In addition to chemical cleaning, Astro Pak offers over 40 years of Pipeline Pigging experience and services. We provide cleaning techniques for extensive piping transfer systems for removal of construction debris, operational sludge or corrosion products.
Benefits of Pipeline Pigging
There are many benefits to Pipeline Pigging. Beginning with efficient and cost-effective means that removes foreign matter, loose debris, or corrosion products. In addition to removing harmful matter, this process is ideal for pipe flow integrity, which improves pipeline carrying capability and product recovery that minimizes waste. Pigging Services are performed on large bore and long distance piping systems using an assortment of pigs with exterior coatings such as wire brushes, to abrasives, polyurethane or soft foam. During the process, chemical cleaning chemistry and techniques are applied to the pigging process to remove heavy accumulation of oxidation, bioburdens or organic contamination. This Hydraulic or Pneumatic pressure then propels the Pigs through a system scouring the ID of the pipe walls, thus removing debris and accumulating trapped materials. Furthermore, tracking devices are also available to document position and speed of moving pigs.
- Extend the Life of a Pipeline System
- Improve Flow Rates and ‘C’ Values
- Reduce Operating Costs
- Improve Water/Product Quality
- Recover Usable Product
Trust the Experts
Astro Pak stands ready to answer your questions about pigging or help meet the needs of your pipeline pigging requirements. We can also provide turnkey pigging services as well as expert consultation and evaluation. Our diverse customer base include municipal water, oil and gas pipelines, food and beverage processors, mining operations, waste water and sewage treatment systems. Also, a wide assortment of pigging equipment staged at facilities at our nationwide locations ranging from 2″-36″ diameter. This then allows us to respond promptly and reliably to the needs of our customers.
Astro Pak commits to providing customers with the level of excellence they expect and deserve by:
- Rapid Response
- Highly Trained Personnel delivering superior consulting services
- State of the Art Equipment Nationwide
- Advanced Chemistry & Process Technology
- Superior Documentation (Meeting cGMP Requirements)
Contact us and we will support you on all of your pipeline pigging needs including service of launchers and receivers, tracking equipment, and pigs such as poly, urethane, mandrel, brush, and more styles and applications. In addition, our Certification packages are QMS/cGMP compliant for your systems and equipment maintenance records. Let our experienced and credentialed team of chemists, engineers, and other professionals on staff EXCEED your pipeline pigging expectations.
- Wire Brush & Abrasive Pigs
- Polyurethane or Soft Foam Pigs
- Launchers & Receivers
- Pig Trackers
- Pressurized Pumps utilizing inert gas or water
- Pipeline Pigging Equipment Rentals
- Force Sewer Mains
- Fire Water Distribution
- Chlorination
- Product Recovery
- Descaling
- Corrosion Remediation
- AWWA C652 – 92
- AWWA 0153
- AWWA C301
- AWWA C901
- AWWA C651-99
- Water & Wastewater
- Oil & Gas
- Power Generation
- Paint and Chemical Distributions
- Food and Beverage
- Biopharmaceutical
- Aerospace, Military & Defense
- Household & Personal Care