Scalable leak detection for dynamic produced water networks.

Scalable leak detection for dynamic produced water networks.

How a large produced water midstream operator implemented a flexible, network-aware Pipewise CPM system across complex, low-communication assets.

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CPM system tailored per network

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CPM system tailored per network

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CPM system tailored per network

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Seamless integration into existing Ignition and MQTT infrastructure

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Seamless integration into existing Ignition and MQTT infrastructure

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Seamless integration into existing Ignition and MQTT infrastructure

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Stable performance under dynamic operating conditions

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Stable performance under dynamic operating conditions

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Stable performance under dynamic operating conditions

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A scalable leak detection platform suitable for broader rollout

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A scalable leak detection platform suitable for broader rollout

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A scalable leak detection platform suitable for broader rollout

Case study profile.

Case study profile.

Case study profile.

A large US water midstream operator manages extensive pipeline networks supporting shale basin operations. With assets spanning multiple regions and operating under highly dynamic conditions, the client required a leak detection program that could scale across networks while remaining adaptable to real-world constraints.

A large US water midstream operator manages extensive pipeline networks supporting shale basin operations. With assets spanning multiple regions and operating under highly dynamic conditions, the client required a leak detection program that could scale across networks while remaining adaptable to real-world constraints.

A large US water midstream operator manages extensive pipeline networks supporting shale basin operations. With assets spanning multiple regions and operating under highly dynamic conditions, the client required a leak detection program that could scale across networks while remaining adaptable to real-world constraints.

A large US water midstream operator manages extensive pipeline networks supporting shale basin operations. With assets spanning multiple regions and operating under highly dynamic conditions, the client required a leak detection program that could scale across networks while remaining adaptable to real-world constraints.

A large US water midstream operator manages extensive pipeline networks supporting shale basin operations. With assets spanning multiple regions and operating under highly dynamic conditions, the client required a leak detection program that could scale across networks while remaining adaptable to real-world constraints.

A large US water midstream operator manages extensive pipeline networks supporting shale basin operations. With assets spanning multiple regions and operating under highly dynamic conditions, the client required a leak detection program that could scale across networks while remaining adaptable to real-world constraints.

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Large, networked produced water systems introduce significant complexity for leak detection, particularly where communications bandwidth is limited and operating states change frequently.

Asset type — produced water pipeline network

Network size — 20+ nodes.

Operating context:

- Frequent flowrate adjustments

- Pump starts and stops

- Dynamic operating conditions

- Low-communications areas

Large, networked produced water systems introduce significant complexity for leak detection, particularly where communications bandwidth is limited and operating states change frequently.

Large, networked produced water systems introduce significant complexity for leak detection, particularly where communications bandwidth is limited and operating states change frequently.

Asset type — produced water pipeline network

Network size — 20+ nodes.

Operating context:

- Frequent flowrate adjustments

- Pump starts and stops

- Dynamic operating conditions

- Low-communications areas

Large, networked produced water systems introduce significant complexity for leak detection, particularly where communications bandwidth is limited and operating states change frequently.

Large, networked produced water systems introduce significant complexity for leak detection, particularly where communications bandwidth is limited and operating states change frequently.

Asset type — produced water pipeline network

Network size — 20+ nodes.

Operating context:

- Frequent flowrate adjustments

- Pump starts and stops

- Dynamic operating conditions

- Low-communications areas

Large, networked produced water systems introduce significant complexity for leak detection, particularly where communications bandwidth is limited and operating states change frequently.

The client needed a system that could adapt to each network’s characteristics while integrating cleanly into its existing control room and data architecture. The operator required a reliable, flexible, and scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across diverse pipeline networks. Previously trialed solutions fell short by being:

- Out-of-the-box and inflexible

- Costly to scale across large networks

- Ineffective under dynamic operating conditions

- Poorly supported once deployed

The client needed a system that could adapt to each network’s characteristics while integrating cleanly into its existing control room and data architecture. The operator required a reliable, flexible, and scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across diverse pipeline networks. Previously trialed solutions fell short by being:

The client needed a system that could adapt to each network’s characteristics while integrating cleanly into its existing control room and data architecture. The operator required a reliable, flexible, and scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across diverse pipeline networks. Previously trialed solutions fell short by being:

- Out-of-the-box and inflexible

- Costly to scale across large networks

- Ineffective under dynamic operating conditions

- Poorly supported once deployed

The client needed a system that could adapt to each network’s characteristics while integrating cleanly into its existing control room and data architecture. The operator required a reliable, flexible, and scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across diverse pipeline networks. Previously trialed solutions fell short by being:

The client needed a system that could adapt to each network’s characteristics while integrating cleanly into its existing control room and data architecture. The operator required a reliable, flexible, and scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across diverse pipeline networks. Previously trialed solutions fell short by being:

- Out-of-the-box and inflexible

- Costly to scale across large networks

- Ineffective under dynamic operating conditions

- Poorly supported once deployed

The client needed a system that could adapt to each network’s characteristics while integrating cleanly into its existing control room and data architecture. The operator required a reliable, flexible, and scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across diverse pipeline networks. Previously trialed solutions fell short by being:

Pipewise developed a tailored CPM leak detection system designed specifically for complex, networked produced water assets. The system is supported by Pipewise’s 24/7 technical team, providing continuous performance oversight and ongoing optimization. The solution was engineered to:

- Be customized to each pipeline network configuration

- Handle dynamic operations, including pump starts/stops

- Operate reliably in low-communications environments

- Integrate directly with the operator’s Ignition historian and MQTT broker

- Scale across assets at a predictable, fixed cost

Pipewise developed a tailored CPM leak detection system designed specifically for complex, networked produced water assets. The system is supported by Pipewise’s 24/7 technical team, providing continuous performance oversight and ongoing optimization. The solution was engineered to:

Pipewise developed a tailored CPM leak detection system designed specifically for complex, networked produced water assets. The system is supported by Pipewise’s 24/7 technical team, providing continuous performance oversight and ongoing optimization. The solution was engineered to:

- Be customized to each pipeline network configuration

- Handle dynamic operations, including pump starts/stops

- Operate reliably in low-communications environments

- Integrate directly with the operator’s Ignition historian and MQTT broker

- Scale across assets at a predictable, fixed cost

Pipewise developed a tailored CPM leak detection system designed specifically for complex, networked produced water assets. The system is supported by Pipewise’s 24/7 technical team, providing continuous performance oversight and ongoing optimization. The solution was engineered to:

Pipewise developed a tailored CPM leak detection system designed specifically for complex, networked produced water assets. The system is supported by Pipewise’s 24/7 technical team, providing continuous performance oversight and ongoing optimization. The solution was engineered to:

- Be customized to each pipeline network configuration

- Handle dynamic operations, including pump starts/stops

- Operate reliably in low-communications environments

- Integrate directly with the operator’s Ignition historian and MQTT broker

- Scale across assets at a predictable, fixed cost

Pipewise developed a tailored CPM leak detection system designed specifically for complex, networked produced water assets. The system is supported by Pipewise’s 24/7 technical team, providing continuous performance oversight and ongoing optimization. The solution was engineered to:

The deployment delivered a reliable, scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across the operator’s produced water assets. The solution enabled leak detection to function as an integrated operational capability rather than a standalone system. Key outcomes included:

* A CPM system tailored per network, not a one-size-fits-all deployment

* Seamless integration into existing Ignition and MQTT infrastructure

* Stable performance under dynamic operating conditions

* A scalable leak detection platform suitable for broader rollout

The deployment delivered a reliable, scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across the operator’s produced water assets. The solution enabled leak detection to function as an integrated operational capability rather than a standalone system. Key outcomes included:

The deployment delivered a reliable, scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across the operator’s produced water assets. The solution enabled leak detection to function as an integrated operational capability rather than a standalone system. Key outcomes included:

* A CPM system tailored per network, not a one-size-fits-all deployment

* Seamless integration into existing Ignition and MQTT infrastructure

* Stable performance under dynamic operating conditions

* A scalable leak detection platform suitable for broader rollout

The deployment delivered a reliable, scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across the operator’s produced water assets. The solution enabled leak detection to function as an integrated operational capability rather than a standalone system. Key outcomes included:

The deployment delivered a reliable, scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across the operator’s produced water assets. The solution enabled leak detection to function as an integrated operational capability rather than a standalone system. Key outcomes included:

* A CPM system tailored per network, not a one-size-fits-all deployment

* Seamless integration into existing Ignition and MQTT infrastructure

* Stable performance under dynamic operating conditions

* A scalable leak detection platform suitable for broader rollout

The deployment delivered a reliable, scalable leak detection program that could be applied consistently across the operator’s produced water assets. The solution enabled leak detection to function as an integrated operational capability rather than a standalone system. Key outcomes included:

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Why it matters.

Why it matters.

Why it matters.

“We’re currently using Pipewise for leak detection within our Eagle Ford assets, and the scalability of the platform allows us to apply leak detection to our broader operations. Pipewise has been engaged in helping us solve challenges around utilizing detection effectively in low communications areas and have been open to trying unique and custom solutions to meet our needs. The ability to integrate into Ignition, the ease of use, and use of MQTT has made Pipewise a strong choice to meet our leak detection needs.”

— Client Control Center


“We’re currently using Pipewise for leak detection within our Eagle Ford assets, and the scalability of the platform allows us to apply leak detection to our broader operations. Pipewise has been engaged in helping us solve challenges around utilizing detection effectively in low communications areas and have been open to trying unique and custom solutions to meet our needs. The ability to integrate into Ignition, the ease of use, and use of MQTT has made Pipewise a strong choice to meet our leak detection needs.”

“We’re currently using Pipewise for leak detection within our Eagle Ford assets, and the scalability of the platform allows us to apply leak detection to our broader operations. Pipewise has been engaged in helping us solve challenges around utilizing detection effectively in low communications areas and have been open to trying unique and custom solutions to meet our needs. The ability to integrate into Ignition, the ease of use, and use of MQTT has made Pipewise a strong choice to meet our leak detection needs.”

— Client Control Center


“We’re currently using Pipewise for leak detection within our Eagle Ford assets, and the scalability of the platform allows us to apply leak detection to our broader operations. Pipewise has been engaged in helping us solve challenges around utilizing detection effectively in low communications areas and have been open to trying unique and custom solutions to meet our needs. The ability to integrate into Ignition, the ease of use, and use of MQTT has made Pipewise a strong choice to meet our leak detection needs.”

“We’re currently using Pipewise for leak detection within our Eagle Ford assets, and the scalability of the platform allows us to apply leak detection to our broader operations. Pipewise has been engaged in helping us solve challenges around utilizing detection effectively in low communications areas and have been open to trying unique and custom solutions to meet our needs. The ability to integrate into Ignition, the ease of use, and use of MQTT has made Pipewise a strong choice to meet our leak detection needs.”

— Client Control Center


“We’re currently using Pipewise for leak detection within our Eagle Ford assets, and the scalability of the platform allows us to apply leak detection to our broader operations. Pipewise has been engaged in helping us solve challenges around utilizing detection effectively in low communications areas and have been open to trying unique and custom solutions to meet our needs. The ability to integrate into Ignition, the ease of use, and use of MQTT has made Pipewise a strong choice to meet our leak detection needs.”

For this operator, Pipewise delivered more than leak detection, it delivered operational flexibility.

* Leak detection tailored to each network

* Reliable performance despite dynamic operations

* Integration into existing control room tools

* Scalable deployment across current and future assets

* Ongoing expert support as part of the program

For this operator, Pipewise delivered more than leak detection, it delivered operational flexibility.

For this operator, Pipewise delivered more than leak detection, it delivered operational flexibility.

* Leak detection tailored to each network

* Reliable performance despite dynamic operations

* Integration into existing control room tools

* Scalable deployment across current and future assets

* Ongoing expert support as part of the program

For this operator, Pipewise delivered more than leak detection, it delivered operational flexibility.

For this operator, Pipewise delivered more than leak detection, it delivered operational flexibility.

* Leak detection tailored to each network

* Reliable performance despite dynamic operations

* Integration into existing control room tools

* Scalable deployment across current and future assets

* Ongoing expert support as part of the program

For this operator, Pipewise delivered more than leak detection, it delivered operational flexibility.

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