Project Summary

Client
FortisBC

Budget
$60,000

Services
Inspections

Market
Energy

Project Description

RAM was engaged by FortisBC for a comprehensive Category D inspection of the Second Narrows Bridge crossing between Vancouver and North Vancouver, employing UAV drones and visual evaluations due to physical access challenges. The inspection focused on identifying corrosion and coating issues on the span’s pipeline.

Our Role

The inspection included the following observations:
  •  Evaluating the condition of ground entry points;
  • Assessing corrosion in specific locations (e.g. pits);
  • Evaluating pipe supports and pipe rollers, spring hangers and structural brackets;
  • Observing and assessing vibrations due to external forces;
  • Assessing the condition of pipe coatings and surfaces, such as any fading, flaking, blistering, rust, and pitting;
  • Evaluating the condition of pipe / tower / cable anchors;
  • Analyzing for leakage (due to corrosion or damage).

Project Highlights

RAM’s inspectors provided detailed maintenance recommendations for the Second Narrow Bridge pipeline’s integrity preservation, and evaluated all aspects of its operation, maintenance, and safety measures to successfully meet, or even exceed industry standards and regulatory requirements.