Blogs

Key considerations for leak detection on gathering networks

Gathering networks are an important aspect of the upstream energy distribution, but they are often located in high consequence areas (HCAs) and remote locations, so leak detection is a vital requirement. Sales and Support Engineer Angela Maya discusses the key considerations for leak detection on gathering networks in this blog.

High consequence areas vs moderate consequence areas: what’s the difference?

Federal regulators such as PHMSA have introduced the terms high consequence areas (HCAs) and moderate consequence areas (MCAs) to define pipelines constructed close to high-risk areas and ensure they operate under the safest conditions. This blog discusses the difference between HCAs and MCAs.

Navigating the pipeline leak detection standards of the American Petroleum Institute (API)

Compliance with API standards for pipeline leak detection is a crucial consideration for operators. We discuss the key standards for North America in this article, which widely influence global compliance.

How pipeline simulation supports flow assurance throughout the pipeline lifecycle

Flow assurance, coined by Petrobras in the 1990s simply means ‘guarantee of flow’. Here we explore some of the key flow assurance challenges and how pipeline simulation supports throughout the lifecycle of the pipeline.