Pigging — of the product in the pipeline is used to push it along down the pipe until it reaches the receiving trap the pig catcher .If the pipeline contains butterfly valves, the pipeline cannot be pigged. Ball valves cause no problems because the inside… … Wikipedia
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Pipeline inspection gauge — There are four main uses for pigs: # physical separation between different liquids being transported in pipelines; # internal cleaning of pipelines; # inspection of the condition of pipeline walls (also known as an Inline Inspection (ILI) tool);… … Wikipedia
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Magnetic flux leakage — (MFL) is a magnetic method of nondestructive testing that is used to detect corrosion and pitting in steel structures, most commonly pipelines and storage tanks. The basic principle is that a powerful magnet is used to magnetize the steel. At… … Wikipedia
Oilfield terminology — refers to the jargon used by those working in fields within and related to the petroleum industry. It includes words and phrases describing professions, equipment, and procedures specific to the industry. It may also include slang terms used by… … Wikipedia
pig — pig1 /pig/, n., v., pigged, pigging. n. 1. a young swine of either sex, esp. a domestic hog, Sus scrofa, weighing less than 120 lb. (220 kg.) 2. any wild or domestic swine. 3. the flesh of swine; pork. 4. a person of piglike character, behavior,… … Universalium