Integrity assessment of three pipelines in the gas transmission network (Brooks #1, Brooks #2 and Germantown to Woodstock), using the External Corrosion Direct Assessment (ECDA) methodology in accordance with the NACE Recommended Practice RP0502. This paper discusses the experiences of the Integrity Management Team of the company during the application of the ECDA process, as well as some relevant lessons learned during the implementation process.

Subject
Costs, External corrosion direct assessment, Piping, Compliance, Pipeline integrity management, Implementation, Pipelines, Inspection, Anomalies, Internal corrosion, Direct assessment, Integrity management, Surveys
Keywords:
External Corrosion Direct Assessment, ECDA, Gas Pipeline, LDC
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2007
Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP)
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