As global energy demands rise, so do the challenges for pipeline engineers. Electrical grids impact pipelines through induced and/or stray currents—for pipeline stewards, monitoring and understanding these currents is crucial. This webcast will introduce a unique monitoring solution for detecting and analyzing AC and DC on pipelines. Stay ahead and be “in the know” with a new era in monitoring solutions.
In this webcast, you will:
- Understand the fundamental differences between AC and DC signals and their impact on cathodic protection systems;
- Understand how the impact of growing energy demands on future energy grids and how this translates to challenges for pipeline engineers through induced and/or stray currents;
- Differentiate between true AC signals and DC with ripples, and their respective effects on pipeline corrosion processes;
- Identify common sources of AC and DC interference on buried pipelines, including induction from HVAC systems and direct shorts;
- Discover the latest advancements in remote monitoring solutions for detecting and analyzing AC and DC interference.
- Learn strategies to optimize cathodic protection systems by proactively monitoring and mitigating AC and DC interference.
