... and biocide coupled with extensive chemical and corrosion monitoring key performance indicators, which were utilized to determine the treatment efficacy. An improved risk-based approach of the chemical methodology, using an integrated inspection, chemical and monitoring data was subsequently devised, leading...

.... The results showed that not all potential probes are able to measure the IR-free potential, as the measurement contains an ohmic drop contribution, greater for more negative cathodic polarization values. cathodic protection monitoring potential probe ohmic drop INTRODUCTION Cathodic protection (CP...

... in assets and allows operators to track and monitor occurrences of corrosion with extremely high precision (+/- .001 in). Owner-operators can then overlay corrosion-rate data with process data to help everyone throughout the value chain understand how to most efficiently and safely operate their assets...

... such as jump-over lines to the compressors, ion-exchange reclamation, inspection and monitoring of process parameters (temperature, pH, amine strengths) were implemented. A long-term solution involving material upgrade was subsequently implemented. The dissemination of these experiences will prove beneficial...

... will have a profound impact on data collection, quality of data and assessment of microbiological threats in the field. Microorganisms qPCR Next Generation Sequencing detection molecular techniques monitoring INTRODUCTION The presence of microorganisms in natural environments (oilfield reservoirs...

...Utilizing wireless transmitters and IoT (Internet of Things) technology, the ability to monitor a TML (Thickness Measurement Location) can be easily achieved. Sensors are mounted onto a pipe, tank, vessel, or other assets. The sensor is programmed to make an ultrasonic thickness measurement...

... in ‘monitoring’ their assets due to internal and external pipeline corrosion. Many operators are using both wired and wireless ultrasonic sensors for both buried and above ground assets between regularly scheduled in-line inspections (ILI). By doing so, operators are able glean important wall thickness data...

... to the different ICCP systems utilized and details performance results for the West Basin 3 front beam ICCP system dating back more than 20 years. Monitoring results are presented and discussed. Performance assessment to protection criteria is undertaken and the CP system maintenance requirements are summarized...

... corrosion inhibitor product dosage. The validation of the prediction for monitored wells with ER probes will also be discussed in this study. corrosion inhibitor formulation compatibility monitoring prediction Oilfield facilities are handling far more complex conditions than what was possible a few...

... include the containers for the waste) will be monitored for environmental degradation (corrosion) performance. This monitoring may involve the use of witness coupons and the use of sensors which will measure temperature, relative humidity, irradiation, microbial activity, etc. Sensors need to be specially...

... is blocked by adding a 100 μF capacitor to the circuit. The amplitude and frequency of the AC waves were monitored by an oscilloscope. On the DC circuit, AC is blocked by adding a 20 H inductor to the circuit. The separation of AC and DC allows for obtaining accurate application of the respective current...

... monitoring systems not performing within specification for extended periods of times (typically 1-5 years). The typical failure mode has been creep in seam welds. The consequence of failure for high energy piping can be severe and the effect of unexpected or unknown displacements cannot be quantified when...

... the effectiveness of conventional monitoring and cathodic protection techniques. This paper summarizes the results of research sponsored by the Pipeline Research Council International. Field testing was conducted at a long crossing installed in rock where an array of monitoring and cathodic protection equipment...

...-influenced corrosion MIC detection monitoring serial dilution INTRODUCTION Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) is widely recognized as a significant contributor to corrosion in the oil and gas industry ¹ . Runaway bacterial growth can also lead to other problems, such as biofouling...

... proportional to the bacteria concentration. Overview of Bacteria Monitoring Techniques Used in Oil and Gas Production Several different methodologies have emerged over time to measure and monitor the bacteria activity of oil and gas water phase samples. The techniques most frequently used are adenosine...

..., construction, operation, and decommissioning. Proper engineering design and sound construction practices combined with effective monitoring are essential to manage and maintain the corrosion of these assets within acceptable limits. Some of the considerations taken into account during design include: safety...

... production data will then be easily integrated into the existing productivity and a full view on productivity will be available. RESULTS The results obtained are best explained thanks to a set of graphs and representations of analyzed data part of the monitoring dashboards. Real-time firing line performance...

...Abstract Corrosion rates can be determined by three methods: Predictive models: Corrosion rates can be obtained from predictive models considering various operating scenarios, i.e., before the onset of corrosion. Monitoring probes: Corrosion rates can be obtained from online monitoring...

... of reinforcement corrosion. Therefore, it is very important to monitor accurate corrosion rate on the site. By this reason, the authors have developed the monitoring method “CIPE” which determines corrosion rate using Tafel slope extrapolation method. In this paper, in order to confirm the accuracy of the method...

... Generation DNA sequencing have helped to shed light into the complexities of the microbiology in oilfield environments and have gained significant space in the monitoring tool box. ⁶ Despite the advance of these techniques, operators still heavily rely on culture-based techniques due to easy...