Penn Virginia Constructs 6.4-Mile Pipeline in Three Weeks, Cutting Installation Time by 50%
Penn Virginia Constructs 6.4-Mile Pipeline in Three Weeks, Cutting Installation Time by 50%
2 PagesSuccess Story Penn Virginia Constructs 6.4-Mile Pipeline in Three Weeks, Cutting Installation Time by 50% The Challenge For the installation of a new 6.41-mi (10.31-km) gas production pipeline in the Appalachian Mountains, Penn Virginia was in search of a cost-effective line pipe solution. The pipeline installation would require the operator to overcome several challenges: elevation changes of 500 to 1,000 feet, limited right-of-way access, and mid-winter conditions. In addition to these challenges, the company wanted a pipe that could endure the area’s rugged installation conditions and reduce the costs associated with conventional pipeline maintenance programs. The Solution After evaluating several pipe options, the company selected FlexSteel 6-inch, 750-psi line pipe. The spoolable stee
