Case Study: Pipe Freezing Operation at the Superdome

PFS Nitrogen Services, the sister company of N2 Solutions, specializes in nitrogen-propelled pigging and pipe freeze isolations. This case study outlines a successful project undertaken for a contractor in New Orleans, LA, aimed at conducting a pipe freeze on the cooling system in the former Mercedes-Benz Superdome.

Location

New Orleans, LA

Pipeline Specifications

Line Owner: Mercedes-Benz Superdome (former name)

Line Size: 2 1/2"

Background

A prominent contractor contacted PFS Nitrogen Services to require pipe freezing on the cooling system that would allow the contractor to conduct the work without draining the entire system. The task was sensitive due to the scale of the venue and the critical nature of the infrastructure involved.

Scope of Work

PFS was contracted to conduct a pipe freeze on a 2 1/2" line within the Superdome. The scope included the mobilization and demobilization of specialized equipment and personnel, the execution of the freeze, and ensuring the operation was completed within the specified timeframe and budget.

The Execution Plan

The execution plan for this project included several critical elements:

• Pipeline Details: Detailed information about the pipeline specifications and contents.
• Scope of Work: Comprehensive outline of the tasks and objectives.
• Deliverables: Clearly defined project deliverables and timelines.
• Safety: Rigorous safety protocols and measures.
• Setup: Specifics on the equipment and procedures for the freeze initiation.
• Procedure: Step-by-step guide for executing the freeze and subsequent operations.
• Site Pictures: Visual documentation of the site and process.

Achievements

The operation was successfully completed, meeting all objectives within the expected time frame and budget. PFS Nitrogen Services demonstrated their capability to handle complex projects in high-stakes environments. The freeze allowed the mechanical contractor to perform the necessary maintenance without any major interruptions to the Superdome's operations, underscoring the effectiveness of PFS's services.

Why Choose PFS?

As an N2 Solutions Company, PFS is dedicated to providing top-notch personnel, cutting-edge equipment, and efficient pigging systems to meet all your nitrogen-propelled pigging needs, regardless of size or complexity.

Our comprehensive services include:

• Project planning
• Pig selection and services
• Engineering calculations
• Nitrogen pumping and execution
• Pipe Freezing
• Pipeline cleaning

Whether it involves offline mechanical cleaning, decommissioning, de-inventory, smart pigging, gauge plate runs, inerting, purging, or abandonment, PFS has the expertise and experience to handle it all.

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About N2 Solutions

N2 Solutions strengthens their position as a nitrogen services leader with the acquisition of PFS Nitrogen Services, expanding its locations and product offerings. With pump trucks, nitrogen transports, pipeline chemical solutions, pig tracking, ILI tool runs, and pipe freeze technology, N2 delivers cost-effective solutions to energy, industrial, chemical, and pipeline clients. Together, N2 Solutions and PFS set a new standard of excellence in nitrogen solutions for their customers.