Protecting Critical Midstream and Downstream Assets
Pipelines and aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) are vital for the safe transport and storage of crude oil, natural gas, and refined products. Over time, corrosion, cracking, and structural fatigue threaten their integrity — posing serious safety, environmental, and financial risks.
BQCIS offers comprehensive integrity management solutions including corrosion mapping, ultrasonic gauging, and tank calibration. Our inspections meet stringent global codes such as API 570, API 653, and API 579, providing quantitative data for Fitness-for-Service (FFS) assessments and predictive maintenance programs.
With certified inspectors and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we ensure that every measurement translates into actionable insight, enabling proactive maintenance, lifetime extension, and regulatory compliance.
Key Pipeline & Tank Integrity Activities
Key Benefits of Pipeline & Tank Integrity Services
Extended Asset Life
Corrosion mapping and FFS assessments allow strategic repair and maintenance planning, extending asset lifespan cost-effectively.
Regulatory Compliance
Our inspections meet API, ISO, and local environmental requirements—ensuring operator compliance and audit readiness.
Accurate Custody Transfer
High-precision tank calibration guarantees exact volume determination for fair trade settlement and inventory accounting.
Reduced Environmental Risk
Early detection of corrosion or wall loss prevents leaks, protecting surrounding ecosystems and minimizing liability exposure.
Success Story
Corrosion Mapping Prevents Critical Pipeline Failure
A petrochemical operator required detailed wall-thickness data on a buried effluent line suspected of severe corrosion to decide between repair and full replacement.
BQCIS performed Automated Ultrasonic Corrosion Mapping over the exposed section, producing a color-coded thickness map. This dataset identified localized metal loss below design limits and allowed precise engineering evaluation.
The high-accuracy map supported a targeted repair rather than full replacement, saving significant capital cost while avoiding an environmental incident. The verified data was later used in the client’s formal FFS documentation and risk-based inspection plan.