Episode 430: Advances in In-Line Inspection with Marc Lamontagne
From Pipeliners Podcast by Russel Treat
March 3, 2026 · 24 min · Season 1 · Episode 430
About this episode
Marc Lamontagne discusses the evolution of in-line inspection technology and advancements in crack detection.
In this episode of the Pipeliners Podcast, Marc Lamontagne returns to discuss how in-line inspection (ILI) technology has evolved over the past eight years. He shares insights on advancements in crack detection, including phased array ultrasonics, improvements in magnetic-based tools, and the increasing volume and fidelity of inspection data. The conversation also explores the growing role of advanced algorithms and data visualization in enhancing analysis, supporting engineering judgment, and shaping the future of pipeline integrity. Visit PipelinePodcastNetwork.com for a full episode transcript, as well as detailed show notes with relevant links and insider term definitions.
People in this episode
Host: Russel Treat
Guest: Marc Lamontagne
Topics covered
- in-line inspection
- crack detection
- phased array ultrasonics
- magnetic-based tools
- data visualization
- pipeline integrity
Keywords
- in-line inspection
- crack detection
- phased array ultrasonics
- magnetic-based tools
- data visualization
- pipeline integrity
- advanced algorithms
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: PipelinePodcastNetwork.com
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