Pipeline operators are entering into a new era of high-performance pipeline operations. Following the introduction of complex and expansive new safety rules by PHMSA in October 2019, operators need software that simplifies the complexities. The new rules represent “significant revisions…
Small-to-medium-sized pipeline operators, midstream, and gas transmission operators have found themselves in an interesting environment supporting the control room for regulated pipelines. The industry is keenly focused on pipeline safety to drive toward zero incidents, resources are tight trying to…
A successful audit begins well before the actual audit takes place. It starts during slower periods such as the summer or after the most recent audit is completed. That’s when important work can be done to prepare for the next…
EnerSys Corporation has developed a new software tool, WLAnalysis, to help pipeline operators demonstrate workload changes and achieve compliance with the Control Room Management Rule (49 CFR Parts 192 and 195). WLAnalysis is a feature of the FatigueMgr component of…
Your SCADA system is the backbone of pipeline operations to ensure safe operation through supervisory control and data acquisition. Because SCADA is integral to operations, PHMSA provided guidelines for proper SCADA use through the CRM Rule and the incorporation of…
Pipeline operators are facing increased pressure to achieve efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize their views of data because of the CRM Rule requirements. Fortunately, because of advances in technology, there are more options to build customized software for pipeline operations.…
SCADA systems typically contact large amounts of unstructured data that exists in field devices (PLC, EFM, RTU,). Often the tag naming inside of these devices varies from device to device. However, these devices are often used for similar types of…
Implement | Part 5 Adequate Information API RP 1165, Recommended Practice for Pipeline SCADA Displays is incorporated by reference in 49 CFR 192.631 (c) (1) and 49 CFR 195.446 (c) (1) as the minimum federal safety standard for operators to…
Implement | Part 4 Implementing an Effective Alarm Management Program The CRM rule specifically addresses requirements for alarm management referencing API RP 1167, Pipeline SCADA Alarm Management. The objective of the alarm management process is to provide for a greater operating…
With POEMS, EnerSys has created an implementation process that strikes a balance between an off-the-shelf approach and the unique needs of pipeline operators. Although the compliance process will be unique for every pipeline operator, the basic sequence is the same…
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