To ensure efficient and safe operation of extensive natural gas pipelines, plumbing companies routinely check their pipes for corrosion and defects.. This is done through the use of advanced equipment known as 'smart pigs'.. Smart pigs Is an intelligent robotic device that is pushed down a pipe to evaluate the inside of a pipe.. Smart pigs can test the thickness and roundness of the pipe, Check for signs of corrosion, detecting small leaks, and other defects along the inside of the pipe that can inhibit gas flow, or pose a potential safety risk to pipeline operation. pipe. Send smart pigs to the pipeline is known as 'pigging’ pipe.
In addition to inspection with smart pigs, There are a number of precautions and safety procedures implemented to minimize the risk of accidents.. Fact, Natural gas transport is one of the safest ways to transport energy., Mostly because the infrastructure is being repaired., and buried underground. Pipelines are the safest method for transporting petroleum and natural gas..
While large interstate natural gas pipelines transport natural gas from processing areas to consumer areas and can serve large wholesale users such as industrial customers or power plants directly., It is the distribution system that actually delivers natural gas to most retail customers., including housing for gas users.