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Pipe-Tech is a one-stop shop for all your Pipeline Pigging needs.
As one of North America’s most comprehensive Pipeline Pig Retailers and Pipeline Pig Manufacturers, we provide one of the industry’s most extensive selections of Pipeline Pigs.

Whether you’re company is in need of Urethane Pigging Products, Brush Pigging Products, Steel Pigging Products or, we have a wide selection in various sizes and styles.
We also are one of the industry’s most reliable sources for Pig Tracking Systems, Pig Signals and accessories.  Visit our specific product pages to learn more about our complete inventory of products and services, and if you’re not sure exactly what you need, give us a call and one of our technical sales associates will be happy to assist.

Pipeline Pigging: FAQ

Customers often come to us wanting to know if a Pipeline Pigging System can improve their throughput or pipeline performance.  Typically our answer is a resounding, “Yes.”

If pipeline throughput has decreased or additional pressure is required, a good cleaning program may be just what you need to remove built-up debris and restore pipeline performance and reduce corrosion potential.

Q: Is Pigging an Appropriate Procedure Before an Inspection?
A: Enclosed pipes are hard to diagnose and costly to open up.  Before inspections of any kind, it’s a good idea to undergo a thorough cleaning.  Clean pipelines allow inspection tools to operate at their utmost efficiency and gather the most accurate data possible. Using Urethane Pigs, Brush Pigs, Steel Pigs, or Foam Pigs, from a reliable Pipeline Pig Manufacturer is an excellent way to avoid having tools get stuck in the pipeline. Pipe-Tech can help.
 
Q: If a pipeline is brand new, is there any reason to implement a Pigging Program?
A: Yes.  During the construction process the pipeline can collect errant construction materials, such as welding rods or equipment, as well as rocks, soil, and even small animals.  Pigging can help dislodge these items prior to commissioning of a new pipeline and ensure performance to design specifications from the very start. There is no better time to apply chemical inhibitor than now  . . . when the pipe is clean and bare.


Q: Is a regular schedule of Pipeline Pigging necessary?
A: Yes.  Best practices for pipeline maintenance include regular cleaning and pig runs.  Cleaning Pigs can clear debris from a pipeline before it has a chance to accumulate. Pigging is an effective method of internal corrosion mitigation. As a Pipeline Pig Manufacturer and Retailer, we deal with hundreds of customers each year.  Most believe that the best cleaning programs involve regular – even daily – pig runs.
 
Q: If we know about an obstruction, what can we do?
A: Regular cleaning can prevent obstructions, but if significant wax, scale or debris build-up occurs, you’ll want to consult with experts to determine whether or not the risk of putting cleaning pigs through the line outweighs the expense of pipeline cutting.  The experts at Pipe-Tech can work with you to determine the appropriate course of action and, if needed, the right Urethane Pig, Foam Pig, Brush Pig or Steel Pig to do the job right