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𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚'𝐬 𝐒𝐥𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚’𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬   As the holiday season approaches, it's time to think about how we can make Santa's journey smoother and more efficient. Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS) technology is the perfect upgrade for Santa's sleigh, offering several benefits that can enhance his training and reduce year-end stress. Here are the top three ways DFOS could possibly make a difference:  𝟏. 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: DFOS can provide real-time data on the health and performance of each reindeer. By embedding fibre optic sensors in the reins, Santa can monitor the reindeer's heart rates, stress levels, and overall well-being. This information can help Santa ensure that his team is in peak condition for the big night, preventing any last-minute surprises.   𝟐. 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲: With DFOS, Santa can receive instant feedback on the sleigh's structural integrity and environmental conditions. The sensors can detect any strain or stress on the sleigh, alerting Santa to potential issues before they become critical. Additionally, DFOS can monitor weather conditions and provide real-time updates, helping Santa navigate through challenging environments with assistance from his weather elves. 𝟑. 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: DFOS technology can be used to analyze the performance of Santa's sleigh during training sessions. By collecting data on speed, acceleration, and maneuverability, Santa can identify areas for improvement and optimize his training routines. This can lead to a more efficient and effective delivery process, ensuring that every gift reaches its destination on time with minimum stress to the reindeers.    Incorporating DFOS into Santa's sleigh could revolutionize his annual journey, making it safer, more efficient, and less stressful. As we look forward to another magical holiday time, let's embrace the power of technology to support Santa and his reindeer team. Let us also take time to ponder what technology can do to make 2025 the best year yet! 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐣𝐨𝐲𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞.

𝐂𝐒𝐈𝐑 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 Last week PositioNXT was an exhibitor at an exciting event at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) International Convention Centre. Titled "𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐃𝐈: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧" the event highlighted innovative mining modernization tools and solutions, people-centred approaches to technological change and human capital development programmes. It was a valuable time to be able to demonstrate one of the sensing capabilities of using fibre optic cable. The technology is called Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS) that can use strain, acoustic and thermal characteristics along the complete length of kilometres of cable. It was a meaningful time to connect with our mining connections and extend our network both to researchers, innovators, and potential users of our DFOS technologies. Andre Veldsman had the opportunity to discuss the advantages of Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS) for the mining community on a live broadcast with eNCA sharing the solution for mine security based on the current issue with Zama Zama miners in disused mines. 𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒅𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒌: https://lnkd.in/dP83J4mx Thank you for the team at PositioNXT for making our time at the event such a great success.  Many thanks to all who visited our stand and please stay connected with Andre Veldsman - aveldsman@positionxt.com. Our next webinar on 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 will be early February 2025 – 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒚 𝑻𝒖𝒏𝒆𝒅! 

𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 Winston Churchill once said, "The farther back you can look, the farther forward you are likely to see." By studying the past, we uncover valuable insights that shape future business performance. Historical data is not merely a record—it is a gateway to foresight. The mining industry has transformed significantly in recent years, adopting advanced technologies to enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS) is one such technology, offering unique advantages for mining operations. 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐭 DFOS enables detailed analysis of historical data, such as strain, temperature, and vibration metrics, helping engineers understand a mine’s geotechnical behavior over time. These insights are critical for assessing long-term structural stability, tailings dam safety, ventilation conditions, and conveyor health, thereby preventing catastrophic failures. 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭 DFOS provides real-time monitoring, delivering continuous data streams that facilitate immediate responses to environmental changes. This includes early detection of geotechnical hazards, water ingress, and equipment malfunctions, ensuring prompt action to mitigate risks to personnel and equipment. 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 By identifying patterns that precede failures, DFOS enables proactive maintenance and improved decision-making. Its predictive capabilities enhance safety, operational planning, and overall efficiency. 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝟏.𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲: DFOS offers early warnings of potential failures, safeguarding miners and mine structures. 𝟐.𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Real-time monitoring minimizes downtime through timely interventions, ensuring steady production. 𝟑.𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: By understanding local environments, operations can adapt to reduce impacts, meeting regulations, ESG goals, and community expectations. 𝟒.𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: DFOS systems are durable, low-maintenance, and capable of covering extensive areas, offering comprehensive and economical monitoring. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 Integrating DFOS into mining represents a significant step forward in resource management, environmental stewardship, and personnel safety. As the technology advances, its role in the industry's future is both promising and essential. We will host a dedicated mining webinar in February 2025. 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒏𝒔 𝒔𝒐𝒐𝒏—𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒖𝒏𝒆𝒅! 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬? Reach out to Andre Veldsman for more information.

 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐋𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐊𝐚𝐨'𝐬 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐐𝐮𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 Today, we honour the birth of a visionary electrical engineer for his groundbreaking work in fibre optics. Sir Charles K. Kao, known as the "𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬", was born on this day, and his legacy continues to connect our world in ways previously unimaginable. His pioneering research in the mid 1960’s proposed that ultra-pure glass fibres could carry light signals over long distances paved the way for the digital communications age, transforming the world of telecommunications and enabling high-speed, global connectivity. As we celebrate his birthday, let's reflect on his profound insights and the wisdom he imparted through his words. From acknowledging the importance of innovation to emphasizing that engineers need curiosity and perseverance as well as recognizing that fibre technology will be the future of communications and beyond! 

𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬, 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐚, 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒!!

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐲’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭: 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭’𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒 In the business of Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS), the phrase “the sky’s the limit” takes on a literal and figurative meaning. From aeronautical design to subsea cables, the incredible properties of light are revolutionizing how we monitor and manage complex systems.  Fibre optic cables and laser light are revolutionizing sensor data measurement techniques. 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲  Light, when used in DFOS, offers unparalleled precision and sensitivity. By sending light pulses through optical fibre, we can detect minute changes in temperature, strain, and vibration along the entire length of the fibre. This capability is crucial in aeronautical design, where structural integrity and safety are paramount. DFOS can monitor the stress on aircraft wings in real-time, ensuring that even the smallest anomalies are detected and corrected. 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞  The versatility of light makes DFOS applicable across a wide range of environments. In subsea cables, DFOS can monitor the integrity of the cables over vast distances, detecting potential issues such as physical damage or environmental changes. This is vital for maintaining the reliability of communication networks and power transmission systems that span the oceans.  It is also possible to monitor long overland pipelines and complex mine conveyor systems. 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠  One of the most remarkable properties of light is its ability to provide non-intrusive monitoring. Unlike traditional sensors that may require physical contact or invasive installation, DFOS uses light traveling through optical fibres, which can be embedded within structures or laid alongside existing infrastructure. This non-intrusive nature makes DFOS ideal for monitoring critical infrastructure without disrupting operations. Now with machine learning techniques, sophisticated 24/7 security systems can offer a proactive response to security incursions. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐭𝐬 To illustrate the amazing properties of light, consider the Northern Lights and a DFOS incident graph. Both phenomena showcase the beauty, physics and utility of light. The Northern Lights, with their vibrant displays, are a natural example of light’s interaction with the environment cause by sunspots. Similarly, a DFOS incident graph visualizes how light interacts with its surroundings to provides real-time situational data based on strain, temperature, or acoustics. 𝐀 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮… How do you imagine Fibre Optic Technology as the future of asset monitoring in your industry or your value chain? Share your thoughts and let’s explore the possibilities together!    Want to learn more?  Contact: Andre Veldsman 𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐝𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐧@𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐱𝐭.𝐜𝐨𝐦     

𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫!! 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑳𝒊𝒏𝒌: https://lnkd.in/dQFgjnCh Join us for the fifth webinar in our series on October 9th at 10:00 am on “𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒” hosted by Andre Veldsman, director of PositioNXT.  Andre has been working as a test and measurement specialist for more than 15 years, focusing on sensing technologies. This session will reveal the benefits of installing a long term pervasive Digital Nervous System for your pipelines. Presented in collaboration with SAIMM - The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.

𝐓𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐢𝐥 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐕𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 Oil pipeline vandalism poses significant risks to both the environment and the economy. As incidents of theft and sabotage increase, the need for robust security measures becomes more critical. Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS) technology offers a cutting-edge solution to enhance pipeline security.  𝟏. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥-𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 DFOS technology provides continuous, real-time monitoring of pipeline integrity. By detecting vibrations, temperature changes, and acoustic signals, it can identify potential threats such as unauthorized digging or tampering. This immediate detection allows for swift response, preventing damage and reducing the risk of spills and leaks. 𝟐. 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐬 One of the standout features of DFOS is its ability to pinpoint the exact location of a disturbance along the pipeline. This precision enables security teams to quickly address the issue, minimizing downtime and repair costs. Accurate localization also aids in the efficient deployment of resources, ensuring that the right areas are secured promptly. In today’s rapidly evolving energy sector, pipeline companies face increasing pressure to meet both stringent environmental legislation and demanding business goals with comprehensive asset security. One of the most promising technologies aiding in this endeavour is 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒). Join us for the fifth webinar in our series on October 9th at 10:00 am on “𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒” hosted by Andre Veldsman, director of PositioNXT.  Andre has been working as a test and measurement specialist for more than 15 years, focusing on sensing technologies. This session will reveal the benefits of installing a long term pervasive Digital Nervous System for your pipelines. Presented in collaboration with SAIMM - The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.     𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒏𝒐𝒘! https://lnkd.in/dQFgjnCh 

𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬: 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 In today’s evolving energy sector, pipeline companies face growing pressure to meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. These goals are crucial for sustainable business practices that minimize environmental impact and enhance community relations. One promising technology aiding this effort is Distributed Fibre Optic Sensing (DFOS). 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Pipeline operations, essential for transporting oil and gas, pose significant environmental risks. Leaks and spills can contaminate soil and water, harming ecosystems and communities. Methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas, further contribute to climate change. Addressing these issues is critical for reducing environmental impact and aligning with global sustainability standards. 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬: 𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 ESG goals encompass criteria like reducing carbon emissions, managing waste, and fostering community engagement. For pipeline companies, achieving these goals requires robust environmental management, transparency, and stakeholder trust. Investors, regulators, and the public increasingly scrutinize ESG performance, making it key to long-term success. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬 DFOS technology is transforming how pipeline companies monitor their infrastructure, offering several benefits: 𝟏.𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: DFOS identifies leaks quickly and accurately, enabling immediate response and mitigation, reducing environmental impact and cleanup costs.  𝟐.𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Continuous monitoring helps predict and prevent failures, improving operational reliability.  𝟑.𝐄𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: DFOS detects methane leaks, allowing prompt action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.  𝟒.𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Real-time data supports regulatory compliance and reporting, demonstrating a commitment to ESG standards. By enhancing leak detection, improving maintenance, and reducing emissions, DFOS strengthens a company’s ESG performance. Embracing this technology is not just a regulatory requirement but a strategic move towards a sustainable energy future. Join us for the fifth webinar in our series on October 9th at 10:00 am, titled “𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒” hosted by Andre Veldsman, director of PositioNXT. This event is presented in collaboration with SAIMM - The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy. 𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒏𝒐𝒘! https://lnkd.in/dQFgjnCh 

𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟓 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬  According to the United States Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), the primary causes of pipeline accidents include:     𝟏.𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: Significant in older pipelines, causing leaks and ruptures.   𝟐.𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞: Accidental damage from excavation activities. This includes damage from construction equipment and other digging activities.   𝟑.𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥/𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: Defects in pipeline materials or issues with welding can lead to structural failures.    𝟒.𝐄𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐮𝐫𝐞: Malfunctions in valves and pumps. 𝟓.𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬: Earthquakes, landslides, and floods can damage pipelines, leading to leaks and ruptures.      𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬   To mitigate these risks, the following measures are critical to improve safety and operational effectiveness:   𝟏.Enhanced Inspection and Maintenance  𝟐.Improved Excavation Practices  𝟑.Upgrading Pipeline Materials and Construction Standards      𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒)   DFOS technology enhances pipeline safety by using fibre optic cables to continuously monitor for temperature, strain, and acoustic changes. Leveraging AI and machine learning, DFOS offers several benefits:     𝟏.𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐋𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: using the light properties of a fibre optic cable offers several practical advantages over normal “limited” instrumentation.   𝟐.𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: DFOS can detect small leaks by sensing changes in temperature and acoustic signals along the pipeline.   𝟑.𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝-𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: DFOS can detect and alert operators to unauthorized excavation activities near pipelines, helping to prevent accidental damage.   𝟒.𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠: By monitoring strain and vibrations, DFOS can identify potential structural issues before they lead to failures.    Incorporating DFOS into pipeline monitoring systems can significantly enhance the ability to detect and respond to potential issues, thereby improving overall pipeline safety and reliability. Find out more at out upcoming free webinar.      𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞: https://lnkd.in/d5dKnPRB      Join us for the fifth webinar in our series on October 9th at 10:00 am on “𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐅𝐎𝐒” hosted by Andre Veldsman, director of PositioNXT.  Presented in collaboration with SAIMM - The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy.   𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒏𝒐𝒘! https://lnkd.in/dQFgjnCh