In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Marc Lamontagne returns to discuss how in-line inspection (ILI) technology has evolved over the past eight years. He shares insights on advancements in crack detection, including phased array ultrasonics, improvements in magnetic-based tools, and the increasing volume and fidelity of inspection data. The conversation also explores the growing […]
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Episode 429: ILI Data Integration with Marc Lamontagne
The Pipeliners Podcast is continuing a series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. In this episode, host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne discuss data. Specifically, what should operators do with all of the data they’re collecting? Mr. Lamontagne provides his perspective on data integration, what to look for in […]
Episode 428: Geometry and Mapping Tools for ILI with Marc Lamontagne
The Pipeliners Podcast is continuing a series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. In this episode, host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne discuss the important roles of geometry and mapping for inline inspection. You will learn about the caliper and geometry tools used for inline inspection, why it’s […]
Episode 427: Ultrasonic for Inline Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
The Pipeliners Podcast is continuing a series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. In this episode, host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne discuss the use of ultrasonics for inline inspection. In this episode, you will learn about the use of ultrasonic tools to capture information about corrosion and […]
Episode 426: MFL for Inline Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
Description This Pipeliners Podcast episode is part of a rebroadcast of a previously-aired series on inline inspection (ILI) with Marc Lamontagne of the Lamontagne Pipeline Assessment Corporation. Host Russel Treat and Mr. Lamontagne begin the series discussing magnetic flux leakage (MFL) technology. In this episode, you will learn about the value of MFL as the […]
Episode 425: Inline Pipeline Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, you will learn about the important topic of inline pipeline inspection with guest Marc Lamontagne. Included is a discussion of the history of pigging and the three categories of threats to pipeline integrity. You will be in the same position as host Russel Treat walking through the pigging […]
Episode 311: Learning Integrity Management with Christopher De Leon and Rhett Dotson
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, hosts Christopher De Leon and Rhett Dotson join Russel Treat to discuss learning integrity management. The hosts share insights from their experience in the pipeline industry and the creation of their podcast, “Pipeline Things.” They highlight the importance of understanding pipeline failures, the role of regulations, and the […]
Episode 31: Conversations from Pipeline Pigging and Integrity Management (PPIM)
In this special episode of the Pipeline Technology Podcast, host Russel Treat speaks with multiple guests on the floor of the trade show exhibit at Pipeline Pigging and Integrity Management 2023. This episode covers the topics and focuses of PPIM and features guests from various companies. Pipeline Pigging and Integrity Management (PPIM) Show Notes, Links, […]
Episode 273: ILI Tool Types and their Application with Mark Escobedo and Pam Moreno
This week’s Pipeliners Podcast episode features Mark Escobedo and Pam Moreno of DNV discussing multiple ILI tools and their specific uses and differences. In this episode, you will learn about the different types of MFL, ultrasonic technology, and more, as well as EMAT and other technologies used in inline inspection. ILI Tool Show Notes, Links, […]
Episode 26: Challenging ILI of a Crude Pipeline in the Caribbean with Michael Nadler
This month’s Pipeline Technology Podcast episode sponsored by Pipeline & Gas Journal features Micheal Nadler discussing his Pipeline and Gas Journal article over a difficult ILI and how he successfully overcame that challenge. In this month’s episode, you will learn about the specific tool that was created to conquer the tough ILI, as well as […]