ABSTRACT
This assignment in based on the principles of subsea equipment, topside control intelligence, material science and legislation to concede a knowledgeable industry, through researching current working methods to provide a deeper understanding of the subsea industry operations. I will look at:
– Pigging
– Controls and umbilicals
– Legislation and health and safety issues
– Field architecture
– New technology
– Material selection
– Material structures
– Materials protected, through corrosion control
1.1 Introduction
PIG (Pipeline inspection Gauge)
Pigging is a term used to inspect and clean pipelines in many industries to maintain a control form of assurance. Within the oil and gas pipes and flowlines, I will explain: HSE Legislation, the issues associated with these devices and with information corresponding to the process involved and the equipment used s…(short extract)