Pipelines are essential for transporting energy resources across North America and around the world, and pipeline safety has played a critical role in reducing failures over the past decades. Since 2002, U.S. regulations have required operators to implement comprehensive Pipeline Integrity programs, which include integrity validation methods such as pressure testing, in‑line inspection (ILI), and direct assessment. While pressure testing is effective, it is often not economical because it requires taking the pipeline out of service. ILI provides highly detailed information on feature size and location, but nearly 70% of U.S. pipeline infrastructure is not piggable, making direct assessment methodologies an essential alternative.

Vecor has been involved in the development and implementation of many of these direct assessment methodologies, with personnel bringing 30 to 50 years of experience in External Corrosion Direct Assessment (ECDA), Internal Corrosion Direct Assessment (ICDA), and Stress Corrosion Cracking Direct Assessment (SCCDA). Our state‑of‑the‑art models support accurate prediction of internal corrosion during the Indirect Inspection phase of ICDA projects. Vecor’s SCC subject matter expert has participated in hundreds of projects worldwide, helping operators manage SCC threats safely and efficiently.

Our team has extensive hands‑on experience across all stages of the direct assessment process, supporting clients globally with safe, high‑quality, and efficient implementation. With a strong track record of successful projects across multiple regions, Vecor is a trusted partner for direct assessment services, delivering the expertise and reliability operators need to maintain pipeline integrity.