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Measure Twice, Cut Once: Successful 30″ x 12″ Hot Tap on a Carbon Steel Feedermain

July 31, 2026

Pacific Flow Control recently completed a 30″ x 12″ hot tap on a carbon steel feedermain, including the installation of the tapping sleeve and valve, pressure testing, and the hot tap itself. The project was completed safely and efficiently without interrupting service, demonstrating the value of careful planning and experienced execution. In live pipeline work, success begins long before the

A Month of No-Valve Hot Taps: This One Was Particularly Impressive

June 26, 2026

Over the past month, Pacific Flow Control has completed several no-valve hot tap projects across Western Canada. Among them, one of the most notable was a 36×30 inch no-valve hot tap performed on a Prestressed Concrete Cylinder Pipe (PCCP) domestic water transmission main in Kelowna, British Columbia. Projects of this scale showcase the advantages of modern live pipeline intervention techniques.

24×16 PCCP Hot Tap by Flow Control Group

June 18, 2026

Maintaining reliable water service while upgrading aging infrastructure is an ongoing challenge for municipalities and utility operators. A recent 24×16-inch hot tap completed by the Flow Control Grroup team demonstrates how live pipeline intervention techniques can be used to modify critical transmission infrastructure without interrupting service. Large-diameter PCCP transmission mains form the backbone of many municipal water systems throughout North

The Flow Control Group of Companies Completes 42-Inch Wall Tap Through 15-Inch Thick Reservoir Wall

March 27, 2026

We recently completed a 42-inch wall tap through a 15-inch thick reinforced concrete reservoir wall in Ontario, Canada. Projects like this demonstrate how specialized pipeline and infrastructure services allow municipalities and utilities to safely modify critical systems while maintaining operational continuity throughout their communities. Reservoir wall taps are highly specialized operations that require precise planning, engineered fittings and equipment, and experienced technicians.

Preserving History While Protecting Infrastructure: Pacific Flow Control Completes Complex Double 30″ Line Stop on Vancouver Island PCCP Sewer Main

July 23, 2025

Pacific Flow Control Ltd recently completed a highly technical and environmentally sensitive double 30-inch (750mm) line stop on Hyprescon AWWA C301L concrete cylinder pipe (PCCP)—a critical sanitary sewer force main serving multiple communities on Vancouver Island. In addition to this dual isolation, our team also performed two 30×16 (750x400mm) hot taps to establish a high-capacity bypass system—keeping the main live and fully pressurized throughout construction, with zero flow

Pacific Flow Control Ltd. Successfully Completes Double 36” Line Stop in Surrey, BC

December 23, 2024

At Pacific Flow Control, we specialize in keeping critical infrastructure operational, even during maintenance or upgrades. Recently, we completed a challenging and highly technical project: a double 36” (900mm) line stop on a transmission water main in Surrey, BC, part of the Greater Vancouver Area. This project showcases our expertise in maintaining essential services while enabling critical repairs or modifications.

Live PCCP Repairs, Maintenance and Upgrades with Pacific Flow Control

September 25, 2024

Access to clean, safe water is essential, and keeping water distribution systems in top shape is more important than ever. When water lines serving critical facilities like hospitals or airports need repairs or develop leaks, shutting them down can be costly and disruptive. Pacific Flow Control provides advanced solutions like hot tapping and line stopping to repair leaks and maintain

How Much Water Have You Saved This Year with Pacific Flow Control?

July 12, 2024

At Pacific Flow Control, we’re dedicated to helping you save water and protect the environment with our advanced infrastructure services. Ever wondered exactly how many gallons we saved this year using our services like Hot Tapping, Line Stopping, Line Freezing and Valve Insertion?  Well, we were able to calculate it, and you won’t believe the answer! We crunched the numbers,