta Loss Rate Tool

10
(MMLR)
PSL Deposited Data Logger (DDL)
Standard Pipeline Cleaning

THE SERVICE
PROJECT SPECIFIC
INSPECTION PROGRAMME(S)
DATA COLLATION
AND MANAGEMENT
TREND MONITORING AND
INTEGRITY ASSESSMENT
THROUGH LIFE ASSET
MANAGEMENT

11

PipeScan

12-13

Intelligent Pipeline
Cleaning Technology

14-15

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ASSET LIFE TECHNOLOGY

Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) 18

Automated Ultrasonic Technology

information
AQUISITION
MANAGEMENT
INTEGRATION

EFFICIENCY

RESPONSE
TIME

ASSET
MANAGEMENT
SOLUTIONS

COST
EFFECTIVENESS

19

Video Inspection Technology

20

NDT Test Methods

21

Material Technology Services

22

Fatigue and Vibration Measurement 23

SOLV

evaluation

action
RECTIFICATION
INTERVENTION

Screening Inspection Technology

ANALYSIS
ASSESSMENT
VERIFICATION

CERTIFICATION OF
LIFTING APPLIANCES

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THE BUSINESS
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Inspection Integrity is primarily concerned with the provision of inspection,
data acquisition and integrity assessment services relating to pipeline and/or
piping systems, within the oil and gas sector.
The business consists of two main service arms as follows:
PIPELIFE:

This service range focusses on offshore subsea,

pipeline, riser and manifold systems.

ASSETLIFE:

This service range will focus on onshore piping

associated with process plant, facilities and
refineries.

SPECIALISED
WALL
THICKNESS
SCREENING

DISTANCE
KM/LENGTH
LOGGING

PRESSURE /
TEMPERATURE
LOGGER

SPECIALISED
WELD
INSPECTION

SHOCK/
IMPACT
LOGGING

HIGH RES
UT WALL
THICKNESS

PIPELIFE
AND ASSETLIFE
TECHNOLOGY

SMART
GUAGE
PLATE

CORROSION/
METAL LOSS

PIG
DETECTION
SYSTEMS

3D
GEOMETRY

REMOTE
MONITORING
SYSTEMS

REMOTE
HYDROTEST
SYSTEMS

STANDARD SYSTEMS
USER FRIENDLY DATA
MODULAR APPROACH
FLEXIBILITY
COST EFFECTIVENESS

pipelife technology
PSL Inspection Integrity provides a suit of intelligent data gathering technologies with a focus on through life asset
management of piping systems and related facilities. Data is presented in a user friendly format which can be readily
collected and/or imported to other data management or integrity assessment systems.

PIG HOME
The Pig Home system originally developed by PSL, is a technique for
informing the attendant support vessel that the pipeline pig has
arrived at the pipeline receiver facility. A magnetic anomaly detector
switches on a standard external pinger when the selected pig enters
the receiver. Conventionally, the receipt of a pig is not known and
the vessel typically is on station while an additional 15% line volume
is pumped to ensure pig arrival. The system allows the pumping
operation to stop, with the resultant saving of vessel time.
Confirms pig departure/arrival
Eliminates over pumping
Reduction of chemicals discharged to sea
Physical confirmation that the pigs are actually
in the trap before the DSV leaves location
Schedule and cost savings

ACME SMART GAUGE PLATE

The Smart Gauge Plate System (ACME)* confirms gauge plate
condition without the need for pig removal. It signals to a
remote vessel and saves DSV time.
Arrival Condition Monitoring Equipment (ACME) can be
mounted on to a standard gauging pig to provide information
on the gauge plate condition, without the need to disconnect
and recover the receiver to deck and remove the pig for
visual inspection.
Remotely confirms pipeline bore/ovality acceptability
based on gauge plate integrity
Eliminates requirement for calliper runs
Eliminates early pigtrap removal / pig recovery
Enables immediate commencement of hydrotesting
Increases vessel efficiency
Schedule optimisation and cost reduction
*patent pending

pipelife technology

IMPACT / SHOCK
LOGGER
The Impact loggers can allow gauge
plate damage location to be cost
effectively and precisely identified.
The impact logger is a device which
measures any abrupt changes in
momentum to the passage of the pig,
as it travels through the pipeline.This
allows operators to pinpoint exactly
where any gauge plate damage has
occurred in the pipeline and also be
able to monitor the efficiency of
their pigging programme. Results can
be reviewed immediately on site in
detail, with the shock loggers
specialised operational and display
software.

Low operating costs and is easily adapted

to fit onto client's pigs
Allows immediate access to recorded data
requiring no post-operational processing
Survey results provided in standard office
package format
Various sampling rates to suit clients
requirements

Records location of pipeline weld

beads, pipeline bends, valves,
dents, defects and damage, internal
debris, etc.
Increases vessel efficiency, schedule
optimisation, cost reduction

ELECTRONIC VALVE ACTUATION

AND MONITORING
The EVA/LVI* system allows a remote vessel to close receiver valves, thus eliminating the requirement
for vessel relocation to close valves for subsequent hydrotest.
EVA is a complementary technique which can be used in conjunction with the ACME and Pig Home
systems to further enhance PSLs range of commissioning related services. EVA is a remote actuator
and signaling system, which integrates with the Pig Home and ACME systems to close the discharge
valve on the pig receiver, once the pig has been received in the trap. This allows the hydrostatic test
to proceed without delay, and without relocating the vessel to close the valve at the receiver.
On receipt of the pig at the receiver, it is possible using the EVA system to remotely close the subsea
discharge valve and begin the hydrotesting of the pipeline.The LVI tool has been designed to confirm
that the valve is in fact shut and not leaking.
The tool is designed to allow any leakage to pass easily through the tool and for this fluid movement
to be detected, and a warning signal put out to the PIG HOME system. An acoustic uplink (pinger)
notifies the vessel that there is a leak and that intervention is required to fully isolate the system.

Facilitates remote closure

of discharge valve (EVA)
Confirms seal integrity of
closed discharge valve (LVI)
Enables early
commencement
of hydrotest
Increases vessel efficiency
Cost reduction
Vessel time savings
*patents pending

pipelife technology
PIPELINE SYSTEM
3D GEOMETRY / OUT OF
STRAIGHTNESS TOOL (OSCAR)
The OSCAR* pipeline survey pig provides accurate data on pipeline
curvature, and shape, whether due to intentional features of the
pipeline construction, imperfections during pipelay, or movements
which have occurred, whilst in operational service.
Defines a unique pipeline shape in X,Y and Z coordinates
Generates information during the construction/Capex phase:
- Out of straightness (OOS)
- As built coordinates when related to survey data
Generates information during the operational/Opex phase:
- Pipeline lateral/inline movement, i.e. instability, hooking,
expansion, etc.
- Used to determine pipeline vertical movement, i.e. monitor
the effects of scour, spanning and subsidence
Develops a basis for trend monitoring pipeline integrity
Provides a consequence management tool
*not available in the U.K. due to legal action

TDM* - TOUCH DOWN

MONITORING SYSTEM
A unique service currently being developed by
PSL to monitor the shape of the pipeline as it is
laid from the construction barge, providing
significant potential cost savings to the industry.
Reduces survey vessel requirement
Provides SMART buckle detector service
Makes use of established deployment system
Reduces weather dependence
under development

Incorporates As Built data

Other potential uses:
- Steel catenary risers
- Permanent monitoring systems
- Mooring line fatigue evaluations
*patent pending

SUBSEA PRESSURE
TEST LOGGER
PSL can now offer client's a subsea pressure test
logger which will allow vessels to carry out other
activities during the test hold period on submarine
pipelines.As well as increasing vessel flexibility, the
system reduces weather dependency and allows
remote leak checks to be made using one vessel.
Facilitates remote logging of hydrotest
Operation independent of vessel
Alarm triggered at minimum pressure limit
Enables extended hydrotest periods (HSE issue)
Increases vessel efficiency
Schedule optimisation
Cost reduction

DATA LOGGERS
A pipeline's condition, performance and efficiency
can be determined by collecting relevant information
and analysing the results. PSLs range of datalogger
systems provide a low-cost, effective and efficient
first step to achieving this goal. These systems are
self-contained, multi-channel data loggers, each
channel providing independent non-volatile memory
and power supply.
It can be customised to suit client specifications and
can be adapted to fit inside the customers own
range of pigs or is available ready cupped.
The data from these systems also:
Provides pipeline conditioning monitoring
Provides pipeline pressure and temperature profiles

Provides pipeline velocity profile and dynamics

of the pipe
Baseline operational characteristics prior to
intelligent inspection runs

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CORROSIVITY TOOLS
Many inspection tools measure the actual wall thickness within a pipeline system. Now for the first time
it is possible to measure the corrosivity of the fluids in the pipeline along with operating temperatures and
pressures, either continuously along the length of the line, or at static pre-defined locations.

MOBILE METAL LOSS RATE

(MMLR) TOOL
The MMLR* tool is designed to be pigged through the line during
normal routine pigging operations, measuring the corrosivity of
the product for its entire passage through the line. This tool is
ideally suited for pipelines with high water content, typically >5%,
and provides a predictive tool for wall thickness loss.
The data from the tool also:
Provides accurate temperature and pressure profiles
Optimises pipeline inhibition programmes
Manages frequency of wall thickness measurement tools
Develops a basis for trend monitoring pipeline integrity
Provides a consequence management tool

PSL- DDL
The PSL Deposited Data Logger (DDL)* allows
sensors to be placed in the pipeline at critical areas,
e.g. low points where water may pool, downstream
of Ts, at the base of risers, etc..
This technology employs a Mother Ship to deposit
into the line at specific points, DDL spheres of
specific sizes, complete with various sensors. These
DDLs stay in place for up to two months measuring
the undisturbed operating environment of the
pipeline. On completion of the agreed period they
are recovered by a subsequent pigging operation.
The data from these DDLs also:
Provides continuous undisturbed corrosivity
reading at static locations
Provides continuous pressure and
temperature reading

Optimises pipeline inhibition programmes

Manages pipeline inhibition frequency
Develops a basis for trend monitoring
Provides a consequence management tool

Provides static measurements from

critical locations
*patents pending

By use of these systems conventional pipeline inspection pigging costs

can be optimised and time between inspections significantly extended.

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STANDARD PIPELINE CLEANING

Pipelines are intended to convey hydrocarbons or other products in a
problem free operational life, which is intended to last for a minimum
duration equating to the design life of the system. The reality of the
situation however is that throughout the lifespan of the pipeline system,
a range of conditions my occur which may effect the continuing
operational integrity and/or efficiency of the pipeline system.
Different types of maintenance tools help to solve the various problems
encountered. The range of PSL services offers to plan and perform a
cleaning and maintenance program for all individual pipeline situations
and operational parameters. Maintenance cleaning by use of optimal
and efficient cleaning solutions removes deposits and possible debris
and ensures optimum product flow and an efficient pumping operation.
Cleaning is also essential prior to using intelligent inspection tools of
different techniques. Within this service, PSL is using different types of
cleaning pigs such as:

Polly Pigs
Flex-I-Pigs
Bi-Directional Pigs
Bi-Di Brush Pigs
Cup Pigs
D-Scaling Pigs
Sphere Pigs
Custom-made Pigs for
special operations
Standard cleaning pig (ie. Kopp products)

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pipelife technology
PIPESCAN THE UMBILICALLY
OPERATED INSPECTION TOOL
PSL has developed a specialised technology, providing self-propelled umbilically operated U/T tools,
for inspection of non-piggable pipelines, short pipelines, loading lines, river crossing, risers etc.
The Bi-Directional tool can be launched and received from the same location and from an open
pipe end only. The tool operates and presents its data in real time during the operation.

Pitting corrosion in weld. 5 x 5 mm defects.

S P E C I F I C A T I O N
Overall length
Weight
Operation speeds
Max water depth
Bend radius
Constrictions
Temperature
Working conditions
Range of inspection
Wall thickness range
Accuracy of thickness measurement
Resolution along axis
Circumferential resolution
Corrosion detection
Other detectable defects
Inspection coverage
Bore range

Up to 3 metres including propulsion pig

From 50 kg and up to 500 kg dependent upon size
and propulsion system
1-10 m/ min. dependent upon propulsion technique,
number of channels & resolution requirements
350 m water depth, 1000 m on special request
Min 1.5D bend
Up to 10% of nominal OD
Max 45 degree Celsius
Flooded members
Up to 8,5 km
>2.0 millimetre thickness
+/- 0,1 mm
Minimum 1 mm
Minimum 4 mm
Internal and external pits & corrosion
Dents, root corr., lamination
Up to 100% of projected area
4"-48"

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3D colour graphic presentation of defect area.

Typical pipeline configuration on an offshore platform.

PSL OFFER THE

FOLLOWING
PIPELINE SERVICES:
Total packages, cleaning and inspection
Colour graphic C, B and D-scan presentation
of a defect area.

Cleaning using purpose built cleaning tools,

and hydromechanical technology, RRR
Cleaning using high-pressure water jetting system
Purpose built tool concepts for special operations
Condition monitoring and inspection, umbilical
operated tools in range up to 8 km and pipe dia.
from 4 to 48
Detailed field verification/assessment of defective
areas by means of computer-based UT-inspection
methods
Feature defect assessment

Sample of defect area (external corrosion) on the

inspected pipeline. Pipeline excavated for repair.

B E N E F I T S
Allows inspection of non piggable pipelines
No permanent launchers & receivers required

Highly flexible systems that allow client

specified solutions

High resolution

Online/ real time inspection results

Proven technology - recognised by all

Self propelled - no pipe flow required

major international oil companies

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pipelife technology
INTELLIGENT PIPELINE
CLEANING TECHNOLOGY
- WHERE OTHER COMPANIES
CAN ONLY MAKE PROMISES,
WE GUARANTEE RESULTS
By using a radically different type of cleaning technology
than other cleaning contractors, in the market.We restore
the internal profile to an acceptable working condition.
Whatever pipe cleaning is needed, we have the technology,
tools, experience and solutions.

Capabilities:
Restores flow in pipelines manufactured from steel,
cast iron, concrete, PVC and even corrugated pipe.
Complete removal of:
- thick and hard deposits
- corrosive products
- scale build up
- wax
- efficient cleaning of pitting & corrosion, deep pits, etc.
The Reinhart RRR Technology can be applied for pipe
diameters from 2" to maximum (96" pipe diameter has
been cleaned).

Examples below, of sediments

which have been cleaned out.

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Oil, Gas & Chemical Plants:

- Process lines
- Service water lines
- Gas transmission lines
- Crude oil, Gas & Chemical Plants
- Crude oil heaters
- Flow lines
- Water injection Installations
- Onshore and Offshore lines

Location
device
Propulsion
drive

Front
knife
head
Rear knife
head

Pressure
spring system
Universal
joints

Pipeline for the RRR Basic pipe cleaning tool.

The smooth surface resulting from RRR Technology maximises the transport capacity
of the line and minimises fition loss at the pipe surface.

B E N E F I T S
Short cleaning time
Cost effective and guaranteed results
Multiple cleaning operations in one tool
Tools are tailored to specified application
Special optimised maintenance tools

No requirements for launcher and receiving facilities

Safe cleaning operation
High performance cleaning before a subsequent
inspection activity

PSL is offering this service in cooperation with our partners in Reinhart AS.

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asset life
THE PROVISION OF
INSPECTION SERVICES
AND TECHNOLOGY TO
CONFIRM AND VALIDATE
THE INTEGRITY OF
PROCESSING AND
MANUFACTURING
FACILITIES
On the basis of its experience from offshore and
onshore contracts, PSL Inspection Integrity has
prepared inspection programs, performed condition
monitoring and inspection, evaluated inspection
results and given recommendations to its customers.
Services consist of:
Preparation of frame programs (RBI)
Preparation of inspection programs (RBI)
Preparation of inspection documentation
and drawings
Preparation of inspection manuals
Development and preparation
of inspection procedures
Condition monitoring/inspection/NDT
Evaluation of inspection results
Recommendation of repairs and procedures
Vendor inspection/expediting
Site inspection
Cost-optimising planning tools
for inspection and maintenance

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THE PROVISION OF INSPECTION

SERVICES AND TECHNOLOGY
TO CONFIRM THE CONTAINMENT CAPABILITY
AND CONTINUED INTEGRITY OF A SYSTEM
The inspection of complicated production facilities has in the past required operating customers to
subcontract various specialists and manage the interface between these contractors. Now PSL can
provide from a single source, the most relevant and cost effective technologies, to rapidly screen a
system/installation and if required, evaluate any defects with high resolution inspection techniques.
This usually involves the use of cross-trained personnel
who are trained and qualified in a number of techniques:
Screening technology
High resolution inspection
Inspection/certification
Material technology

C O M P L I M E N TA RY
Technique

C A PA B I L I T Y

TOFD

Corrosion
Mapping

S U M M A RY
Guided
Waves

Applications
Accuracy
Fast
Weld Inspection
Weld Root Erosion
Subsea / Remote Deployment
Rapid Screening System
Under Cladding Inspection
Through Thick Coatings
Inspecting Large Areas
Plate / Tank floor
Pipes / Tubes
Road crossings / Culverts
Vessels
Riser clamps / Splash Zone

+/- 0.1 mm

+/- 0.3 mm

Screening

( )

PSL is offering these services in conjunction with recognised and approved equipment suppliers.

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asset life
TIME OF FLIGHT
DIFFRACTION- TOFD
Time of Flight Diffraction, commonly known
as TOFD, is a highly accurate ultrasonic
inspection technology, principally intended
for weld inspection. It is a rapid system that
provides full volumetric coverage of both
weld and heat affected zone, and generates a
real-time image with defects shown in true
location and size for offline interpretation
and measurement.The resulting data can be
interpreted by experienced operators to
provide defect sizing to within +/- 0.1mm.
The data is presented as a 2D grayscale
image, and provides a permanent record of
all parameters used, providing excellent
repeatability.

AUTOMATED ULTRASONIC
TECHNOLOGY
- UT-MAPPING
Corrosion Mapping is a method of producing a full colour graphic
map of a test area, showing different thickness in different colours.
The inspection approach can be performed in alternative ways:
A camera tracks an ultrasonic probe with a LED mounted on it as
it scans over the test area. Positional data from the camera is
combined with the thickness reading obtained, and once processed
this data will create the colour image, or corrosion map of the area
under test. By use of mechanised scanners. The ultrasonic probes
are moved by the scanner unit, which again is controlling the
positional data. This provides an accurate image, showing the data
as a 2D or 3D colourgraphic contour map (or even displayed as a
spreadsheet in certain circumstances).
The ultrasonic based systems above are highly accurate, but
relatively slow methods of inspection. The methods are normally
applied for detail inspection on pipes, pipelines, vessels, etc.

UT-Mapping

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SCREENING INSPECTION
TECHNOLOGY
- GUIDED ULTRASONIC
A non-destructive screening technique for detecting metal
loss in pipelines and process pipework.
Guided ultrasonic technology screens pipework for metal
loss features such as corrosion and erosion. The technology
is suitable for pipeline and process pipework applications,
as well as road crossings and inaccessible pipework in general.
The technology utilises low-frequency guided ultrasonics
equipment travelling along the pipe, providing 100% coverage
of the pipe-wall. Under normal conditions, tens of meters
of pipework can be inspected from a single location.
Potentially defective areas are precisely located in terms
of distance from the transducer ring. Indications are highlighted for local examination by visual or conventional NDT
methods (set-up time takes only 10 minutes, and each test
typically takes about 10-15 minutes). The defect detection
sensitivity is generally set to the removal or loss of 5-9% of
the cross-sectional area of the pipe (standard report level),
but it is often possible to find smaller defects if required.
All signals can be digitally stored for later analysis,
archiving and comparison with baseline data at a future date
if required.
This new cost-effective means of rapidly screening pipes
and inspecting inaccessible pipework can be used on pipe
diameters from 1" to 24". Other pipe diameters on request.
(new subsea guided ultrasonic under development)
B E N E F I T S
Able to detect metal loss and planar defects,
typically 10s of meters either side of the
inspection point
100% volumetric check of material within the
diagnostic length
Can detect both internal and external metal loss

No coupling media necessary

Sensitivity can be as detection of 5% of cross sectional
area loss. For re-inspections, sensitivity down to 1% of
cross section of area loss
Will be able to operate from 1 inch to 24 inch OD pipes
Can be operated by battery

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asset life
VIDEO INSPECTION
TECHNOLOGY
PSL Inspection Integrity has more experience than any
other company in using video techniques as an
inspection tool for internal pipe inspection in offshore
and industrial applications.
The range of services include:
Internal cleanliness inspections of pipework
Internal inspection of pipework welding
Internal visual inspection of valves, tees,
bends, heat exchangers, vessels, etc.
"Fishing" and recovery of foreign objects
PSLs equipment may be utilised to inspect objects
with internal diameters from 10 mm to several meters.
The video equipment for Explosive (EX) environment
and applications is also a part of PSLs experience and
activities. EX equipment can be employed on pipes
with internal diameters from 4" and upwards.
The video camera is inserted into piping and pipelines
either manually, or by self-propelled systems.

B E N E F I T S
Cost efficient

Flexibility of equipment

Intrinsically safe

From small to big pipe diameter

Reduces need for alternative

time consuming methods
Condition monitoring

10 mm to max (i:e 3 m)
Self propelled

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NDT TEST METHODS

PSL Inspection Integrity is a leading independent company
offering NDT services and advanced NDT methods and
techniques.

The complete range of services consist of:

MT

Magnetic particle testing

PT

Penetrant testing

RT

Radiographic testing

UT

Ultrasonic testing

ET

Eddy-current testing

HT

Hardness measurements (mobile)

PMI

Positive material identification (mobile)

VT/NS 477

Visual inspection/weld inspection

TT/NDT

NDT combined with rope access techniques

Eddy Max

Inspection of heat exchangers, etc.

See Scan

Corrosion/thickness measurement (Automated UT-Mapping)

TOFD

Automatic ultrasonic inspection

Courses

Courses in non-destructive testing

Consulting

Consulting in selection of test methods, etc.

R&D

Research and development of new methods and techniques, applications, etc.

3rd party

Third-party verification of NDT activities/pressure testing

Certification

Accredited certification of welders (in collaboration with TI)

PSL has wide experience from offshore and onshore contracts.

The personnel are Nordtest/EN 473-certified.

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asset life
MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY
SERVICES
PSL Inspection Integrity has been running its own laboratory since
1986 and consequently its personnel have a significant amount of
experience. The laboratory has been working closely with our
NDT and Inspection Departments and therefore PSL is very
capable of evaluating material, technical properties and providing
solutions related to the inspection of new constructions and
various types of operating conditions. The laboratory is equipped
to perform mechanical and metallurgical tests, in accordance with
national and international standards.
Materials technology services include:
Mechanical testing of welding procedures and production tests
Witnessing and inspection of welding procedures
General materials testing
Failure analyses
Metallurgical analyses (Laboratory/field)
Corrosion testing/analyses
Consulting in the selection of materials, welding techniques, etc.
Fatigue and vibration measurements (field measurements)
Noise measurements
Fracture mechanics calculations
Weighing of modules, structures, etc.
Control and calibration of load cells and dynamometers
Load testing of components
Accredited certification of welders (in collaboration with TI)

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FATIGUE AND
VIBRATION
MEASUREMENT
PSL Inspection Integrity has developed a
complete one-person operable, rapid
and cost effective inspection tool for
fatigue-measurement and analysis.
The inspection service
is built up including:
Vibration measurement and analysis
Fatigue measurement and analysis
Measuring dynamic loads on fatigue
exposed structures and pipe systems
Calculation of fatigue load/ crack
growth based on measured and
collected data
Suggested modifications to reduce
stress down to acceptable levels

B E N E F I T S
Maximise production volume rate
when limited by fatigue
Save the time, money and effort
involved in failure incidents

Operated by one person

Cost efficient and rapid inspection tool
Minimal preparation before use

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solv
SOLV IS A COST-OPTIMISATION
AND PLANNING SYSTEM FOR FABRIC
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION

SOLV is a planning tool for fabric

maintenance with the prime purpose of
optimising the use of available resources, thus
increasing efficiency. This is achieved through
comprehensive recording of maintenance
and inspection information, such as surface
area and condition, in conjunction with the

This solution needs to be SOLVed.

use of empirical factors.

SOLV covers the maintenance planning for
coated and insulated surfaces, including
passive fire protection and penetrations.
Using our experience, and with the aid of our
dedicated software programs, we can readily
provide the SOLV fabric maintenance
service, which may be individually adapted to
each of our customers specifications.

unit break-down
In order to structure and organise
maintenance information, the installation
is divided into practical units, called Work
Packages. Each work package consists of
a number of painted and insulated items,
which are recorded with area, condition,
etc., on the basis of which the planning of
preventive and selective maintenance is
subsequently performed.

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PSL Inspection Integrity designs long-term condition monitoring and

annual maintenance programs for on and offshore installations.
SOLV has proven to be efficient for both large and complex
constructions, as well as for small and less complex units.
Documentation includes technical specifications, scope of work and
cost estimates. Spread-sheet versions such as Lotus are also available.
In order to achieve cost-optimisation for this service, we normally
implement preventive and/or selective maintenance programs. This
means that maintenance is performed on relatively "good" paint film
condition i.e. we maintain the paint film to a minimum acceptable
level, not the steel underneath. During the lifetime of the installation
or plant, this maintenance practice has been documented to reduce
costs by up to 50%.The SOLV software was introduced in 1993, and
is now used on more than 60 on and offshore installations.
Other services:
Consultancy services
New buildings
Lead engineers:
- Insulation
- Architect
- Surface protection
Paint inspections (FROSIO):
- Supervision
- Quality control
- Spot inspection, multidisciplinary
Engineering services:
- LCC/LCA
- Documentation - Technical support
- Technical evaluation

B E N E F I T S
Cost-optimising maintenance

Coordinating maintenance of

Control of surface and insulation

Proven cost reductions

disciplines (surface, insulation,

Quality control tool

penetrations)

Selective maintenance based

Defined tender documentation

Optimises P.O.B.

on detail registration and

Defined scope of work

Minimises risk of unplanned

surface/insulation condition

Control of work performance

downtime

status/condition

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certification of
lifting appliances

CERTIFICATION OF LIFTING APPLIANCES

PSL Inspection Integrity Norway AS has significant experience relating to the inspection
and certification of Cranes and Lifting appliances. PSL Inspection Integrity operates a
Quality Management System which has been designed to meet the requirements of The
Norwegian Labour Inspectorate 555 and Norwegian Maritime Directorate - for deck
cranes on Mobile Offshore Units. PSL provides expert services which help our customers
deal with the most complex and demanding lifting operations.
Services include:
Periodic inspection/certification of lifting accessories and equipment
Implementation and witnessing of load testing
Verification/approval
Drawings and calculations
Control card database/logistics
Design
Consulting
Damage analyses
Lifetime estimates
Preventive maintenance
Third party verification

PSL was established in 1986 and has experienced a rapid and successful growth over the past
27

years. We are one of the worlds leading companies within our industry and market
our services through the following customer-focused business units:

PIPELIFE TECHNOLOGY
Remote Information Systems
Pipeline Data Logger Systems
Pipeline Conditioning
Monitoring Systems
Corrosivity Tools
- MMLR
- DDL
Pipeline System 3D
Geometry Tools
Touch Down Monitoring
(TDM) System
PipeScan Umbilically
Operated Inspection Tool
Intelligent Pigging Services
Standard Pipeline Cleaning
Intelligent Cleaning
Technology

THERMATEK

PIPELINE
Pipeline Pre-commissioning

New Technology
Development

COILED TUBING

Innovative Pipeline Services

and Technologies
- SPU (Subsea Pigging Unit)
- Pig Home System
- ACME Smart Gauge Plate
System
- Impact Loggers
- Subsea Pressure Test
Loggers
- EVA (Electronic Valve
Actuation and Monitoring)

ASSET LIFE

PSL WELL CLEANING

NDT Test Methods

Lifting Devices and Appliances
Video Inspection Technology
Material Technology
Fatigue Measurement
Automated Ultrasonic
Technology
Guided Ultrasonic Technology
Eddy Current Tube Inspection
SOLV

Junk Trapper

SERVICES
Zone I
Zone II
Coil Tubing Wireline Mast
Coil Tubing Lifting Frame
PUMPING SERVICES
Scale Treatment
Nitrogen Pumping
Stimulation Services
Cementing
HYDRAULIC WORKOVER
SERVICES

Bottom Hole Equipment

Tiger Mill
Polish Mill
BOP Wellhead and Riser
Cleaning Tool
MAKE & BREAK
MUD SCREENS
RELEASE SUB
DRIFT SUB
BOTTOM PULLER

PROCESS
Advanced Cleaning and
Commissioning Services
- Precommissioning,
Commissioning and Industrial
Cleaning Services
- Hydrojetting and Pipeline
Services
- Ultra-high-pressure
Abrasive Cutting and
Waterblasting
EXCAVATION / SUBSEA
OPERATION
JetProp
RUE (Remote Underwater
Excavator)
CTS (Cutting Transport
System)
CTS based Rock Dump
Removal System
SCM (Suction and
Centralisation Module)
Well Head Monitoring
Riserless Mud Recovery
System
Drill Cutting Pile Recovery
Subsea Hydro Jetting Services

IPR Ownership
Yard Trials
JIPs
Prototype Testing
TagWare

PSL Technology is a business

unit within the PSL Group
whose main goal is to deliver
cost effective new technologies
to our clients and to promote
and position PSL as the key
provider of leading added value
services, in its selected spheres
of operation. PSL Technology
consolidates existing intellectual
property across the Group, and
focuses on target projects to
ensure maximum innovative
effort is being channelled to its
clients, enhancing both its
reputation and brand as a high
quality, reliable service provider.

PSL GROUP U.K.

Previous innovative
applications include:
HP/HT flow loop testing for packer
qualification for the offshore, testing at
175 deg at 7,500 psi.
Whipstock and window milling trial in the
horizontal well using 2in coiled tubing.
Packer and stinger testing for insert string.
Successful pumping of a solid scale inhibitor
using a GEL carrier.
FIV ball valve milling for offshore in-fill
drilling project.

Performing testing of various injection and

isolation valves in accordance with API
(American Petroleum Institute) criteria.
Nitrogen velocity tests through coiled
tubing.
Electric motor for coiled tubing drilling.
Clarification of effective fishing techniques
in horizontal well.
Cutting of 25 chrome tubing using rotary
tubing cutter.
Heating and pumping of scale dissolver
chemical through coiled tubing, followed
by mobilisation to carry out operation on
an offshore platform.

Expandable screen evaluation.

HP/HT motor evaluation.
Development of intelligent pigs.
Vacuum drying trials for conventional
and flexible pipe.
Development of pipeline leak sealing gels.
Development of diamond mining tool
system for South African clients.
Pipeline isolation trials.
Development of patented subsea pipeline
pigging unit.

PSL GROUP NORWAY

Facilities on the site include:

An 1.800 m2 combined mechanical and
electrical workshop
An 800 m2 heated storage hall with
1.000m of computer-controlled storage
system

www.pslg.com

A 2.400 m2 office and administration

building
A materials laboratory for destructive and
non-destructive testing
Test loops up to 200 m long, for testing of
well and inspection equipment
A 300 m2 high-pressure (2000 bar)
cleaning site with 16 m3 oil separator

A 3x7x3 m test pool for subsea

equipment
A completely new 150 m2 X-ray bunker
certified by the National Radiation
Protection Board
A 10.000 m2 outdoor storage area

U.K.
Badentoy Avenue
Portlethen
Aberdeen AB12 4YB
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1224 783008
Fax: +44 (0)1224 783005
E-mail: reception@pslg.com

NORWAY
P.O. Box 163, Lonavegen,
N-5342 STRAUME
Norway
Tel: +47 56 31 60 00
Fax: +47 56 31 60 01
E-mail:
reception@pslg.no

USA
PSL International LP
16225 Park Ten Place Drive
Suite 500
Houston,Texas, 77084
Tel: 001-281-994-4133
Fax: 001-281-994-4132
E-mail: reception@pslg.com

ASIA
Idemitsu Engineering Co.,Ltd.
6-1 Yokoami 1-chome
Sumida-ku,Tokyo
130-0015, Japan
Tel: +81 (0)3 3626 2551
Fax: +81 (0)3 3626 2561
E-mail: toru.suzumura@
si.idemitsu.co.jp

SOUTH AMERICA
Macrotech
Cdla. Kennedy - 10ma.,
Oeste #600 y Calle H (esq.)
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Tel: 593 (4) 281151 / 285731 /
291392
Fax: 593 (4) 281153
E-mail:
mfreirer@interactive.net.ec

MIDDLE EAST
c/o PSL/AGR-Petro Middle East
P.O. Box 802
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Tel: 971-2-6212140
Fax: 971-2-6333422
E-mail: petroeng@emirates.net.ae

WEST AFRICA
c/o HydroDive-PSL
19b Festival Road
Victoria Island
Lagos Nigeria
Tel: 234-1-2618566 /
234-1-2621756
E-mail: reception@pslg.com