Enhancing Asset Integrity Management for a Brownfield Asset

Client Overview

The client, an established operator in the oil and gas sector, was managing a brownfield asset that faced significant integrity concerns. Due to outdated documentation, a lack of a robust integrity management database, and inadequate anomaly management processes, the client struggled to maintain the asset’s safety and reliability.

Challenge

The primary challenges included:

- Inadequate Documentation: The existing asset documentation was incomplete and outdated, making it difficult to assess the actual condition of critical components.

- Absence of an Integrity Management Database: Without a centralized database to track integrity data and maintenance history, decision-making was based on insufficient information.

- Poor Anomaly Management: The client had no systematic approach to identifying and addressing anomalies, leading to missed inspections and unmanaged risks.

These issues resulted in heightened safety concerns, increased operational costs, and an overall lack of confidence in asset integrity.

Solution

Reltech Energy engaged with the client to provide a comprehensive solution to address these challenges:

1. Integrity Assessment and Documentation Review: We conducted a thorough review of the asset's existing documentation and performed detailed integrity assessments to identify gaps and discrepancies.

2. Development of an Integrity Management Database: Our team established a centralized integrity management database that captured all relevant asset data, including inspection records, maintenance history, and integrity assessments. This database served as a foundation for informed decision-making.

3. Anomaly Management System Implementation: We developed and implemented a structured anomaly management system that enabled the client to systematically track and address identified anomalies. This included categorizing defects based on their severity and potential impact on operational safety.

4. Prioritization of Inspection and Maintenance Activities: Based on the integrity assessment, we assisted the client in identifying critical defects and prioritizing inspection and maintenance activities. Our experts provided recommendations on resource allocation to ensure that the most pressing integrity issues were addressed promptly.

Results

The collaboration with Reltech Energy yielded significant improvements in the client’s asset integrity management:

- Identification of Critical Defects: Our comprehensive assessment identified several critical integrity issues that could have led to severe operational risks, enabling the client to address these concerns proactively.

- Streamlined Inspection and Maintenance Processes: With the new anomaly management system in place, the client was able to prioritize maintenance activities effectively, resulting in a 35% increase in inspection efficiency and a reduction in response time for identified anomalies.

- Improved Asset Integrity: The establishment of a robust integrity management database and systematic anomaly tracking enhanced the overall integrity of the asset, aligning the client with industry best practices.

- Increased Confidence and Compliance: The client reported a renewed confidence in their asset integrity management processes, leading to improved safety outcomes and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Conclusion

Reltech Energy’s strategic approach to identifying and addressing integrity issues on the client’s brownfield asset resulted in enhanced safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This case underscores our commitment to delivering tailored solutions that empower clients to manage their assets more effectively and sustainably, ultimately leading to improved integrity and reliability in their operations.

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