Pig Lancher and Receivers
Pig launcher and receiver systems (Pig Launcher & Receiver Units) are fundamental equipment used for the internal cleaning, drying, pressure testing, or in-line inspection of pipelines. These systems play a critical role in the continuity and safety of pipeline operations, especially in oil, natural gas, chemical, and refinery facilities.
Edopec maximizes the operational safety of facilities by designing safe and efficient pig launcher/receiver systems in accordance with international engineering standards.
Working Principle
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Pig Launcher: The section where the device called a “pig” is sent into the pipeline for maintenance or cleaning purposes. The pig cleans the inner surface of the line or collects data.
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Pig Receiver: The part where the pig coming from within the line is safely stopped, and gas or liquid pressure is discharged in a controlled manner.
These two pieces of equipment work together to ensure the line is cleared of sediment, paraffin, water, or foreign materials; thus, flow efficiency and process safety are maintained.
Edopec Engineering Approach
Edopec designs custom pig launcher and receiver systems for every project based on pipe diameter, pressure level, fluid type, and operation frequency. All engineering processes are carried out in accordance with ASME, API, PED, and ATEX standards.
Edopec solutions cover the following:
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Manufacturing from carbon steel, stainless steel, or alloy materials
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Manual or automatic closure systems
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Designs suitable for horizontal, vertical, or angled pipelines
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Integration of pig tracking and pressure safety systems
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Field installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance services
Purposes of Pig Systems
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In-line cleaning and maintenance
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Water drainage and drying before new line commissioning
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Pressure tests and system leak checks
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Inline inspection (smart pig) applications
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Product transfer and line separation operations
Why Edopec?
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Over 22 years of energy sector experience
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Engineering and documentation in compliance with international standards
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Project design specific to facility conditions
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Long-lasting, safe, and easy-to-maintain equipment
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Continuous technical support and post-project consultancy
Edopec – Engineering Excellence in Pipeline Safety
Pig launcher and receiver systems are the main components of operational efficiency and safety in pipeline management. Edopec designs, implements, and commissions all systems with traceable processes and in line with ethical engineering principles.
