Pipeline Integrity Management Services

Proactive Pipeline Integrity Management

When resources are limited, integrity management programs can become reactive instead of proactive. TFC helps operators strengthen their Integrity Management Programs by emphasizing the program as a lifecycle, not just a reactive response to problems when they arise.

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Approaching Integrity Management as a Lifecycle

Integrity management is not a one-and-done task. As assets, operating requirements, and regulations change, programs need to be reviewed and updated to maintain the right plan. TFC views pipeline integrity as an ongoing process, not a checklist.

Our team helps operators evaluate programs, identify gaps, and make practical improvements tailored to each system. We believe in Safeguarding ROI: Return on INTEGRITY. By connecting planning, implementation, assessment, and updates, operators can keep their integrity programs current as risks, assets, and requirements evolve.

The 9 Integrity Threats

EXTERNAL CORROSION

Corrosion occurring on the outside surface of a pipeline due to environmental exposure, coating damage, or inadequate cathodic protection.

MANUFACTURING

Failures or defects introduced during material production or fabrication that can affect long-term integrity.

THIRD-PARTY DAMAGE

Damage resulting from external activities such as excavation, drilling, farming, or unauthorized construction work.

INTERNAL CORROSION

Material loss caused by corrosive substances inside the pipeline, including water, gases, contaminants, or process fluids.

CONSTRUCTION

Damage or defects caused during installation activities.

INCORRECT OPERATIONS

Incidents caused by improper procedures, human error, communication breakdowns, or deviation from established practices.

STRESS CORROSION CRACKING (SCC)

A cracking mechanism that develops when tensile stress, a susceptible material, and a corrosive environment are present simultaneously.

EQUIPMENT FAILURE

The loss of function of equipment due to wear, malfunction, design issues, or inadequate maintenance.

WEATHER RELATED & OUTSIDE FORCES

Damage or failures resulting from environmental conditions and natural forces.

INTERACTIVE THREATS

RISK

DATA

REGULATORY

Understanding Risk

Threats do not exist in isolation. A single threat can create or contribute to multiple risks across an asset. Understanding how those risks connect helps operators prioritize what matters most and determine where action is needed.

Crack Management Within Integrity Programs

Though it has been ten years since the crack threat has been a required consideration for pipeline operators, many operators have inadequate crack management plans. Integrity Management Programs may cover processes similar to how cracks and crack-like features are managed, but they often are outdated. Worse yet, integrity engineers have heavy workloads and lack the time to focus on implementing new programs. By leveraging our experience and expertise to enhance your programs, engineers are able to shift their focus to completing their integrity projects safely.

A Right-Sized Approach

TFC helps operators develop and optimize right-sized crack management programs that support compliance, improve audit defensibility, and align with broader asset management objectives. Our team works alongside operators to evaluate existing processes, identify gaps, enhance documentation, and build practical frameworks that support long-term integrity management goals.

Why Crack Management Matters

In 2003, PHMSA put owners and operators on notice that pipeline systems should be evaluated for susceptibility to Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) and the impact SCC may have on pipeline integrity. Today, effective crack management remains an important component of a comprehensive integrity management program, requiring processes that are both practical to implement and defensible under regulatory review.

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We transform our customers from risky operations with unknowns to assured asset integrity and economic confidence, achieved through our proven ADD Method. Let’s discuss how we can help Safeguard ROI: Return On INTEGRITY for your pipeline assets.

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