System and method for measuring pressure and removing fluid from behind a flange of pipeline
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Sep 22, 2016
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Sep 23, 2015
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The present invention relates to a system and method of inspecting and relieving pressure and fluid from a pipeline in a safe and environmentally friendly manner. An adjustable insert is placed within a flange of the pipeline, where the adjustable insert has a valve stem capable of moving into contact with a valve device to regulate fluid or gas from the pipeline and one or more outlets for relieving pressure or withdrawing fluid from the pipeline. The system and method provided are capable of operating in a closed process without loosening or removing a flange of the pipeline, thereby improving pipeline operator safety.
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- 2016 Application Filing Year
- F16L Class
- 1971 Applications Filed
- 1425 Patents Issued To-Date
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