Soil Identification in UK Pipeline Projects: A Guide

From pump surges to seismic activity, industrial piping systems face serious risks without the right protective components in place. In our latest blog post, Cal Hayes, General Manager of Proco’s WaterWorks Division, shares expert insights on how properly selected expansion joints can prevent catastrophic failures in water and wastewater systems. Learn about joint placement, material selection, filled vs. open arches, and the vital role of control rods, all based on real-world engineering experience. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g2H5nDji #ProcoProducts #ExpansionJoints #FlowControl #WaterTreatment #WastewaterSystems #PipingProtection #EngineeringTips #AskTheExpert

Hello #Connections_🗣️ #Ques - Why we maintain 2' (600 mm) distance from bottom of pipe to grade or structure? #Ans - We maintained Bottom of Pipe 2' above from Grade or Structure because of Drain, Supporting of Pipes, Access for maintenance, installation & handling etc. Explaination- 1. #Clearance & #Access - A 2' clearance ensures there is enough space between the pipe and the ground for easy access for inspection, maintenance, and repair. 2. #Support & #Stability - Pipes need to be supported, and a 2' clearance can provide space for the pipe supports and hangers, preventing the pipe from directly touching the ground or other structures. 3. #Drainage & #Water_Accumulation - This space can help prevent water and debris from accumulating underneath the pipe, which could lead to corrosion or damage. 4. #Installation & #Handling - It allows for the installation and handling of the pipe, especially larger or insulated pipes, without having to work directly on the ground. #Oil_Gas #EPC_Projects #Piping #Engineering #Designing_Field #Plant

Corrosion Protection Strategies in Construction Projects ⬇️ When designing a construction project, especially for metallic components like pipelines and structures, it's crucial to identify the environmental corrosivity to choose the right external corrosion protection methods. 🛠️ Common Corrosion Control Methods: 🟡 Coatings 🟡 Cathodic Protection (CP) 🟡 Linings 🟡 Material Upgrading: such as corrosion-resistant alloys (CRAs) or non-metallic materials like fiberglass. 💡 Corrosion risks are classified into five main environmental categories: 1️⃣ Atmospheric Corrosion: On exposed surfaces. 2️⃣ Soil Corrosion: For buried items. 3️⃣ Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI): Hidden corrosion under insulation. 4️⃣ Corrosion Under Fireproofing (CUF): Hidden corrosion under fireproofing. 5️⃣ Corrosion Underwater and in Splash Zone: For marine and subsea structures. ✅ One of the simplest tables for atmospheric corrosion categories (For Saudi Aramco Projects) is in SAES-A-134. (refer to attached photo). ✴️ For more detailed requirements, it's essential to consult these standards: ISO 12944-2 & SAES-A-134. #Corrosion_Protection_Requirements

🚨 Something “BIG” is coming to Sydney… and there's a lot more on its way! Over 1.1 km of OD2400 Reinforced Concrete steel Cylinder Pipe (RCCP)-Jacking Pipes for a major raw water pipeline in Sydney’s Thornleigh and this is only the beginning. These pipes are engineered to tackle major trenchless crossings while handling potable water at high pressures. 💡 What's on it’s way:                                    • 279 x 4m RCCP-J pipes • 10 x Inter-Jacking Station (IJS) pipes • Anti-roll pipes and sacrificial MTBM starter pipes • Pressure class: 16 bar • Standards: EN639, EN641, EN1916 • Robust SL-welded joints & internal anti-abrasion liners From manufacturing to delivery and installation, every step has been tailored to support the unique ground and design conditions of this major Sydney infrastructure project. 🛠️ Our team worked closely with the delivery contractor to ensure every element met the required tolerances, corrosion protection, and jacking performance criteria.                                                                            🔎 Looking for trenchless jacking solutions? We supply RCCP, GRP, RCP and more — from DN300 to DN4000. Whatever the drive length, geology, or pressure class — we have got the jacking pipe  and the smarts to support your trenchless application. 📩 Reach out or visit our site to learn more. #EmpireInfrastructure #BonnaPipes #RCCP #TrenchlessTechnology #JackingPipes #NoDig

🔹 Why We Use Target Tee Design at Downstream of Wellhead In oil & gas production systems, the Target Tee design is frequently applied just downstream of the wellhead to safely manage high-velocity, erosive multiphase flows. This design helps extend equipment life while ensuring safe and efficient operation. ✅ Function of Target Tee Design Acts as an erosion protection device by deflecting high-velocity flow onto a sacrificial target plate inside the tee. Helps in reducing jet impingement on the pipe wall, thereby lowering erosion risk. Provides a controlled flow path for multiphase fluids (gas, liquid, sand). ✅ Benefits of Target Tee Design Erosion control: Protects downstream piping from sand-laden or high-velocity fluid erosion. Extended equipment life: Increases pipeline and fitting longevity by reducing localized wear. Operational reliability: Minimizes unplanned downtime caused by erosion-related failures. Cost savings: Reduces frequency of replacements or major repairs in erosive service. ✅ Selection Criteria for Target Tee Design Well fluid characteristics – sand content, velocity, gas-liquid ratio. Erosion risk assessment – based on CFD studies or API RP 14E guidelines. Material selection – erosion-resistant alloys, CRA cladding, or replaceable sacrificial plates. Maintainability – ease of inspection and replacement of the target plate. Location – positioned immediately downstream of the wellhead where velocity impact is highest. ⚠️ Common Problems with Target Tee Design Plate wear: Target plate erodes quickly in sandy production, requiring frequent inspection/replacement. Flow disturbance: Can create turbulence, pressure drop, or noise if not designed properly. Maintenance challenge: Accessing and replacing the plate may require shutdown. Potential plugging: Solids accumulation around the target plate if flushing is inadequate. 🔹 Summary The Target Tee design is a specialized erosion mitigation solution applied downstream of wellheads. It effectively protects piping from high-velocity, sand-laden flows, extending system life and ensuring operational reliability. However, proper material selection, design, and inspection are critical to manage its common challenges. #OilAndGas #Wellhead #PipelineDesign #FlowAssurance #ErosionControl #EnergyEngineering #OperationsExcellence

Future-proof anchoring for the toughest conditions 🔥   We’re proud to share that EX3, our flagship pure epoxy anchoring system, has been certified with a new ETA-defined high-temperature range: short-term: up to +75°C; long-term: up to +55°C. This new benchmark is more than just a figure. EX3 delivers twice the load-bearing capacity at elevated temperatures compared to the second-best product on the market. EX3 offers:  ▪️ Best-in-class performance for hot climates & summer peak conditions ▪️ Superior seismic performance (C1 & C2)  ▪️ Certified for rebar connections under seismic action  ▪️ Compliance with TR069 (bond-splitting resistance)  ▪️ 0% shrinkage and reduced drilling diameters EX3 is the ultimate solution for critical infrastructure, civil engineering, seismic zones, and power installations. Engineered for private label brands that demand performance without compromise. At 2K Polymer Systems, we turn innovation into your advantage. Let’s make your brand the one contractors trust, even when the heat is on. #2KPS #2KPolymerSystems #ChemicalAnchoring #ConstructionInnovation

=> Where are the tests required to make an overhead tank performed? Before, during and after the construction of an Elevated Service Reservoir (ESR / OHT), a variety of material and structural tests are conducted to confirm its safety, strength and water tightness. 📌 Required Tests – As per Stage 1. Before Construction (Material Testing) Cement Test – Fineness, Setting time, Compressive strength (as per IS 4031) Aggregate Test – Sieve analysis, Impact value, Crushing value, Specific gravity, Water absorption (as per IS 2386) Steel Reinforcement Test – Tensile strength, Bend & Re-bend test (as per IS 1786) Water Test – pH value, Chloride & Sulphate content (as per IS 456 potable water check) 2. During Construction (Concrete Testing) Slump test – For Workability Compressive strength test – Cube test (7 & 28 days) NDT Test (if required) – Rebound hammer test, Ultrasonic pulse velocity test Cover check – Reinforcement cover with meter 3. After Construction (Structural & Water Tightness Testing) Water Tightness Test (Hydro Test / Tank Filling Test) – With tank water Check for seepage / leakage for 72 hours after filling (as per IS 3370) Load Test (if required in design) – To check structural stability Core Test / NDT – If there is quality doubt, core cutting & testing Settlement & Alignment check – Foundation and column verticality check --- 👉 Summary: The main tests for overhead tanks are – Cube test (Concrete), Steel test, Aggregate test, Water test, Slump test and most importantly Water Tightness Test.

Suction caissons & suction-assisted piles — what we still don’t reliably predict (and how to fix it) Suction caissons are a cost-effective foundation for offshore structures — but two recurring issues keep turning up in industry reports and field trials: transient pore-pressure effects during installation, and uncertainty in pile–soil interface strength (especially in clays and layered soils). Recent reviews and field studies show that: • Interface strength must be chosen according to drainage conditions: undrained (short-term) behavior in soft clays vs drained/frictional behavior in sands. • Pumping/suction and penetration generate excess pore pressures that can temporarily reduce effective stress and interface resistance — but as these pressures dissipate the soil “sets up” and capacity increases; the magnitude and dissipation time are site-specific. • The best practice is lab → instrumented field trial → coupled numerical calibration: conduct realistic interface shear tests, instrument a trial caisson (pore pressure, load & displacement) and use coupled hydro-mechanical models to test sensitivity to pump rates, skirt depth and stratigraphy. Why this matters to operators & EPCs: better quantification reduces conservatism in design, avoids failed installs or excessive grouting, shortens vessel time and improves cost predictability. Yet the industry still lacks standardized interface testing protocols, and many projects rely on conservative, poorly-calibrated setup factors. #suctioncaisson #offshorefoundations #geotechnicalengineering #soilmechanics #porepressure #installation #offshorewind #EPC #instrumentation #researchtocorporate

💧 Water Well Drilling: A Vital Step Toward Sustainable Access 1️⃣ Initial Survey & Site Selection 🔍 Experts use geological studies and geophysical tools to identify the optimal location for drilling. This includes mapping, soil analysis, and evaluating underground water levels. 2️⃣ Drilling & Wall Stabilization 🛠️ Specialized machinery (rotary or percussion drills) is used to reach the desired depth. Casing pipes are installed, and the space between them is sealed with cement to prevent wall collapse. 3️⃣ Pump Installation & Water Delivery 🚰 A submersible pump is placed inside the well to bring water to the surface. Pipes, valves, and storage tanks are added for efficient water distribution. 4️⃣ Testing & Final Commissioning 🧪 Water quality and flow rate are tested to ensure the well is safe, reliable, and ready for use. ✅ This process must be carried out by skilled professionals, following engineering and safety standards to ensure long-term access to clean water. #WaterEngineering #SustainableDevelopment #UndergroundResources #RuralInfrastructure #WellDrilling

Corrosion doesn’t work in isolation. During our recent Concrete Preservation Alliance webinar Corrosion 101: Causes and Assessment Strategies, an attendee asked: “How does the combination of carbonation and chlorides affect the chloride threshold and overall corrosivity?” Our expert, Pratik Murkute, Ph.D., PE , NACE CP Specialist, explained how these two mechanisms don’t just coexist—they accelerate each other, lowering corrosion thresholds and increasing risk far beyond what you’d expect from either alone. This is the kind of real-world insight you can take back to your projects, directly from the experts! If you have corrosion-related questions, drop them in the comments below or ask them LIVE in our last session, “Uncovering the Unknown: Investigating Hidden Structural Conditions,” this Thursday, September 11th, 2025. Register for the final session now! https://lnkd.in/eBmMPj-V