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Hot Tapping Gas Pipelines without Shutdown: The Process

The maintenance of gas pipelines without a hiccup is a massive nightmare in the energy sector. The most used trick is enter hot tapping, also known as live tapping or pressure tapping. In hot tapping, engineers are able to connect…

Line Stop Procedures for Different Pipeline Systems

Pipeline maintenance without service interruption is a major issue in the oil and gas sector, water supply, and chemical processing. Line stopping (also known as flow stopping) is the dedicated solution that engineers can utilize in order to isolate a…

Types of Hot Tapping Methods and Their Uses

Hot Tapping Hot tapping, also called pressure tapping or live tapping, creates a new branch connection on a pressurized pipeline, tank, or pressure vessel without shutting down or depressurizing the system. A fitting (often a welded split-tee or mechanical sleeve)…

Hot Tapping Procedure: How It Works

Hot tapping is a specialized engineering process enabling a branch connection to be made on an existing pressurized pipeline, tank, or pressure vessel without necessarily stopping the system or flow. This qualifies it as an invaluable solution to industries such…

What Is Hydraulic Power Unit & How Does It Work?

A hydraulic power unit (HPU) is the engine of hydraulic systems nowadays. Compact, rugged, and self-contained, these units provide the required flow and pressure to drive motors, cylinders, and actuators in many industries. HPUs find application in material handling and…

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Hot Tapping Basics: Safe Pipeline Connections Without Shutdown

The shutdown of pipelines is expensive, hazardous, and inconvenient, especially when it comes to critical infrastructure and utility services. It  is where it comes in. This new method allows engineers and contractors to live connect to pressurized pipelines without interruption…