Hot Tap Welding Concepts Webinar

Hot Tap and In-Service Welding Techniques

Delve into the world of hot tap and in-service welding with our comprehensive webinar hosted by Technical Toolboxes on September 16th, 2020. This recorded session, led by renowned welding expert Matthew Boring, offers pipeline engineers an invaluable opportunity to explore advanced welding techniques crucial for maintaining pipeline integrity during operations.

Why This Webinar is Crucial for Pipeline Engineers:

Matthew Boring, a respected thought leader with an extensive career in pipeline construction, covers essential concepts in hot tap and in-service welding. His expertise is supported by active involvement in several API committees and contributions to welding qualification codes for the oil and gas industry and one of Technical Toolboxes SMEs for our PRCI Thermal Analysis. This webinar is a must-watch for professionals seeking to enhance their technical skills and ensure safety and efficiency in pipeline welding operations.

Insights You Will Gain from the Webinar:

• Comprehensive Coverage of Hot Tap Welding: Understand the critical precautions necessary to avoid common issues such as blow-outs and burn-through during hot tap operations.
• Advanced Techniques to Prevent Hydrogen Cracking: Learn about the factors that contribute to hydrogen cracking and how to mitigate these risks in active pipelines.
• Impact of Material Properties and Welding Conditions: Explore how variations in wall-thickness, heat input, and pipeline operation conditions influence the likelihood of burn-through and cracking.
• Material Microstructure and Its Effects on Welding: Gain insights into how the microstructure of materials used in pipelines can affect their susceptibility to cracking and other welding challenges.

This resource page is designed to provide pipeline engineers and welding professionals with advanced knowledge and practical approaches to hot tap and in-service welding. By focusing on key techniques and safety considerations, this webinar serves as an essential tool for professionals looking to enhance their operational capabilities and maintain high standards of pipeline integrity.