Pipeline Maintenance

Pipeline maintenance covers all activities required to keep pipelines safe, reliable and compliant throughout their service life. This includes inspection, cleaning, surface preparation, corrosion protection, and repair.

Where is pipeline maintenance needed?

Pipeline maintenance is critical in:

• Oil & Gas – transmission pipelines, offshore risers, onshore distribution.
• Petrochemical & Chemical plants – process piping and storage connections.
• Power generation – cooling water and steam pipelines.
• Marine & Offshore wind – subsea and topside pipeline systems.

For you as an asset owner, pipeline maintenance prevents leaks, unplanned downtime and environmental incidents.

Extra explanation

Key challenges in pipeline maintenance include:

• Corrosion – internal and external, including CUI.
• Coating breakdown – poor surface prep leads to premature failures.
• Access restrictions – pipelines often run through ATEX zones or confined spaces.
• Environmental risk – leaks or open blasting can contaminate soil and water.

Standards such as API 570 and ISO 13623 define maintenance and inspection requirements.

Pinovo and pipeline maintenance

Pinovo supports pipeline maintenance by:

• PiCo Pipe™ – specially designed for blasting pipelines and cylindrical surfaces.
• PiPoint™ – for spot blasting welds, supports and coating defects.
• Dust-free blasting – eliminates grit pollution and microplastics.
• ATEX-certified safety – safe to use in explosive zones without shutdown.

Pinovo does not repair pipelines, but ensures they are safely prepared for coating, wrapping or composite repairs.