Transient Pressure Monitoring Solutions
One of the leading causes of water main breaks is the occurrence of transient pressure “surges” or “water hammers” within pipelines. Pipes are susceptible to these forceful pressure surges caused by sudden changes in momentum of the liquid within the pipeline. These surges can exceed the structural strength of a pipeline with devastating force, and will cause damage in the form of a rupture or, more frequently, in the form of latent damage that can result in failure at a later date.
Transient pressures can occur during normal pipeline operation when valves are suddenly closed, a pump fails, and in the event of check valve slams. The sudden change within the system causes a pressure wave that travels down the length of the pipeline.
Transient pressure monitoring solutions from PPIC can help you identify exactly when these surges occur as well as how their impact may affect your pipeline infrastructure. Remote transient pressure monitoring (RTPM) devices can be installed anywhere in your pipeline and analyzed over any given period of time. PPIC then provides you with complete in-depth reports at regular intervals during the length of the service contract.
Knowing exactly when transient pressures occur, their magnitude, and what effect they may have on the life of your pipeline provides valuable insight of how to minimize these events and protect your infrastructure.
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