PICA: Pipeline Inspection and Condition Analysis Corp.

PICA has been performing condition assessments of pipelines in the USA and Canada since the early 1990's. Our home office is located in Alberta, Canada near where our parent company (Russell NDE Systems Inc.) designs and manufactures the In-Line Inspection Tools that PICA uses.  Our clients typical challenges and benefits from performing inspections are:

Aging Infrastructure Challenges

·       Pipelines may have unknown structural or hydraulic deterioration that negatively impacts pipeline operations.

·       Detecting precisely where leaks and problem areas are occurring.

·       Unexpected pipeline failures and subsequent spills.

·       Increasing customer and community expectations for service continuity and environmental stewardship.

Pipeline Condition Assessments Benefits

·       Allocate the cost and schedule of rehabilitation efforts by knowing where problems are located and their severity.

·       Save money with targeted repairs versus full replacement.

·       Reduce unplanned, emergency repairs keeping pipelines in service more consistently.

·       Avoid negative consequences with customers and communities.

PICA stands at the forefront of proactive pipeline condition assessment services which are the critical first step toward informed asset management programs. Our purpose is straight-forward and clear:

“We drive innovation in proactive inspections and condition analysis services to increase safety, reliability and extend the service life of critical pipeline assets in the world for a more sustainable future”

PICA distinguishes itself with “Best in Class” service delivery through:

·       Technological Innovation

·       Tailored Service Solutions

·       Expert Analysis

·       Industry Leadership

PICA’s suite of service solutions is second to none in the industry. PICA services specialize in inspections of pressurized and lined pipes setting PICA’s service offerings apart from competitors throughout the field.                                                                     

Every Pipe is Unique. Every Client is Unique.

PICA offers customized high resolution electromagnetic, multi-sensor and other technology inspection solutions to a diverse client base in multiple industries with many different pipeline applications.

PICA specializes in:  

·       Inspecting pressurized and lined pipe applications for both in-service and out-of-service pipelines.

·       Performing condition assessments on aging pipelines with unknown condition and uncertain remaining useful life.

·       Detecting active and potential leaks.

PICA’s Spectrum of Service Solutions

Investing in PICA’s services is not a cost, but a strategic financial decision. PICA offers a suite of service solutions to provide the most value for clients across the spectrum of condition assessment, from leak detection to high resolution, proactive asset management and everything in between.

The spectrum of inspection solutions includes:

·       Pre-screening NDT Services

o   Multi-Sensor & Acoustic Sphere Technology

·       Visual NDT Services

o   CCTV, Laser and Lidar Technologies

·       Standard NDT Services

o   Near Field Eddy Current Electromagnetic Testing (NFT) Technology

·       Intermediate NDT Services

o    Handheld Electromagnetic & Ultrasonic Technologies for Spot Condition Assessments

·       Advanced NDT Services

o   Remote Field Eddy Current Electromagnetic Testing (RFT) Technology

For more information write info@picacorp.com or call +1-800-661-0127

PICA is ISNetworld (safety) certified

Contact us at the nearest local office (see Contact page)