Hexagon Digital Wave, a subsidiary of Hexagon Composites, has entered into a long-term agreement (LTA) with a leading U.S. oilfield services company to provide exclusive requalification services for its fleet of virtual pipeline trailers. The agreement will run through the end of 2027.

The company will deploy its proprietary Modal Acoustic Emission (MAE) technology for in-situ requalification, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance in gas transportation. MAE is regarded as the most accurate inspection method for composite cylinders, enabling operators to minimize downtime while obtaining detailed data on the structural integrity of composite laminates, insights not achievable through legacy hydrostatic testing.

We are proud to partner with this premier oilfield service company to ensure the reliability and safety of their gas transportation fleet, said Dr. Brian Burks, President at Hexagon Digital Wave. Our commitment is to deliver superior service directly in customer geographies, reducing logistical challenges and ensuring an efficient requalification process.

The rise in demand for alternative fuels has spurred a sharp increase in compressed gas transport across North America. Regulatory requirements mandate requalification of composite tube trailers, including virtual pipeline and Mobile Pipeline modules, every five years. By pioneering MAE technology, Hexagon Digital Wave has already requalified over 800 composite gas distribution trailers across the region, strengthening its position as a key enabler of safe, efficient, and sustainable gas transport.

Source: hexagondigitalwave.com