API Completes its first pilot project in Belgium using PIPA Technology working with partners Evodis!
API has been keeping busy in the UK & overseas this time in Belgium completing Trunk main inspection trials using the PIPA Flowrider™ system.
The Flowrider™ system was deployed to inspect internal pipe condition and configuration under pressure, with the 800mm water pipeline dated more than 100 years old.
The Flowrider™ system is an industry approved floating camera that includes an ultra-responsive hydrophone for leak detection along with a cable trace feature.
The Flowrider™ system uses PIPA designed Hydrochutes for long range pipe inspections of up to 1000 metres using the water flow, the Hydrochutes include a remote collapse system for safe retrieval.
The PIPA systems includes a chlorination housing and is approved for safe use in potable water networks. The camera sensors include ultra-bright COB lights, HD camera sensor with an ultra-responsive hydrophone.
All locations inspected have recorded invaluable pipe condition data which will be analysed by API and reports provided to the water utility company, all part of every under pressure pipe inspection survey.
Applications to the potable water sector
• Pressurised water pipe condition assessment tools
• Systems can be pushed or floated down pipelines
• Pipe material and lining validations
• Location of pipe defects, blockages and buried valves
• Investigate the source of dirty water prior to customer complaints (DWI)
• Asset management budget validation devicev
• Identify illegal connections (NRW)
• Accurate leak location in all pipe materials
• Mains tracing
Camera entry points
The PIPA systems are designed for under pressure pipe inspections via many types of valves and pressure fittings installed directly on top of a water mains.
PIPA Representative Fabio Orlandi: We are getting lots of interest from international clients on the Hydrocam™ & Flowrider™ systems, and are very pleased to see API operating our systems over in Belgium!
More projects are now being planned with PIPA Technology in Norway including the longer range 1km Flowrider™ system.
Well done API team…
PIPA has developed the widest range of pressurised pipe inspection products commercially available in the world, and has worked with the majority of the UK water utility companies and a wide range of clients overseas.
For more information on the Hydrocam™, Flowrider™ or any PIPA system please contact: sa***@*****uk.com
