What is the process for pipeline construction?
Typically, the installation of the pipeline will follow these steps: • Survey and mark the route and work area; • Clear the work area of brush and trees; • Grade the work area level and separate top soil, where required; • Dig the trench for the pipeline; • String the pipe along the right-of-way; • Bend the pipe joints, as needed, to follow the contours of the terrain; • Weld the pipe together; • Coat the weld with fusion-bonded epoxy to provide cathodic protection and a waterproof seal; • Visually inspect then x-ray the weld area to verify the integrity of the weld; • Place the pipe in the trench and backfill; • Conduct hydrostatic pressure testing to ensure the integrity of the pipe; • Restore the grade of the work area to its previous contours; • Conduct final clean up, restoration and seeding. Special considerations are given to road crossings, stream crossings and sensitive environmental sites and site specific construction plans are required for residential areas with homes withi
