See inside a live pipeline with CCTV camera services
Built on the proven Sahara® platform, the Sahara® Video CCTV system gives utilities the ability to see inside water pipelines without costly shutdown or dewatering.
How Sahara® Video Works
Sahara® Video is easily inserted into a live pipeline through a standard 2 inch or larger tap. Tethered to the surface, the Sahara® CCTV camera is gently pulled by the flow of the water transmitting real-time video data from inside the pipeline. With the ability to travel up to 6,000 feet, Sahara® Video can be used for a number of applications including:
- Locating lost line valves;
- Investigating unexplained flow conditions;
- Locating debris and partial blockages;
- Searching for illegal connections;
- Locating and assessing tuberculation of all types;
- Visually inspecting pipe walls and liners;
- Examining the condition of suspect valves;
- Screening for obstacles or laterals before using a free-swimming inspection tool;
- Assessing internal corrosion on metallic pipes;
- Inspecting pipes near a known leak to help plan repairs;
Typical Sahara® Video Setup
Operating Specifications
| Pipeline Materials | Any (metal, concrete, plastic, fiberglass, etc.) |
| Insertion Point Requirements | Standard 2 inch tap |
| Maximum Operating Pressure | 150 PSI |
| Minimum Water Flow Speed | 1 foot per second |
| Pipeline Diameter (standard insertion) | 16 inches and above |
| Maximum Cable Length | 6,000 feet |
| Maximum Cumulative Bends per Survey | Concrete Lined: 135o; Other materials: 270o |
Contact PPIC
Do you need to conduct a visal inspection of your pipeline? Contact PPIC to see how we can help you with your application.