Local Distribution Pipelines in Nontechnical Language

More than two million miles of local distribution pipelines deliver natural gas to homes, businesses, schools, and hospitals throughout the United States, and many more serve the rest of the world. These small-diameter, low-pressure pipelines serve as a critical link between high-pressure transportation pipelines and end users. Local Distribution Pipelines in Nontechnical Language explains natural gas distribution systems, a vital component in the overall natural gas transportation system, from their humble beginnings delivering “town gas” to handling today’s complex urban infrastructure.

Benefits for Readers:

• Knowing what goes on “behind” the City Gate
• Understanding the many components required for local distribution pipelines to function properly
• Learning how LDCs are managed and operated to assure continual supply
• Comprehending the specialized design, engineering, construction, and maintenance of these systems

Acknowledgments

Chapter 1 : How Pipelines Differ
Chapter 2 : Two Beginnings
Chapter 3 : How Pipelines Work
Chapter 4 : Components and Equipment
Chapter 5 : Natural Gas Transmission Line Operations
Chapter 6 : Local Distribution Pipeline Operations
Chapter 7 : Liquefied Natural Gas
Chapter 8 : Releases, Leaks, and Leak Management
Chapter 9 : Asset Integrity
Chapter 10 : Control Systems and SCADA
Chapter 11 : Design and Engineering
Chapter 12 : Construction
Chapter 13 : Business Models and Expenditure Decisions
Chapter 14 : Challenges For The Future

Index