Project Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Client | Ulanqab Yingjie New Energy Co., Ltd. |
| Project Location | Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, China |
| Project Scope | DN500 Pipeline Installation (240m) & Directional Drill (281m) |
| Key Challenge | Extremely tight 30-day deadline combined with complex rocky soil conditions for the directional drilling crossing. |
| Our Solution | A meticulously planned, parallel-workflow strategy integrating precision directional drilling services with accelerated pipeline welding and installation. |
| Key Result | Project completed 3 days ahead of schedule, with a perfect safety record and zero quality non-conformances. |
The Challenge: A High-Stakes Race Against Time and Terrain
When Ulanqab Yingjie New Energy Co., Ltd. embarked on expanding its natural gas infrastructure, the clock was already ticking. The new DN500 pipeline was crucial for meeting rising regional energy demand. As the selected pipeline installation service contractor, we faced a formidable dual challenge:
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An Unforgiving Deadline: The client mandated the complete DN500 pipeline installation and directional drilling scope to be finished within just 30 days from mobilization. Any delay risked significant financial and operational setbacks for the client.
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Complex Subsurface Conditions: The planned 281-meter directional drilling crossing path was not through soft soil. Pre-construction surveys indicated a significant portion contained dense rocky terrain, which can severely damage drilling tools and decimate productivity if not managed with expertise.
The core question for any pipeline installation services company in this situation is not just if they can do it, but how they can do it reliably and safely, without cutting corners.
The Jinshiwan Solution: Precision Engineering and Parallel Execution
Our approach was not just about applying brute force. It was about applying intelligent, specialized force in the right places. We developed a customized, two-pronged solution that leveraged our core competencies as a leading pipeline installation service contractor.
1. Advanced Directional Drilling for Rocky Terrain:
Understanding the subsurface challenge was key. We deployed our advanced directional drilling rigs equipped with hardened-grade mud motors and industrial diamond-tipped drill heads, specifically selected for their ability to power through rock with optimal efficiency. Our engineered drilling fluid program was customized to stabilize the borehole in mixed geology, ensuring a clean, stable path for the product pipe.
2. Streamlined Pipeline Construction Workflow:
While the directional drilling team tackled the crossing, our pipeline installation teams executed a parallel workflow for the 240-meter of above-ground pipeline.
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Precision Welding & NDT: Our certified welders executed all DN500 pipeline welds to the highest industrial pipeline construction standards. Every weld was 100% non-destructively tested (NDT) to ensure integrity.
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Integrated Corrosion Protection: Immediately after welding and inspection, each joint was protected with a specialized anti-corrosion coating, ensuring long-term asset integrity.
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Rigorous Pressure Testing: The entire installed section underwent a stringent pipeline pressure testing and gauging procedure, confirming the system was perfectly sealed and ready for operation.
This was’t just a sequence of tasks; it was a synchronized operation, managed by a single, accountable pipeline installation services company – eliminating finger-pointing and delays.
Implementation: Flawless Execution Under Pressure
Mobilization was swift. Our project management team established clear daily targets and a communication protocol that kept the client informed in real-time.
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Phase 1 (Simultaneous): Site preparation and pipeline trenching occurred alongside the setup of the directional drilling entry and exit pits.
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Phase 2 (Critical Path): The directional drilling operation commenced, including pilot hole drilling, pre-reaming, and final pullback of the DN500 carrier pipe—all completed without a single incident.
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Phase 3 (Integration): As the drilled section was completed, the open-cut pipeline installation was finalized, and the two sections were successfully tied-in. The system was then hydrostatically tested, cleaned, and commissioned.
Throughout the process, our unwavering focus on safety and quality control ensured that the rapid pace never compromised our zero-incident goal.
Quantifiable Results & Client Benefits
The success of this pipeline project in Inner Mongolia is measured in hard data and client satisfaction:
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Time Saved: Project completed in 27 days, 10% ahead of the aggressive 30-day schedule.
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On-Budget Delivery: The project was delivered within the allocated budget, with no surprise costs for the client.
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Perfect Safety Record: 0 LTI (Lost Time Incidents) and 0 environmental incidents.
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Quality Assured: 100% weld acceptance rate and a successful first-time pipeline pressure test.
Client Testimonial:
“The Jinshiwan team demonstrated what it means to be a true expert partner. Facing a tight deadline and difficult drilling conditions, their expertise in directional drilling and efficient pipeline installation was the key to our success. They not only delivered ahead of schedule but also with impeccable safety and quality. We would not hesitate to appoint them as our pipeline installation service contractor on future projects.”
— Project Manager, Ulanqab Yingjie New Energy Co., Ltd.
Why Choose JSW as Your Pipeline Installation Partner?
This project in Ulanqab is a testament to our core promise: we deliver complex natural gas pipeline construction projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. As a full-service pipeline installation services company, we combine technical mastery with project management excellence.
If your next project involves directional drilling, pipeline welding, or complete onshore pipeline installation, you need a contractor that has proven it can handle the pressure.
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