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Your subsea solutions provider

The
flexible pipe experts

Our team of subsea engineers are flexible pipe experts who specialise in delivering innovative, reliable and world-class engineering solutions that set new standards of excellence across the energy sector.

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Some of the Impulse Group team outside the Morpeth Head Office

Our objective is to ensure that your flexible pipeline or riser system is in good condition and within acceptable standards through our comprehensive inspection and monitoring programme.

Our Subsea Umbilicals, Risers and Flowlines (SURF) solutions provide expert engineering services from concept through to operation, maintenance and repair.

Our inspection, monitoring, maintenance and repair solutions

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Inspection

Our global technicians and engineers provide offshore support for in-situ inspections and assessments

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Monitoring

Reduce and manage your risk whilst increasing productivity with our comprehensive integrity management services 

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Maintenance

Our innovative inspection and cleaning system provides a visual inspection of the end fitting’s interior

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Repair

Restore topside venting without shutting down with our subsea flexible riser outer sheath repair system

Comprehensive support 
to solve your offshore challenges 

As the flexible pipe experts, The Impulse Group specialises in delivering tailored solutions through our team of expert subsea engineers. We excel in flexible pipe, umbilical and cable technology offering innovative and reliable products and services that set new industry standards. 

From flexible riser management to advanced inspection systems that reach previously inaccessible areas, we provide comprehensive support to meet the evolving challenges of your subsea projects.

With service at the heart of everything we do, we work collaboratively with clients to anticipate challenges, overcome obstacles and create lasting value a we drive growth via tailored solutions. 

Our team of experts continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in offshore energy by transforming complex challenges into clear opportunities. We are a trusted partner for clients seeking unmatched service, technical excellence and sustainable growth.

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Flexible pipeline and riser integrity solutions

At The Impulse Group, we specialise in ensuring the integrity and performance of flexible pipeline and riser systems.

 

Our expertise covers thorough inspection, monitoring, maintenance and repair, ensuring compliance with industry standards and maximising the operational lifespan of critical assets.

Inspection and monitoring services

 

 

Our highly skilled personnel and state-of-the-art equipment provide in-depth inspection and monitoring services to assess the condition of flexible pipelines and risers. Our capabilities include:

  • Annulus integrity inspection:

    • Vent port test/bubble test

    • Pressure buildup test

    • Vacuum test

    • Vibration monitoring and recordings

    • Annulus gas flow monitoring (Vent Gas Monitoring System, VGMS, or equivalent)

    • Annulus testing and outer sheath breach inspection

  • Structural integrity inspection:

    • Advanced scanning for flooded annulus and armour wires

    • Advanced Ultrasonic Testing (UT) inspection for armour wire

    • Borescope inspection for riser outer sheath inside J-tubes

    • Internal visual inspection using camera pig technology

  • Polymer integrity testing:

    • Visual inspection

    • Tensile, weight and volume variation tests

    • Hardness variation analysis

    • Thermogravimetry and differential scanning calorimetry tests

Pipeline and riser repair and maintenance

 

 

We ensure the ongoing reliability of flexible risers and pipeline systems through expert maintenance services. Our work adheres to ASME B31.3, ASME B31.8 and ASME B31.4 standards, covering:

  • Pressure gauge maintenance

  • Vent tubing and piping modifications

  • Pressure relief valve servicing

  • Flange inspections and replacements

  • End fitting and ancillary component maintenance

 

Engineering, repair and remediation solutions

When defects or damage are detected, our team provides comprehensive repair solutions, from temporary fixes to permanent remediation, ensuring continued safety and performance.

 

Temporary repair solutions

For accessible outer sheath damage, our services include:

  • Visual and UT inspections of damaged sections

  • Integrity analysis of exposed armour wires

  • Engineering calculations and safe operating envelope assessments

  • Temporary wrapping solutions with QAQC assurance

 

Permanent repair solutions

When permanent repairs are necessary, we offer engineered clamp or sleeve solutions, including:

  • Engineering calculations for clamp/sleeve design

  • Material selection and installation QAQC plans

  • Design life and post-installation inspection methodologies

  • On-site repair execution and compliance validation

 

With a commitment to precision, reliability and innovation, The Impulse Group’s team of engineering experts delivers best-in-class flexible pipeline integrity services tailored to industry requirements.

Contact us today to learn how we can support your operations.

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Real-time problem solvers

Our inspection equipment includes advanced cameras, probes and sensors, enabling precise measurement, assessment and diagnosis in areas that have never been accessible before.

Providing 
dynamic solutions

Tapping into The Impulse Group’s expertise in Riser Integrity Management

We offer comprehensive solutions that address the integrity risks associated with flexible risers and flowlines, providing preventative maintenance and cutting-edge inspection services.

 

By utilising advanced diagnostic technologies, such as annulus testing and video scoping, our team of experts delivers accurate insights into riser conditions, helping you to address potential issues before they escalate.

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Our team of experts deliver custom maintenance strategies based on specific operational conditions, enabling you to proactively manage riser integrity, avoid major repairs and ensure smooth production.

Tailored preventive maintenance programmes

The Impulse Group leverages decades of experience in mechanical engineering and project management, partnering with industry leaders such as Baker Hughes to deliver expert engineering services that enhance offshore maintenance and prolong asset life.

Expert engineering and support

Through state-of-the-art tools like annulus testing kits and high-resolution video scoping, The Impulse Group provides thorough inspections to detect early signs of corrosion, fatigue or mechanical stress, reducing the likelihood of unplanned shutdowns.

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Your partner in riser integrity

We are uniquely positioned to help you to mitigate the risks associated with flexible riser and flowline failures.

 

Through advanced inspection technologies, engineering expertise and tailored maintenance programmes, The Impulse Group provides a comprehensive solution to protect assets, prevent costly failures and maintain operational efficiency. 

OUR VALUED PARTNERS

Serving industry leaders

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TESTIMONIALS

What our clients have to say

“During a recent project, The Impulse Group supported us superbly.

 

They provided first-class technical expertise and equipment at very short notice."

MARTIN JEFFREY
Baker Hughes, Newcastle

“The Impulse Group offered their professional services from the very beginning of the project. The team were friendly, knowledgeable, and showed their competency. The job was carried out successfully and safely as planned, despite extreme weather. We look forward to working with The Impulse Group again on our future projects.”

SAM HA
Kim Thiet, Ltd.(PETROVIETNAM)

Find out more about what makes us tick, including our mission, vision and values.

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