Summary Severe wax deposits built up in the 20-in. [500-mm] Valhall subsea crude oil pipeline over a period of years. The successful program to remove these deposits gradually but completely with a series of foam and mechanical pigs is described, including details on equipment and procedures. The unique risks and difficulties associated with solids removal in offshore pipelines are discussed.
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