INDUSTRY NEWS IRM Systems Introduces Pipeline Integrity
& Budget Optimization Tool PIBOT Software Facilitates Pipeline Integrity, Saving Time & Money
IRM Systems (IRMS), the independent authority in emergency pipeline repair systems, introduced the Pipeline Integrity & Budget Optimization Tool (PIBOT), a new modular software package. The PIBOT reduces the amount of time and costs associated with carrying out pipeline integrity engineering and management activities via data management, integration, and smart data analytics.
Deriving Greater Value From Data The PIBOT was developed in response to industry demand for ways to derive the utmost value from data. “This software solution makes it possible to instantly clean, structure, align, standardize and visualize data, in addition to carrying out pipeline integrity management and smart data analytics,” said Rahul Raghukumar, Pipeline Engineer for IRMS. “For example, you could automate the process from inputting data to assessing risk, determining inspection intervals, and producing reports, all in a traceable, transparent way. As a result, operators work from enhanced data analysis that provides more accurate degradation forecasting and comprehensive risk assessments, representing a step-change in maintaining pipeline integrity.”
Multi-Tasking Tool Improves Efficiency The technology features several stand-alone software modules that can be combined to work in unison. Access to a single module allows the user to be more efficient at a single task. Alternatively, operators can enhance the efficiency of activities that are essential to maintaining pipeline integrity by incrementally implementing more modules to suit
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specific requirements. With all PIBOT modules working together, a database consisting of secure data, open-source databases or combination thereof can be automatically integrated. As a result, the data needn’t be input twice, reducing costs and saving time. It also means that the software provides more insights, giving real value from the data to the user, while ensuring that the system is AI-ready.
A History of Reducing Operator Costs Already, the PIBOT has a record of reducing operator costs. Operator Petrogas is among those that are using it. It is also producing impressive results for several other North Sea oil and gas operators. IRMS attributes much of this success to the PIBOT’s ability to intelligently implement Risk Based Inspection (RBI). By combining the RBI methodology with the tool’s automated report generation feature, an operator used the PIBOT for reporting to Staatstoezicht op De Mijnen, a regulatory body in The Netherlands. One of its strengths is that it makes it possible to manage and visualize complete Risk Matrices for the full asset portfolio, producing a visual representation of all data
in a specialized, proven Geographic Information System (GIS).
The PIBOT also helps operators extend the life of a pipeline while safeguarding its integrity. For example, integrity engineers receive a detailed description and visualization of Risks, Pipeline Status, and Integrity Impact factors by combining multiple PIBOT modules. Plus, individual third-party software and data can be integrated by connecting them with any stand-alone PIBOT module.
Stand-Alone Module Integrates EPRS This module also provides a comprehensive insight into the unique Emergency Pipeline Repair System (EPRS) that is available for the individual pipeline. Because this module ensures that all aspects of the EPRS are fully integrated, an emergency pipeline repair can be simulated, managed, and optimized.
Looking Ahead IRMS is carrying out a pilot project for risk-based inspections of offshore jacket structures at its headquarters in Delft, The Netherlands. Upon successful completion of trials, it will be rolled out as a software module in 2021.
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