At Core Pipeline Services, we provide specialist engineering consultation services for hot tapping, line stopping and pipeline projects across South Africa. Our mechanical engineering expertise allows us to assist clients from the initial concept and planning stage through to detailed engineering, fabrication and execution.

Every live pipeline presents its own technical requirements. Before undertaking a hot tap or line stop, factors such as pipeline size, operating pressure, temperature, pipe material, product, connection configuration and site conditions need to be carefully considered.

Our consultation services help clients understand these requirements and develop a practical approach for their specific application.

Our Engineering Consultation Services

We can provide technical consultation and engineering support for:

• Hot tapping applications and connection design
• Line stopping and pipeline isolation
• Pipeline modifications and tie-ins
• Pipeline bypass arrangements
• Pipeline pigging applications
• Engineering and fabrication drawings
• Manufacturing and fabrication requirements
• Pipeline fittings and connection arrangements
• Existing pipeline modifications
• Project-specific engineering assessments
• Technical problem-solving and design support

From Engineering Concept to Execution

Our involvement can begin with a simple engineering requirement or an initial project concept. We can assess the application, discuss possible solutions and develop the technical information required to move the project forward.

For hot tapping and line stopping projects, this may include reviewing the existing pipeline configuration, determining the appropriate connection arrangement and developing the required engineering or fabrication drawings.

Where pipeline pigging is required, we can also provide technical input regarding the application and requirements of the proposed pigging operation.

Our engineering drawing capabilities extend beyond pipeline work, allowing us to develop detailed engineering, fabrication and manufacturing drawings for a wide range of mechanical applications.

Engineering Expertise Backed by Professional Oversight

Our team combines practical mechanical engineering knowledge with more than 15 years of combined experience in the oil and gas industry.

Where required, engineering drawings and designs can be reviewed and signed off by our ECSA-registered engineers, providing professional engineering oversight for applicable projects.

Whether you are planning a hot tap, line stop, pipeline modification, pigging operation or fabrication project, Core Pipeline Services can provide the engineering consultation and technical support required to turn your requirements into a practical solution.

Have a pipeline or engineering challenge? Talk to Core Pipeline Services and let us help develop the solution.