Pipeline Cleaning Chemicals
N2 Solutions offers a range of specialized cleaning chemicals, do-it-yourself cleaning programs, and 24/7 chemical engineering support.
Pipeline Cleaning Products
N2 Solutions delivers chemical cleaning products that can be custom-formulated to combat contaminants, including black powder, iron sulfide, compressor oils, paraffins, microorganisms, salt, sand, and dirt.
Explore our range of specialty chemicals, engineered to boost system productivity and safeguard operational efficiency.
Pipeline Cleaners
Advanced cleaning formulations that disperse solids, paraffin, hydrocarbon sludge, and iron-based deposits. These chemistries improve deposit removal, support pigging efficiency, and restore flow in pipelines and flowlines.
• N2S-PLC-0540
• N2S-PLC-0541
• N2S-PLC-0543
• N2S-PLC-0544
Solvents & Scale Removal
High-performance solvents that dissolve and disperse heavy organic and mineral deposits, including wax, asphaltenes, hydrocarbon sludge, and mud, for efficient removal during pigging or flush operations.
• N2S-SOL-0550
• N2S-SOL-0551
• N2S-SOL-0552
Wax Dispersants
Specialized dispersants engineered to break down and suspend wax deposits in pipelines and production systems, improving flow and pigging efficiency while preventing re-deposition.
• N2S-DIS-0570
• N2S-DIS-0571
Defoamers
Designed to suppress foam generated during pigging or fluid movement, these formulations control turbulence-induced foaming to maintain proper chemical flow and system stability.
• N2S-DFM-0520
• N2S-DFM-0521
• N2S-DFM-0522
Packer Fluids
Engineered to protect pipeline internals and idle sections, these fluids provide barrier protection against corrosion and microbial activity while maintaining uniform coverage in stagnant or low-flow areas.
• N2S-PAC-0530
Corrosion Inhibitors
Formulated to protect pipeline infrastructure by creating a durable film on metal surfaces, reducing corrosion, and preserving the integrity of carbon steel systems.
• N2S-COR-0510
• NRS-COR-0511
Chemical Cleaning Formulated for Your Pipeline Needs
N2 Solutions' Pipeline Chemical Cleaning begins with lab analysis of sample debris present in your pipeline. From there, we formulate a custom cleaning solution engineered to clean effectively without compromising pipeline safety.
Our recyclable, oil-soluble formulations also reduce costs and environmental impact.
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Pipelines Need More Than Mechanical Cleaning
High-pressure pipelines accumulate contaminants like:
- black powder
- asphaltenes
- compressor oils
- paraffin waxes
- microorganisms
- salt, sand, dirt, and scale
- lubricants
- hydrates
Left untreated, these contaminants can:
Increase operating pressures needed to achieve the same throughput
which decreases overall line productivity
Disrupt the accuracy of inspection tools during in-line inspections
resulting in distorted data and potentially requiring repeat runs
Increase downtime
which also increases costs for the operator
Mechanical pigging dislodges deposits but also redistributes or breaks down solids, rather than removing them, which can still interfere with inspection accuracy.
N2 Solutions' chemical cleaning programs go beyond mechanical removal to break down and suspend contaminants, leaving pipelines cleaner, safer, and ILI-ready.
Online Chemical Cleaning
Online chemical cleaning enables a complete pipeline cleaning regimen to be implemented while the pipeline remains online and operational—a practice that maximizes uptime for the operator. Online cleaning is facilitated through a process called liquid separation.
Liquid Separation: How It Works
Cleaning chemicals are injected inside the pipeline ahead of a customized pig.
The pig is then propelled through the system along with the product.
Upon run completion, excess liquids and solids are isolated from the line via a separator and deposited into a frac tank.
All the while, the product continues uninterrupted through the system.
Filtration
Additives and contaminants that accumulate in pipelines must be removed before the product reaches end users. Impurities in the transmission stream can include:
- Liquids and suspended solids
- Iron sulfide
- Residual liquid hydrocarbons
- Compressor lubricants
Filter separators use engineered filtration elements, such as coalescing filters, to capture and remove unwanted liquids and particles.
As the gas or liquid stream passes through the unit, the product continues downstream with minimal restriction, while entrained droplets and solids are collected within the filter and removed from the system. This process ensures cleaner product delivery and improved protection for downstream equipment.
Offline Chemical Cleaning
It is not always necessary to conduct full-scale cleaning while the pipeline remains operational. In these instances, cleaning regimens can be performed during scheduled shutdowns of the line.
During offline cleaning, chemicals are again injected ahead of the pig and propelled through the line, but do not need to be “separated” from the existing product flow because the line is not operational.
While this method increases downtime, it can effectively facilitate a multitude of needed maintenance activities if a shutdown is already planned or underway.
Precision Cleaning Backed by Proven Pipeline Expertise
For over 20 years, N2 Solutions has supported pipeline operators with integrity solutions that protect assets and keep lines ILI-ready.
Our chemical cleaning service is a natural extension of our expertise, backed by field experience and custom-formulated for your operations.
Phone
1-866-940-2450
Address
Corporate Headquarters
113 Liberty Ave.,
Lafayette, LA 70508