Pigging Technology
Pipeline Pigging Concepts and Applications - This class covers why pigging is necessary and which pigs should be used. In addition, pipeline design for pigging will be taught, including launcher and receiver design. Pig launching, receiving, tracking and locating will be taught. Participants also learn about internal pipeline inspection with smart pigs. Observation of pigging processes will be held on TDW’s exclusive test pipeline. An operator qualification test and an observation checklist are used for OQ requirements. This two-day class begins at 9 a.m. the first day and ends at 2:30 p.m. on the second day. The fee is $650 for each student. Operator Qualification testing and observations are available for an additional charge of $125.
Distribution Equipment Course I
Hot Tapping & Plugging for Low Pressure Distribution Pipelines -This class covers T101, SHORTSTOPP® 60, SHORTSTOPP II from sizes 2 inch through 4 inch and 3x4 SHORTSTOPP II. An operator qualification test and an observation checklist are used for OQ requirements. This class starts at 8 a.m. on scheduled Monday and concludes at noon on Thursday. The fee is $950 for each student. Operator Qualification testing and observations are available for an additional charge of $125. Students wanting OQ evaluations will stay one additional day.
Distribution Equipment Course II
Hot Tapping & Plugging for Low Pressure Distribution Pipelines - Hot tapping and plugging operating instructions, applications and maintenance are covered. Training is conducted on the T-101 Drilling Machine, T-203 Tapping Machine and 660 Tapping Machine, as well as SHORTSTOPP® 60, SHORTSTOPP II and SHORTSTOPP 500 Plugging Machines. An operator qualification test and an observation checklist are used for OQ requirements. This class starts at 8 a.m. on scheduled day and concludes at noon on Thursday. The fee is $950 for each student. Operator Qualification testing and observations are available for an additional charge of $125. Students wanting OQ evaluations will stay one additional day.
Transmission Equipment Class
Hot Tapping & Plugging for High Pressure Transmission Pipelines - Hot tapping and plugging operating instructions, applications and maintenance are discussed. Equipment training for T-101 Drilling Machines, 660 Tapping Machines and STOPPLE® Plugging Machines is included. An operator qualification test and an observation checklist are used for OQ requirements. This class that begins at 8 a.m. on scheduled days and ends at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The fee is $1,150 for each student. Operator Qualification testing and observations are available for an additional charge of $125. Students wanting OQ evaluations will stay one additional day.
T-101 Pipeline Drilling Machine - This special two-day class is devoted to the popular T-101 Drilling Machine. Participants will receive in-depth training on the use and maintenance of this equipment. Operator qualification tests and observations are included. This class begins at 8 a.m. on scheduled day and the following day and ends at 5 p.m. The fee is $600 for each student. Operator Qualification testing and observations are available for an additional charge of $125.
660, 760 Equipment Class - This special two-day class is devoted to the popular 660 and 760 Tapping Machines. Participants will receive in-depth training on the use and maintenance of this equipment. Operator qualification tests and observations are included. This class begins at 8 a.m. on scheduled day and the following day and ends at 5 p.m. The fee is $600 for each student.
Operator Qualification testing and observations are available for an additional charge of $125.
Note: Students may attend the T-101 class and 660, 760 class for a combined charge of $1150.
HT & P Job Planning
Hot Tapping & Plugging Job Planning and Fitting Design - This class is a complete “how to” for planning a Hot Tapping and Plugging job. Fitting selection, equipment requirements, sealing element selection and completion are included. A summary of TDW fitting design principles is included. This two-day class meets from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The fee is $650 for each student.
Mechanic Maintenance Training for Hot Tapping & Plugging Equipment - This class covers preventive maintenance, routine inspection and repairs for TDW Hot Tapping and Plugging(HT & P) equipment. Classes run from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. The fee is $950 for each student.
