MEA Intelligent Pigging course

Delegates will gain a comprehensive understanding of intelligent pigging (ILI) and its application in modern pipeline integrity management. The course explores all major ILI technology operating principles, including magnetic flux leakage, ultrasound, inertial measurement, caliper, electromagnetic acoustic transducer and emerging advanced methods.

Description

Overview

This virtual training course is delivered online by Nick Molnar, Head of Asset Integrity – East Region at Penspen. The Intelligent Pigging course provides a comprehensive introduction to in-line inspection (ILI) and its role in modern pipeline integrity management. Delivered from an independent perspective, the course explores the full range of intelligent pigging technologies and their practical application in real-world pipeline systems. Participants will gain insight into how different inspection methods support risk reduction, improve data quality, and enhance decision-making for pipeline operators.

Objectives

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

  • Understand the principles and applications of key intelligent pigging technologies, including magnetic flux leakage (MFL), ultrasonic testing (UT), caliper tools, inertial measurement, and emerging methods

  • Differentiate between free-swimming, tethered, robotic, and hybrid inspection systems

  • Assess the suitability of different inspection approaches for specific pipeline conditions

  • Identify appropriate tools for various threat mechanisms

  • Monitor and validate inspection tool performance

  • Make informed, defensible decisions to optimize inspection outcomes and reduce risk

Course Contents

  • Introduction to Pipelines and Pigs

  • Why and When we pig

  • Utility Pigs

  • Intelligent Pigging Technologies

  • Inspection Reports

  • Verification Digs

  • Unpiggable Pipelines

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