New API Standard to Improve In-line Pipeline Inspections

WASHINGTON, August 5 — The American Petroleum Institute has issued a new industry standard that will improve in-line inspections of pipelines. The new standard, known as API Standard 1163 or In-line Inspection Systems Qualification Standard, provides guidance to in-line inspection (ILI) service providers and pipeline operators employing ILI technology. ILI technology is sometimes called smart pigs.