Pipeline Pigging Equipment — Saudi Arabia

Pipeline Pigging Equipment Supplier Saudi Arabia — Foam Pigs, Cleaning Pigs, Pig Launchers & Receivers In Stock

Gulf Union Ozone supplies a comprehensive range of pipeline pigging equipment for crude oil, natural gas, refined products, water injection, and produced water pipelines across Saudi Arabia. Our inventory covers foam pigs (uncoated, polyurethane-coated, wire-brush types), gauging and caliper pigs for internal diameter verification, mechanical cleaning pigs (disc, cup, and brush types), mandrel pigs with modular replaceable elements, smart/intelligent pigs (Magnetic Flux Leakage and Ultrasonic Wall Thickness), pig launchers and receivers (scraper traps) to API 6A and ASME Section VIII in pressure classes 150–2500 ANSI, pig passage signallers (mechanical and electronic), kicker connections, barrel fittings, and quick-opening closures (QOC). CS and SS 316L launcher barrels; NACE MR0175 sour-service material available. ISO 9001:2015 certified (CR 4030570569). Same-day dispatch from our Jeddah warehouse.

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Pipeline pigging equipment — foam pigs, cleaning pigs, pig launchers and receivers stocked in Jeddah Saudi Arabia — Gulf Union Ozone
StandardsAPI 6A · ASME B16.34 · ASME VIII · ASME B31.4 / B31.8
MaterialsCS / SS 316L barrels · Polyurethane foam pigs · SS 316 disc/cup pigs
RangePipe size 2"–48" · Pressure class 150–2500 ANSI
DispatchSame-day from Jeddah
QualityISO 9001:2015
Pipeline Pigging Categories

Product Types in Stock

Gulf Union Ozone stocks six pipeline pigging product families to API, ASME, and NACE standards for Saudi Arabia oil & gas pipeline commissioning, inline cleaning, inspection, and integrity management — from simple foam pigs to intelligent inline inspection (ILI) tools and ASME VIII pig launching systems.

Type 01

Foam Pigs

Polyurethane foam pigs for pipeline commissioning, hydrostatic test water removal, product separation (batching), debris sweeping, and light wax cleaning in crude oil, natural gas, refined product, and water injection pipelines across Saudi Arabia. Four foam pig types stocked: bare open-cell polyurethane foam (minimum resistance — gauging and liquid removal); closed-cell polyurethane foam (improved sealing and driving force for product separation); polyurethane-coated foam (smooth or criss-cross coated — improved abrasion resistance for light deposits); wire-brush coated foam pigs (additional mechanical cleaning for mill scale in new pipelines and light wax in production lines). Foam density range: 2 lb/ft³ (ultra-soft) to 10 lb/ft³ (heavy duty). Pipe sizes 2"–48". Length-to-diameter (L/D) ratio 1:1 standard; 1.5:1 for improved sealing. Oversize 5–10% for sealing. Suitable for all API 5L pipeline materials. Same-day dispatch from Jeddah stock.

Type 02

Gauging & Caliper Pigs

Gauging and caliper pigs for pipeline internal diameter (ID) verification, deformation detection (dents, ovality, buckles), and bore inspection before first intelligent pig run. Aluminium gauging plate pigs: a rigid aluminium plate of nominal bore minus 10% is mounted between polyurethane discs — after pigging, the plate deformation map reveals any restriction in the pipeline. Used for all new pipeline pre-commissioning runs and post-repair verification in Saudi Arabia. Multi-finger mechanical caliper pigs (odometer-wheel equipped): spring-loaded mechanical fingers contact the pipe wall continuously and record the minimum ID at each axial position — generates ID profile of the full pipeline length with odometer reference for anomaly location. Electronic caliper pigs (with data logger): record ID data at up to 1000 measurements per second — identify dents ≥2% OD, ovality, and bore restrictions for ASME B31.4/B31.8 fitness-for-service assessment. Available in pipe sizes 2"–42". All caliper pigs supplied with post-run data analysis.

Type 03

Cleaning Pigs — Disc, Cup & Brush Types

Mechanical cleaning pigs using rigid mandrel body with replaceable polyurethane discs, cups, wire brushes, and combination elements for effective removal of wax deposits, scale, hydrate plugs, sand, corrosion products, and millscale from Saudi Arabia crude oil, gas, NGL, and water injection pipelines. Disc pigs: polyurethane bi-directional discs (replaceable, 90° or 30° face angle) for good sealing with controlled bypass — standard for routine wax management and batch separation. Cup pigs: unidirectional polyurethane cups (forward-facing) for maximum sealing and driving force with minimum bypass — preferred for long pipeline sections and liquid displacement. Brush pigs: aggressive stainless steel wire or silicon carbide (SiC) rotary brushes on mandrel for mechanical scale and hard-deposit removal. Combination pigs: discs + brushes + magnets (magnet retrieves ferrous debris). Mandrel materials: CS (standard) or SS 316L for corrosive or sour service pipelines (NACE MR0175). Sizes 2"–42".

Type 04

Smart / Intelligent Pigs (ILI)

Intelligent Inline Inspection (ILI) pigs for non-destructive pipeline wall integrity assessment — the primary tool for corrosion detection, wall-thickness measurement, and remaining life assessment for Saudi Arabia oil & gas pipelines under ASME B31.4/B31.8 and API 1163 integrity management programmes. Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) pigs: strong permanent magnets saturate the pipe wall — magnetic flux leakage at corrosion pits and metal-loss anomalies is detected by hall-effect sensors. Detects internal and external metal loss, pitting, and general corrosion with ±10% wall-loss accuracy. Most widely used ILI technology for crude and product pipelines. High-resolution Ultrasonic Wall Thickness (UT) pigs: piezoelectric transducers measure exact wall thickness by ultrasonic pulse-echo — ±0.1mm absolute wall thickness accuracy; requires liquid-coupled medium (not suitable for dry gas without a liquid slug). Spiral MFL tools detect stress corrosion cracking (SCC) and seam weld anomalies. All ILI pigs available for pipe sizes 4"–42"; complete with pre-inspection report, post-run data analysis, and ASME/API fitness-for-service assessment report.

Type 05

Pig Launchers & Receivers (Scraper Traps)

Pig launchers (trap traps) and pig receivers (catch traps) for safe insertion and retrieval of all pig types on Saudi Arabia oil & gas, NGL, refined products, and water injection pipelines. Designed and fabricated to ASME Section VIII Division 1 (ASME 'U' stamp) with ASME B31.4 or B31.8 pipeline tie-in nozzles. Barrel and closure flanges to ASME B16.5 / B16.47 in pressure classes 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, and 2500 ANSI. Main line reducers and tee-wye fittings to ASME B16.34 and API 6A. Quick-opening closures (QOC) swing-bolt or clamp type for safe access. Barrel material: A516 Gr.70 carbon steel (standard) or SS 316L for sour, acid, or corrosive service. NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 SSC-resistant material specification for H2S sour service (Saudi Aramco sour pipeline specifications). Internal corrosion allowance 3mm–6mm. Full ASME/NBIC quality data book including mill certificates (EN 10204 3.1), dimensional inspection records, weld maps, NDE records, and hydrostatic pressure test records. Barrel sizes 2"–48"; pig barrel diameter typically 1.5× pipe diameter (trap barrel).

Type 06

Kickers, Barrel Fittings & Accessories

Pipeline pigging accessories and support equipment for complete pig launching and receiving system packages on Saudi Arabia oil & gas pipelines. Kicker connections: the bypass connection between the main pipeline and the pig launcher barrel, used to fill the launcher barrel with pipeline fluid before pig launch — critical for preventing pressure surges and product contamination at launch. Barrel end fittings and reducers: eccentric reducer (ECC RED) connecting trap barrel to main line, fabricated to ASME B16.9 in CS or SS 316L; bevelled for field welding. Pig passage indicators / pig signallers: mechanical type (spring-loaded plunger depressed by pig — visual flag indicator, no power required) and electronic type (magnetic sensor detects pig passage — 4–20 mA output or dry contact relay to DCS / SCADA; data logger option for passage time recording). Pig tray (cradle): SS 304 adjustable pipe cradle for safe pig insertion and retrieval at pig trap. Foam pig sizing tool: pre-run diameter check tool. Pig tracking system (above-ground detector and data logger) for monitoring pig location and speed in operating pipelines across Saudi Arabia. All accessories supplied with relevant API / ASME certification.

In Summary

Pipeline pigging is the practice of sending a specially designed device — a pig — through an operating pipeline to clean accumulated deposits, remove liquid slugs, separate batched products, or carry out internal inspection, all without shutting in the line. Gulf Union Ozone stocks four pig types for Saudi Arabia pipelines: foam pigs in open-cell and polyurethane-coated grades for light cleaning, commissioning sweeps, and liquid removal; mandrel pigs fitted with replaceable polyurethane discs or wire-brush elements for aggressive scale and wax removal; sphere pigs for liquid removal and product batching in multi-phase lines; and access to smart/intelligent pigs — Magnetic Flux Leakage and Ultrasonic Wall Thickness tools — for pipeline integrity assessment. Pig outside diameter must match pipe inside diameter within ±2%; specifying pipe schedule and material grade (API 5L, ASTM A106, or ASTM A53) at the time of ordering ensures the correct oversize for reliable sealing and effective pig travel.

Product Catalog

Complete Pipeline Pigging Equipment Range — 28 Products

All pigging equipment supplied with relevant API, ASME, and NACE documentation. EN 10204 3.1 MTCs for all pressure-retaining components. ASME 'U' stamp and NBIC registration for all ASME VIII launchers and receivers. ISO 9001:2015 QMS (CR 4030570569).

Product Standard / Spec Material Size / Pressure Class Application
Foam Pig — Bare Open-Cell Polyurethane (Gauging / Liquid Removal) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 Open-cell polyurethane foam; 3–5 lb/ft³ density 2"–48" pipe size; L/D ratio 1:1; oversize 5–10% Commissioning sweeps, hydrostatic test water removal, debris clearing
Foam Pig — Polyurethane-Coated (Medium Density) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 Polyurethane foam core; polyurethane elastomer skin coating 2"–48"; density 5–8 lb/ft³; smooth or criss-cross skin Product batching, light wax removal, improved sealing over bare foam
Foam Pig — Wire-Brush Coated (Mild Mechanical Cleaning) API 1163 Polyurethane foam; SS wire-brush coating embedded in skin 2"–48"; density 7–10 lb/ft³; criss-cross or full-cover brush New pipeline millscale removal, light wax and scale in production lines
Foam Pig — Heavy-Duty (Criss-Cross Brush, Large Diameter) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 High-density polyurethane; heavy criss-cross brush skin 16"–48"; density 10 lb/ft³; aggressive cleaning duty First run in large crude oil trunk lines — Saudi Aramco gathering systems
Foam Pig — Batching (Sealing Grade, Closed-Cell) API 1163; product separation duty Closed-cell polyurethane foam; smooth high-friction skin 2"–24"; improved sealing; minimum bypass; L/D 1.5:1 Multi-product pipeline product separation, refined products batching
Gauging Pig — Aluminium Plate (Pre-Commissioning) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 pre-commissioning Aluminium gauge plate (OD-10%); polyurethane cup carrier; CS mandrel 2"–48"; plate deformation maps restrictions New pipeline pre-commissioning ID verification; post-repair bore check
Caliper Pig — Multi-Finger Mechanical (Odometer) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 CS mandrel; SS 316 spring-loaded fingers; mechanical odometer 4"–42"; detects dents ≥2% OD; location by odometer Pipeline ID profiling, deformation mapping, pre-ILI survey run
Caliper Pig — Electronic (Data Logger, High Resolution) API 1163; ASME B31.4 integrity management CS mandrel; electronic caliper array; data logger; battery pack 6"–42"; 1000 measurements/s; ±1mm ID resolution Pre-MFL/UT ILI survey; fitness-for-service assessment; Saudi Aramco IMP
Cleaning Pig — Disc Type (Bi-Directional, Replaceable Discs) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 CS mandrel; polyurethane discs 90° face; replaceable 2"–42"; controlled bypass; bi-directional capable Wax management, product separation, batch pigs in crude and NGL lines
Cleaning Pig — Cup Type (Uni-Directional, High Sealing) API 1163; ASME B31.4/B31.8 CS mandrel; polyurethane forward-facing cups; replaceable 2"–42"; minimum bypass; maximum driving force Long-distance liquid displacement, dewatering, product recovery
Cleaning Pig — Steel Wire Brush (Scale & Hard Deposit) API 1163 CS mandrel; SS 316 wire-brush sections; polyurethane sealing discs 2"–36"; brush dia to pipe OD; aggressive mechanical cleaning Scale, corrosion, hard wax and carbonate deposit removal in pipelines
Cleaning Pig — Combination (Disc + Brush + Magnet) API 1163 CS mandrel; PU discs + SS brushes + neodymium magnets 4"–36"; disc sealing + brush cleaning + ferrous retrieval Combined cleaning and ferrous debris retrieval in oil and gas pipelines
Mandrel Pig — Modular (Replaceable Elements) API 1163; ASME B31.4 CS or SS 316L mandrel; replaceable PU disc/cup modules 4"–42"; modular design; re-use mandrel body; replace elements only Routine pipeline maintenance programmes — reduced per-run cost
Gel Pig — Chemical Gel Slug (Dewatering / Cleaning) API 1163; pipeline conditioning Crosslinked polymer gel; water or hydrocarbon base; biodegradable Any pipe diameter; volume to pipeline section length required Dewatering after hydrostatic test, chemical cleaning, pipeline conditioner
Smart Pig — MFL (Magnetic Flux Leakage) ILI Tool API 1163; NACE SP0102; ASME B31.4 IMP CS body; permanent magnet array; hall-effect sensors; data logger 4"–42"; detects metal loss ≥10% WT; internal and external corrosion Corrosion mapping, integrity assessment, Saudi Aramco IMP compliance
Smart Pig — UT (Ultrasonic Wall Thickness) ILI Tool API 1163; NACE SP0102; ISO 16708 CS body; piezoelectric UT transducers; liquid-coupled; data logger 6"–42"; ±0.1mm WT accuracy; requires liquid medium Precise wall-thickness measurement, pitting depth, ERF calculations
Pig Launcher — Simplex, CS, Class 150–600 ASME Sec. VIII Div.1; ASME B31.4/B31.8; B16.5 A516 Gr.70 CS barrel; ASME B16.5 flanges; internal epoxy lining 2"–24" pipe; ANSI Class 150/300/600; ASME 'U' stamp Pig launching on liquid, gas, and multi-phase pipelines — standard duty
Pig Launcher — High-Pressure, CS, Class 900–2500 ASME Sec. VIII Div.1; API 6A; ASME B16.47 A516 Gr.70 CS or SS 316L; ASME B16.47 Series A flanges; NACE option 6"–36" pipe; ANSI Class 900/1500/2500; NBIC registered High-pressure gas transmission, sour crude, injection pipelines
Pig Launcher — Duplex (Dual Barrel), 6"–36" ASME Sec. VIII; API 6A; ASME B31.4 CS dual barrel; common main isolation valve; ASME 'U' stamp 6"–36"; two barrels for back-to-back pig launching High-frequency pigging programmes — minimise line shutdown between pig runs
Pig Receiver (Scraper Trap) — CS, Class 150–600 ASME Sec. VIII Div.1; ASME B31.4; B16.5 A516 Gr.70 CS barrel; ASME B16.5 flanges; ASME 'U' stamp 2"–24" pipe; ANSI Class 150/300/600; NBIC registered Pig reception and wax/debris collection at pipeline terminal/slug catcher
Pig Receiver — SS 316L, Class 150–600 (Sour/Corrosive) ASME Sec. VIII; NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 SS 316L barrel and flanges; NACE SSC-resistant; ASME 'U' stamp 2"–16" pipe; ANSI Class 150–600; sour service H2S Sour crude, produced water, H2S-containing gas pipelines in KSA
Pig Signaller — Mechanical (Passage Indicator, Flag Type) API 1163; pipeline pigging standard CS body; spring-loaded plunger; stainless indicator flag; no power 2"–48" pipe; saddle or flange mount; rated to ANSI 1500 Confirm pig passage at field locations without power supply
Pig Signaller — Electronic (Magnetic Sensor, 4–20 mA) API 1163; ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 option CS body; Hall-effect or reed-switch sensor; 4–20 mA / relay output 2"–48" pipe; DCS/SCADA interface; passage time data logger Remote pig tracking, automated pipeline control room monitoring
Kicker / Bypass Connection Assembly ASME B16.34; ASME B31.4/B31.8 CS; flanged kicker valve + check valve; rated to launcher ANSI class 2"–6" kicker line; pressure class matched to launcher Launcher barrel fill and pig pressurisation before pig launch
Quick-Opening Closure (QOC) — Swing-Bolt Type API 6A; ASME VIII; BS 6755 closure safety CS or SS 316L; pressure-equalising vent port; safety interlock 4"–48" barrel end; pressure class 150–2500; safety lock Fast access pig trap barrel end — pig insertion/retrieval without bolting
Barrel End Flange Closure — Bolted ASME B16.5; ASME B16.47; ASME VIII CS or SS 316L blind flange; spiral-wound gasket; stud bolts A193 B7 2"–48"; ANSI class 150–2500; EN 10204 3.1 MTC Low-frequency pig access where QOC not required; lower capital cost
Pig Tray (Loading Cradle) — SS 304 Pipeline pigging practice; ergonomic safety tool SS 304 adjustable pipe saddle; roller support; non-sparking Adjustable for 2"–36" pig diameter; folding portable design Safe pig loading and retrieval at pig trap — prevent pig damage and injury
Pig Foam Sizing Tool (Pre-Run Check) API 1163 pre-commissioning practice PVC or aluminium guide tube; foam reference pig set Nominal pipe size 2"–48"; confirms foam pig OD before run Pre-run foam pig OD check — ensures 5–10% oversize before launch
Replacement Polyurethane Discs / Cups — Mandrel Pig Elements API 1163; manufacturer cross-reference Polyurethane 90°/30° disc face; Shore 75A–90A; various OD 2"–42" pipe size; cross-reference to major pig brands available Replacement disc and cup elements for all mandrel pig programmes in KSA
In Summary

The primary applications for pipeline pigging at Saudi Aramco facilities span the full pipeline lifecycle. During commissioning, foam and gauging pigs sweep construction debris and verify bore before hydrostatic pressure testing; dewatering pigs then remove all test water after hydrotest to prevent internal corrosion. During operations, crude oil and gas gathering lines are pigged routinely to remove wax deposits, scale build-up, and liquid slugs that reduce throughput and accelerate corrosion. Water injection pipelines are pigged before waterflooding campaigns to eliminate mill scale and debris that would damage injection well perforations. Pig launcher and receiver barrels are fabricated to ASME Section VIII Division 1 pressure vessel code with ASME U-stamp and NBIC registration, designed to match the pipeline maximum allowable working pressure in classes from ANSI 150 through 2500. Gulf Union Ozone supplies foam pigs, mandrel pig kits, and sphere pigs from Jeddah stock with same-day dispatch.

Why Us

Why Saudi Arabia Oil & Gas Companies Choose Gulf Union Ozone for Pipeline Pigging

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API 6A & ASME VIII Documentation

All pig launchers and receivers supplied with ASME 'U' stamp, NBIC registration, complete ASME data books including EN 10204 3.1 MTCs, weld maps, NDE records, and hydrostatic pressure test reports — meeting Saudi Aramco pipeline engineering specifications.

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NACE MR0175 Sour Service

Pig launchers, receivers, and mechanical pigs available with NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 SSC-resistant material certification for H2S sour crude, sour gas, and acid gas pipeline service across Saudi Arabia.

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ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality

Gulf Union Ozone is ISO 9001:2015 certified (CR 4030570569), Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — with documented incoming inspection, traceability, and QMS control for all pipeline pigging equipment and spare parts.

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Nationwide KSA Delivery

Foam pigs, replacement disc/cup elements, and pig signallers dispatched same-day from Jeddah to all Saudi Arabia regions — Jubail, Yanbu, Ras Tanura, Dammam, Riyadh, Jizan, and beyond for urgent pipeline maintenance operations.

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Ball valves, gate valves, and isolation valves in CS and SS 316 for pig launcher and receiver kicker and bypass connections on Saudi Arabia oil & gas pipelines.
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Pipes & Fittings

Carbon steel and stainless steel pipe, ASME B16.9 fittings, flanges, and reducers for pig trap barrel fabrication and pipeline manifold assemblies in Saudi Arabia.
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Pipeline strainers, basket strainers, and Y-strainers in CS and SS for downstream protection of metering stations and process equipment after pig runs in KSA pipelines.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Pipeline Pigging Equipment Saudi Arabia

What pipeline pigging equipment do you supply for Saudi Arabia oil and gas pipelines?

Gulf Union Ozone supplies a complete range of pipeline pigging equipment including foam pigs (uncoated, polyurethane-coated, and wire-brush coated) in 2"–48"; gauging pigs with aluminium plate gauges; cleaning pigs in disc, cup, brush, and combination configurations; mandrel pigs with modular replaceable elements; smart/intelligent pigs (MFL and UT ILI) for integrity assessment; pig launchers and receivers to API 6A and ASME VIII in pressure classes 150–2500; pig signallers; and kicker connections, barrel fittings, and quick-opening closures. All pigging equipment supplied with full material traceability documentation.

What is the difference between foam pigs and cleaning pigs for Saudi Arabia pipelines?

Foam pigs are manufactured from polyurethane foam and are used for light-duty cleaning, product separation (batching), hydrostatic test water removal, and commissioning sweeps. They are flexible, compressible, and can pass through partially blocked lines. Cleaning pigs (mechanical pigs) use rigid mandrel bodies with replaceable polyurethane discs, cups, or wire brushes to deliver high-contact force against the pipe wall — effective for removing hard wax deposits, scale, corrosion products, and millscale. Gulf Union Ozone stocks both types in all sizes from Jeddah for same-day dispatch across Saudi Arabia.

What API and ASME standards do your pig launchers and receivers meet for Saudi Arabia pipelines?

Gulf Union Ozone supplies pig launchers and receivers designed to ASME Section VIII Division 1 with ASME 'U' stamp and NBIC registration. Flanges are rated to ASME B16.5 or B16.47 in pressure classes 150–2500 ANSI. Main line connections are to ASME B16.34 and API 6A. Quick-opening closures are rated to API 6A or ASME VIII. Material: A516 Gr.70 CS standard; SS 316L for sour or corrosive service. NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 SSC-resistant material specification available for H2S sour service. EN 10204 3.1 MTCs for all pressure-retaining components. Contact us via WhatsApp 966550988062 with pipeline size, design pressure, fluid, and H2S content.

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To get a fast quotation, provide: pipeline nominal size (inches), pipe schedule, fluid type (crude oil, gas, product, water), design pressure (bar / psi), ANSI pressure class required, H2S content (ppm) for sour service, pig type required (foam / gauging / cleaning / launcher / receiver), and delivery location in Saudi Arabia.

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Recent Deliveries

  • • Pig launchers and receivers (ASME VIII, DN600, Class 900) for a crude oil gathering system in Ghawar, 2025
  • • Cleaning pig programme (disc and brush pigs) for wax removal on a gas condensate pipeline in the Eastern Province, 2025
  • • MFL intelligent pig deployment support on a 24″ sour gas pipeline serving Jubail Industrial City, 2025

CR 4030570569 | ISO 9001:2015 | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia  —  Saudi Aramco vendor compliance · SAEP-347 credentials

Technical content reviewed by Gulf Union Ozone’s Engineering Team, Jeddah — 2026

Inventory updated: August 2026

In Summary

Gulf Union Ozone pipeline pigging equipment supply reaches all Saudi pipeline and process plant sites: standard-diameter foam pigs, mandrel pigs, and bi-directional pigs in common pipeline sizes (4 inch to 48 inch NPS) from Jeddah warehouse stock, 48–72 hours to Jubail and Dammam, 72–96 hours to Riyadh. Temporary pig launchers and receivers in carbon steel ASME B31.3 construction are available for rental to Saudi Aramco and EPC contractor hydrostatic testing and commissioning programs. Gulf Union Ozone coordinates supply of pig tracking equipment — passive pig signallers and active pig tracking transponders — for Saudi Aramco cross-country pipeline pigging programs. All pigging equipment is supplied with material certification per EN 10204 2.1 or 3.1 as required by the Saudi Aramco specification. Pigging program documentation support — pig run record sheets, foam pig selection guide, and pig velocity calculation worksheets — is provided with each pigging equipment delivery at no charge.

In Summary

Pipeline pigging is a mandatory maintenance activity for Saudi Aramco crude oil and natural gas transmission pipelines under Saudi Aramco Engineering Instruction SAEI-L-034 — all export pipelines must be pigged at prescribed intervals to maintain flow efficiency and detect internal corrosion. Gulf Union Ozone supplies inline inspection (ILI) pig coordination services, working with approved ILI contractors running magnetic-flux-leakage (MFL) and ultrasonic (UT) tools through Saudi Aramco pipeline strings to generate corrosion maps for integrity management. Foam pig launch and receive operations for pipeline hydrostatic testing dewatering — post-construction hydrotest fill and post-test dewater pigging — are supported with pig supply and field supervision. Pig signaller installation (permanent saddle-mounted passive acoustic detectors) for real-time pig-passage confirmation at Saudi Aramco pipeline block-valve stations is also available. All pigging equipment is compatible with Saudi Aramco pipeline operating pressures and product specifications.