Pipeline & Facilities Integrity Management At a Glance
DNV offers a dynamic blend of research science and engineering prowess. We help assure continuous delivery while extending the asset’s life and improving efficiency, safety and productivity. DNV is a single source provider of services that optimize the value of your pipeline throughout its entire life cycle.
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At a Glance – Pipeline & Facilities Integrity Management DNV is recognized for its credibility, reliability and technical expertise by pipeline operators and regulators alike. From conceptual planning → to implementation → to management of change, DNV supplies Subject Matter Expertise to support all aspects of your pipeline & facilities Integrity Management Program.
Risk-informed Decision Making
Threat assessment for regulated and un-regulated pipelines and facilities. Software tools to model and measure both the likelihood and consequence of failure. Decision support systems Pipeline and facilities due diligence Risk-based design studies Computer and laboratory simulations Incident investigations DNV audits, benchmarks, certification of risk management systems. All aspects of risk management expertise
Integrity Assessments
In-line Inspection Support Direct Assessment – We specialize in difficult to assess and access pipelines ECDA ICDA SCCDA Hydrostatic Testing Regulatory Support
Remaining Life Calculation / Failure Avoidance / Asset Life Extension
Defect Assessment: corrosion, cracking, seamweld, mechanical damage Predictive Modeling – Estimate future occurrence from analysis of historical data. Failure pressure calculations CorLAS™ (calculates remaining strength of cracks and corrosion) Dent / Bending strain calculations Fatigue calculations Rainflow cycle counting Monte Carlo simulations ILI data management and mining Engineering critical assessments Regulatory Support
DNV draws on a unique heritage of managing risk for nearly 150 years.
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Integrity Management Program (IMP) Support
Planning – Threat screening, threat assessment, implementation strategies Program validation, benchmarking and audits (Gap analysis of existing programs) Interpretation and application of standards, regulations, and industry practices Process and procedures audits Regulatory compliance, consultation and support Corrective Action Order response DOT closure reports Compliance waivers Routine onsite secondment
Corrosion Science
Material selection and research Cathodic protection - System design, trouble shooting Stray current studies Field surveys Laboratory testing and research– Materials, soils, coatings Direct Assessment – ICDA, ECDA, SCCDA HVDC, HVAC trouble shooting, problem solving
Welding Technology
Materials specification and qualification Welding procedures and qualification Weldability and hot tap expertise Regulatory compliance and best practices Pipeline construction audits Testing and evaluation Failure analysis Chemical analysis Workshops and training
Research Laboratories Operate with defensible, risk-informed decision making.
Litigation / Regulatory Support
Incident response Accident site investigation Evidence retention and preservation Forensic engineering / science Laboratory testing, modeling, simulation Due diligence Expert witness Forensic science seminars 24/7 Emergency Hot Line (614 228 7473)
DNV Energy North America US: Contact Chris.Pollard@DNV.com, ph. 281 396 1678 Canada: Contact Alasdair.Clyne@DNV.com, ph. 403 250 9041 ext. 241 www.DNV.com rev0910
Failure analysis Root cause analysis Research and testing Materials and technology qualification
DNV’s Subject Matter Expertise What is it that our Subject Matter Experts bring to the table? DNV maintains a staff of engineers and research scientists globally recognized for having largely ‘written the book’ on pipeline integrity: ILI and DA standards, fracture mechanics, fatigue, SCC, seamweld integrity, corrosion and risk. Engineering and Scientific Disciplines
Services to which our expertise is applied
Engineering - Mechanical - Metallurgical - Materials Science - Welding - Chemical - Corrosion Theoretical & Applied Mechanics Mathematics Statistics Geology Biology Polymer Science Software Development
Pipeline and Facilities Risk Management Asset Integrity Management In-line Inspection Support Corrosion Systems Planning, Mitigation, Research Welding Technology Materials Science – testing, validation, selection Failure Analysis / Forensic Engineering Fracture Mechanics Litigation (most of the highest profile cases involving pipeline and facilities) Due Diligence
DNV is recognized for its credibility, reliability and unmatched technical expertise by pipeline operators and regulators alike.
Professional Qualifications
Professional Affiliations and Activities
Numerous Ph.D. research scientists and a full complement of B.S. and M.S. engineers across a wide range of engineering and scientific disciplines. Professional Engineers registered in the United States and Canada. Senior ILI analysts In-depth certifications in technical standards from NACE, ASME, AWS, ASNT. Pipeline operating experience Operating experience and company ownership in service areas to include corrosion control, in-line inspection, and pipeline engineering and construction.
Current and past leadership roles in CEPA, NACE, NACE Foundation, ASME, ASTM, API, PRCI, AWS Contributions to codes, recommended practices, and standards involving ILI, ECDA, ICDA, SCCDA, in-service welding, fracture mechanics, failure analysis, subsea installations, etc..
Publications, Achievements, Awards
Prolific authors - Hundreds of technical papers; several books published. Patents held in variety of fields Wide range of research projects for organizations such as PRCI, PHMSA, API, NACE. Sponsorship of numerous joint industry projects
DNV has played key roles in the post-failure response to nearly every major North American pipeline failure over the past 25 years. Evidence Retention
Failure Analysis
Forensic Science
DNV Energy North America US: Contact Chris.Pollard@DNV.com, ph. 281 396 1678 Canada: Contact Alasdair.Clyne@DNV.com, ph. 403 250 9041 ext. 241 www.DNV.com rev0910
Expert Witness