Non-Intrusive Pipeline Assessment (NIPA) is an above-ground integrity analysis approach for unpiggable pipelines that integrates and overlays pipeline data obtained from construction and operational records, large stand-off magnetometry (LSM) surveys, cathodic protection (CP) monitoring and geographic information systems (GIS).

Overlaying multiple data sets increases confidence in anomaly detection and provides contextual insight into stress raisers both internally and externally. By identifying root causes and potential hotspots, the service helps to optimize excavation activities and prioritize NDT inspection efforts.

NIPA can be tailored to a pipeline's unique requirements, ensuring adaptability and effectiveness in addressing specific challenges. Depending on what operators need, our services range from:

Above-ground pipeline inspection
Complete assessment of pipeline condition by integrating multiple data sets to identify and characterize internal and external defects
Holistic integrity management, including in-field verification services and development of integrity management plans