Advanced Pipeline Blockage Removal

Our remediation solution that removes paraffin wax and asphaltene blockages in any flow line or pipeline.
Temperature independent and custom blended to penetrate plugs over any length of pipe.

Environmentally responsible | Green Seal® Certified

 

HOW IT WORKS

  • Migrates: PipeRenew® is heavier than any production fluid or solvent, allowing it to migrate to blockages and displace and collect lighter fluids.

  • Penetrates: PipeRenew® has a low surface tension that allows it to penetrate the area between blockages and pipe walls,  as well as any cracks or crevices in the deposited material.

  • Neutralizes: PipeRenew® neutralizes the charge associated with paraffin stickiness, causing the paraffin to no longer be able to stick to the pipeline wall.

  • Reacts: PipeRenew® reacts with the portion of oil that contributes to acidity, creating a simple soap. This soap helps break the paraffin apart, enabling it to be pumped.

ADVANTAGES

  • Temperature independent: PipeRenew® is effective at removing paraffin, asphaltenes, or mineral scales over a wide range of temperatures, even below 34℉. 

  • Size independent: PipeRenew® can be used on pipelines of any size or length, making it ideally suitable for all applications.

  • Non-hazardous and environmentally responsible: PipeRenew® is environmentally responsible and will not harm the surrounding environment.

  • Flexible: PipeRenew® is activated with seawater, produced water, or fresh water, and can be used for both onshore and offshore applications.

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PipeRenew® Pipeline Optimization

Download our Pipeline Flow Optimization Fact Sheet and PipeRenew® Comparison Guide to see how our safe and effective alternative can restore flow and clear blockages and prevent future build-ups.

 
 

CUSTOMER SUCCESS STORIES

  • Our client requested the line be remediated from the end of the lateral, which was the lowest point of the pipeline elevation toward the blockage. The client explained the oil between the departure point and the blockage had been pre-sold and accounted for through the sales line meter. The client wanted to avoid contaminating the pre-sold oil. One of the main challenges we faced was to overcome the elevation of 61.4 feet, which presented an unconventional approach to remediate the line uphill. READ MORE

  • S-18045 contained a variety of fluids and solids that made this remediation project extremely challenging. The exact number of plugs, or complete blockages preventing communication, is unknown. However, it is very likely the line contained numerous plugs, which is evidenced by the frequency of significant pressure drops experienced. READ MORE

  • The 8-inch oil line from Vermilion 214 C to Vermilion 214 A contained a significant amount of paraffin deposition along the entire horizontal length of the pipeline. The exact number of plugs, or complete blockages preventing communication, is unknown. However, based on the fact that we experienced significant pressure drops frequently during the pumping process, it is apparent the line contained numerous plugs. READ MORE

  • The 4-inch oil line at Barrett contained a significant amount of paraffin deposition along the entire horizontal length of the pipeline. The exact number of plugs, or complete blockages preventing communication, was unknown. However, based on the fact that we experienced significant pressure drops frequently during the pumping process, it was apparent the line contained numerous plugs. READ MORE

  • The 4-inch oil line at Beveren contained a significant amount of paraffin deposition along the entire horizontal length of the pipeline. The exact number of plugs, or complete blockages preventing communication, was unknown. However, based on the fact that we experienced significant pressure drops frequently during the pumping process, it was apparent the line contained numerous plugs. READ MORE

  • The 4-inch oil line at Jansky contained a significant amount of paraffin deposition along the entire horizontal length of the pipeline. The exact number of plugs, or complete blockages preventing communication, was unknown. However, based on the fact that we experienced significant pressure drops frequently during the pumping process, it was apparent the line contained numerous plugs. READ MORE

  • S-12640 had been plugged with no communication for over three years prior to IES performing its treatment with PipeRenew®. Three different companies made four separate unsuccessful attempts to unplug the pipeline prior to IES performing its treatment with PipeRenew®. The exact number of blockages are unknown; however, based on the frequency of significant drops in pressure throughout the process, it is likely the pipeline contained numerous plugs. READ MORE

  • In this case study, discover how our products helped remove 6 bbls of paraffin from 768 feet of flow line between a riser and production facility that were completely plugged prior to remediation. In just over 24 hours after application of product, this project was able to be completed incident-free. READ MORE

  • IES was able to administer 4.25 bbls of PipeRenew® solution into the line before seeing a pressure increase while pumping. The total capacity of the 2.5-inch line was only 12 bbls, thus indicating the face of the blockage was roughly 915 feet from the wellhead. Because the density of the PipeRenew® solution was greater than that of any production fluids present in the line, the PipeRenew® solution was able to gravitate down to the face of the blockage. READ MORE

 
 

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