November 18, 2024
Managing No-Flow Assets with Digital Twin Technology
In the oil and gas industry, maintaining the integrity of assets is paramount. One of the biggest challenges operators face is managing “No-Flow” assets—sections of pipelines that experience a halt in production or process flow, often due to upstream or downstream changes. These stagnant pipeline segments can quickly become high-risk areas for corrosion, posing a substantial threat to both safety and operational efficiency. Cenozon’s Digital Twin technology is designed to address these challenges by providing unparalleled visibility and actionable insights into pipeline networks.
With our Digital Twin solution, production and process data are directly associated with pipeline assets, allowing operators to understand network flows from source points—such as wells, meters, and interconnected systems—down to the finest details. By mapping these connections, the system can quickly identify when specific pipeline subsegments lose flow and transform into No-Flow assets. For operators, this is critical. The longer these segments remain stagnant, the greater the risk of internal corrosion, which can lead to costly repairs, leaks, or even catastrophic failures.
Cenozon’s system not only identifies these No-Flow segments in real time but also notifies the designated personnel responsible for monitoring and mitigating risks. This proactive approach enables operators to responsibly manage No-Flow segments, whether temporarily halting service, addressing operational adjustments, or adding them to discontinuation or abandonment schedules. Accountability and transparency are fundamental principles here—our solution ensures that the right people are informed promptly so that each asset can be managed responsibly and effectively.
By using Cenozon’s Digital Twin technology, oil and gas operators can streamline the management of No-Flow assets and enhance operational resilience. Our system empowers teams to focus on what matters most—their core responsibilities—while we take care of the details, offering an unprecedented level of responsibility, accountability, and transparency.
In an industry where every decision can have lasting impacts, Cenozon’s Digital Twin technology offers a smarter, safer way to manage pipeline integrity and optimize asset performance.
