What is BS EN 12007-4 - Renovation of pipework in existing gas infrastructures about?
BS EN 12007 is a European Standard on gas infrastructure that discusses the functional requirements for the renovation of pipelines. The main aim of the BS EN 12007 series is to ensure that the overall gas infrastructure is safe and reliable during operation.
BS EN 12007-4 is the fourth part of the BS EN 12007 series that describes specific functional requirements for the renovation of pipework in existing gas infrastructures.
BS EN 12007-4 is intended to be applied with the requirements of EN 12007-1.
BS EN 12007-4 covers the various renovation technologies for gas piping in the range of sizes
covering gas mains and gas service lines and is intended to be applied in association with EN 12007-1.
Certain pipe networks originally for other purposes can be considered for renovation technologies to make them suitable for gas infrastructure.
Note: BS EN 12007-4 does not apply to pipework in above-ground installations.
Who is BS EN 12007-4 - Renovation of pipework in existing gas infrastructures for?
BS EN 12007-4 on gas infrastructure is relevant to:
- Gas industry
- Pipeline component and pipeline manufacturers
- Stations or plants for the transmission and distribution of gas
- Entities involved in design, construction, commissioning, decommissioning and renovation of pipelines
- Engineers
- Regulatory bodies
- Local and National authorities
Why should you use BS EN 12007-4 - Renovation of pipework in existing gas infrastructures?
Gas infrastructure refers to the pipelines that gather, transport and distribute natural gas from producing wells to end-use consumers in order to maintain existing system flexibility and latent pipeline network capacity. In this regard, the renovation of existing pipes is a logical path forward in order to extend their useable lifespan, improve living and working conditions, and lower operational energy costs.
BS EN 12007-4 applies to design, construction, pressure testing, service line transfer as well as commissioning and decommissioning of pipework to be renovated, such that risks to safety, and environment and public health are minimized.
BS EN 12007-4 guides you through the selection of renovation techniques and an inspection of the pipework to be renovated.
Pressure testing procedures are defined in BS EN 12007-4 to demonstrate the integrity of service lines transfer and commissioning and decommissioning of gas infrastructures.
As a result, with BS EN 12007-4 requirements, you can incorporate safe gas engineering practices to effectively prevent hazards and risks encountered in the gas industry. Thus, complying with these practices can ensure your products and services play a positive role in the safety and performance of the overall gas infrastructure, thereby enhancing the credibility and reliability of your business.
