Hot Tapping is the process by which access is made to the inside of an operational pipeline, by either using a drill or a circular cutter. Hot Tapping is done on pressures up to 100bar, depending on the size of the hot tap, the line temperature and the flow rate of the medium.
Applications include the attachment of a branch connection to the line, installation of an internal probe or monitor and to redirect flow in a line for maintenance or repair purposes. The hot tap equipment is designed by engineers and is pressure tested and certified on a regular basis.
Walduba Engineering can supply all fittings, valves and inflatable pipe plugs required to complete the process.