SYSTEMS FOR REMOVING A FLUID FROM A PIPELINE

摘要

Provided herein is a system for removing fluids, for example petroleum products, from a pipeline while providing a fluidic seal between the fluids contained within the pipeline and the external environment thereby preventing leaking or escape of hazardous gases. The provided system is versatile and be utilized with many valve configurations and pipeline systems. Further, the system may be used on any fluid in which the release of fumes or gases is a concern.

主权项

1. A drain system for removing a fluid from a pipeline comprising:
a tubular body having two ends, each of said ends having at least one opening in fluid communication with a flow passage running longitudinally through said tubular body to allow the longitudinal flow of fluid through said tubular body; and a plug configured to fit through at least one of a valve or flange of said pipeline for threadable engagement therewith, said plug having an interior channel configured to allow said tubular body to pass through said plug wherein said plug is provided with structure including at least the threadable engagement to create a fluidic seal between said plug and said valve or flange of said pipeline, thereby allowing flow of said fluid out of said pipeline through said tubular body but not allowing flow of fluid through said first and second seals.