LEAK DETECTION

Leaks pose one of the greatest risks to pipelines, storage facilities, and industrial assets – leading to environmental damage, safety hazards, and costly downtime. Bandweaver’s Distributed Temperature Sensing (DTS) technology provides a continuous, real-time monitoring solution that detects leaks at the earliest possible stage. By using fiber optic cables laid alongside or integrated into assets, DTS identifies subtle thermal changes associated with fluid escapes, ensuring rapid detection and response.

BENEFITS

Early Intervention

Unlock hidden headroom by safely running cables closer to their true limits

Lower Costs

Reduces unplanned downtime and prevents expensive repairs by stopping leaks early.

High Sensitivity

Monitors the entire length of an asset with no blind spots.

Improved Safety

Protects people and assets from the risks associated with hazardous fluid leaks.

Reduced Environmental Impact

Minimises damage to ecosystems and surrounding communities by enabling fast containment.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 coverage along the entire length of the asset, without blind spots.

TYPES OF SYSTEMS

Pipeline Leak Detection

Fiber optic cables are installed alongside pipelines to continuously measure temperature. DTS detects anomalies caused by escaping fluids, whether from oil, gas, or water pipelines, ensuring rapid response to leaks in buried, subsea, or above-ground lines.

Tank Farm and Storage Monitoring

DTS cables installed around the base or walls of storage tanks provide early warning of leaks or seepage. This ensures environmental compliance and protects against costly product loss.

Industrial and Process Facilities

In refineries, chemical plants, or power stations, DTS can be integrated into existing infrastructure to monitor for leaks in cooling systems, process equipment, or water networks.

CASE STUDIES

Floating Roof Tank Protection Using Fiber Optic Linear Heat Detection (LHD) System

September 2, 2024

Floating roof storage tanks present significant fire risk, particularly around the rim seal where flammable vapours can accumulate. Early detection is critical…

Pipeline Leak Detection System for Propylene Pipeline

January 8, 2023

Propylene pipelines operate under high pressure and carry highly flammable materials, making early leak detection critical to preventing safety incidents, environmental impact,…