Hot Tapping Service
Hot Tapping Service
Hot Tapping is a process used to make a new connection into a pressurized pipeline while it is still in operation, without shutting it down.
Hot Tapping is a process used to make a new connection into a pressurized pipeline while it is still in operation, without shutting it down. This allows for the addition of new branches or connections to be made to the existing pipeline, while maintaining the flow of fluid. Hot Taps can be done on lines containing water, oil, gases, fuels, steam, and many other chemicals. Pressures up to 1440 psig can be Hot Tapped safely with no interruption of service.
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Pipe Materials
IFS is capable of performing this service on a variety of pipe materials:
- Stainless Steel
- Carbon Steel
- Ductile Iron
- Cast Iron
- Nickel Alloys
- Copper based Alloys
- HDPE Pipes
- GRP Pipes
Advantages
- A 'tie-in' can be performed without incurring the costs and down-time of a complete system drain down.
- No interruption of service during installation.
- Safe operation for low and high pressure systems.
- Can be performed on Hydrocarbons and utility pipelines.
- Compatible with various pipe materials and fluid types.