Cleaning pipelines: a pigging primer

Journal Article · Mon Feb 04 04:00:00 EST 1985 · Chem. Eng. (N.Y.); (United States)

OSTI ID:5130126

Kipin, P

The ''pig'', a cleaning device currently used to clear out pipes, is discussed here. Types of pigs are described and include styrofoam, rubber, and soft foam. The limitations to the use of pigs are discussed. Unless all valves are fully open, a pig can get stuck. Ball-type tees may cause a short pig to drop and bypass. Generally, no pig is able to traverse a one-cut miter.

• Research Organization: World Pipe Service Co., Aliquippa, PA
• OSTI ID: 5130126
• Journal Information: Chem. Eng. (N.Y.); (United States), Journal Name: Chem. Eng. (N.Y.); (United States) Vol. 92:3; ISSN CHEEA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

02 PETROLEUM
022000* -- Petroleum-- Transport
Handling
& Storage
03 NATURAL GAS
032000 -- Natural Gas-- Transport
Handling
& Storage
CHEMICAL PLANTS
CLEANING
COLLOIDS
DISPERSIONS
ELASTOMERS
FOAMS
INDUSTRIAL PLANTS
NATURAL GAS PROCESSING PLANTS
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
ORGANIC POLYMERS
PETROCHEMICAL PLANTS
PETROLEUM REFINERIES
PIPELINES
POLYMERS
RUBBERS