Pipeline Break Detection
Reliable detection of pipeline ruptures in high consequence areas
Challenge
Pipeline rupture in high consequence areas (HCA) is of particular environmental concern. Minimising the environmental impact of line breaks on water resources and other ecological areas requires an immediate emergency pipeline shutdown.
Solution
The PipePatrol Line Break Detection system enables fast-acting response in the event of a pipeline rupture. Consisting of a local PLC with rupture pattern recognition, plus pressure transmitters for pressure drop measurement, the KROHNE system instantly raises an alarm and triggers an automatic emergency shut down by ESD valves.
Safety benefits
Reliable and fast acting response system to minimise the environmental effect of line breaks
Line break detection based on an intelligent system using a local PLC with rupture pattern recognition and pressure sensors
Initiates an automatic emergency shutdown
Can work autonomously or as part of a complete leak detection system
Self-learning feature for easy commissioning and tuning to the local pipeline operational conditions