Published Rule for Hazardous Liquid Lines and Leak Detection

The announcement by the US Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) will see leak detection extended beyond high consequence areas (HCA) as of July 1st, 2020. The move will see thousands of miles of hazardous liquid pipelines through the US covered. In addition, areas that are exposed to extreme weather conditions and natural disasters will be scrutinized further. Rural gathering lines are not included as part of the widened regulations.

Are drones the future of pipeline maintenance?

As the continued pinch felt by the oil industry due to low prices and over-supply continues to make new oil and gas exploration projects hard to be financially viable, recent developments in drone technology may offer a solution.

Atmos is the best leak detection solution for the Pelambres mine slurry pipeline

Minera Los Pelambres is a Chilean mining company engaged in the exploration and production of copper concentrate to its customers.

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An insight into fossil fuels

How to reduce pipeline liability insurance

With recent splills, explosions and leaks, insurers are raising their premiums for pipeline owners and operators. Here's some advice on how to mitigate the increase.