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K9 Pipeline Leak Detection
A NEW APPLICATION FOR A PROVEN TECHNOLOGY
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Utica Midstream June 2017
OutlineWho we areOur dogsWhy are dogs at a pipeline show?How does K9 leak detection workResponsive K9 inspectionsProactive Maintenance K9 inspectionsDemo and questions
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About usParent Company‐WGC Established in 1998
Specialize in utilizing the talents of working K9s for environmental purposes
Total of over 30 dogs working in the field
Staff trainers, handlers, biologists, construction crew, kennel crew, admin support
Scent detection division‐CDIS developed from existing skill set
Pipeline division‐smaller subset of ideal candidates‐K9 and human
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Our DogsBatesSingle purpose K9
Imprinted on odor as puppy
Performed training in multiple states
All siblings in the litter trained as pipeline dogs
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Our DogsLinQMulti purpose K9
Co‐op breeding between PennVet and TSA
Bred and trained for general detection ability and fitness starting from puppy
All puppies from the litter are working in scent detection fields
Named after FDNY 1st responder Lincoln Quappe, Rescue 2
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Our DogsKavodIn training for scent detection
Bred for physical attributes ideal for working in rugged conditions
Training includes:Scent workPhysical fitness and capacitySocializationExposure
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Why Are Dogs at Utica Midstream?Dogs are the best mobile detection tools on the market
Wired Magazine: “$19 Billion Dollars Later, Pentagon’s Best Bomb Detector is a Dog”
Multiple projects are in the works trying to replicate the capabilities of dogs when it comes to vapor/odor detections
Dogs have the capability to detect odors on a level of parts per trillion, most mechanical instruments top out at parts per million
Dogs have the ability to differentiate and catalog many odors
A new application for a proven technology—Military, Police, Emergency Responders, Medical, Conservation, Pest Management, Customs and Border Patrol etc.
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The K9 AdvantageSpeed— normal walking pace
Mobility—carry everything needed
Precision—leak location within feet of source
Accuracy—very low false positive rate
Reliability—very low miss rate
Sensitivity—identify up to parts per trillion concentrations of odor
Flexibility—work in wide variety of conditions, terrain, and situations
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Increasing Leak Risk PotentialOver 2.4 million miles of pipeline in US
INGAA estimates $250 billion+ investment in North America infrastructure 2011‐2035
60% of active infrastructure is 40+ yrs old
Increasing occurrence of extreme weather events
Increase in human development in remote areas
Rapid, accurate leak detection is in everybody’s best interest
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Consequences
Pipeline down‐time and product loss
Increased government regulations and fines???
Court of public opinion
Higher insurance premiums and damage payouts
Potential civil and criminal liability
Tarnished corporate brand value
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Public Opinion“My mind is made up. Don’t confuse me with
the facts”
Hot media topic
Sensationalized headlines
PHMSA Advisory bulletin reminds operators of “the importance of prompt and effective leak detection capability in protecting public safety and the environment”
GPAC‐ public meeting regarding the proposed rule “Safety of Gas Transmission and Gathering Pipelines”
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Fill The Toolbox
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K9 Inspection‐another tool in the toolbox
Multiple technologies
Different modes of action
Different methods for different situationsPipeline typeLocationSize of leakWeather/climate conditions
Complementary and synergistic technologies
Rapid, accurate leak detection is in everybody’s best interest
K9 Odor Detection CriteriaIs it acutely hazardous/toxic for the dog?
Is it difficult to find?
Is it accessible to a dog?
Is it difficult for other technologies to access?
Does it have an odor?
Is the odor novel/unique and consistent?
Is there an inherent value in detection?
Is precise location important?
Can it be simulated in training?
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Our ProcessProprietary odorantCDIS‐LDC (Leak Detection Compound)
Novel, unique, and consistent odor for K9
Pipeline K9s imprinted and regularly tested for consistent performance on CDIS‐LDC
Specially formulated compound designed for odor to migrate through substrate to surface above source point
Travel path of released liquid does not effect odor availability
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Our ProcessRapid deployment
Senior technician meets with site manager to review line and injection point
CDIS‐LDC is injected in to frac tanks to load the line
24 hour wait period for odor saturation
K9 teams inspect entire length of injected line
K9 teams are alternated to maintain freshness of working dog
Alerts are marked and recorded by handler
Support tech maintains standby on nearest access path
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After the AlertK9 alerts and is rewarded
Handler physically marks‐flag/paint location
Handler sets and records waypoint
Digging begins and leak is repaired
Handler K9 team continues to inspect remainder of line…1st leak is not always only leak
Site manager decides whether to release K9 teams or have them standby to inspect after line is pressurized
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What We Need:Location of inspection
Length of pipeline to be inspected
Diameter of pipeline to be inspected
Signed SOW
Site manager’s contact info
Injection site‐frac tanks and water
Number of tanks to be used
Clearly marked pipeline path
Pipeline representative to walk with
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Responsive Inspection
Leak is suspected based on electronic monitoring—meter out vs meter in, CPM etc.Released product is located away
from point of leak due to terrain characteristicsLeak is identified but unable to be
accurately pinpointed Other technologies haven’t or
wouldn’t be effective
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Proactive Maintenance Inspections
As part of a comprehensive integrity management program
Areas where in‐line inspection has identified corrosion/weak points
Additional monitoring for HCAs
Post extreme weather or seismological events
Recurrent pipeline inspections
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ConclusionPipelines are a critical part of America’s
infrastructure
Millions of pipelines of various ages cross the continent, more to come
Leaks are unavoidable
Public opinion is often biased against pipelines regardless of facts
“NIMBY” is the prevailing sentiment amongst most Americans
Rapid, accurate leak detection is critical
FILL THE TOOLBOX
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Questions?
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