Intelligent pigging is considered to be one of the fastest and most efficient methods of inspecting pipelines. Intelligent pigging uses specialized equipment, known as pigs, to detect and diagnose problems in pipelines.

Pigs are devices that are inserted into the pipeline and propelled along its length using the flow of the pipeline’s contents.

They are equipped with sensors and other instruments that collect data on the condition of the pipeline, such as wall thickness, corrosion, and debris. Intelligent pigging allows for the inspection of large sections of the pipeline without the need to shut down or disrupt the flow of the pipeline’s contents, making it a fast and convenient method of inspection.