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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

Recent Line Freezes in Calgary, Alberta

May 22, 2026

Keeping Mechanical Systems Operational with Pacific Flow Control Pacific Flow Control has recently completed several line freezing projects in Calgary, Alberta, helping clients maintain operations without costly shutdowns. From commercial buildings to industrial systems, our team continues to support critical infrastructure by delivering safe, efficient, and non-intrusive solutions. What is Line Freezing? Line freezing, also known as pipe freezing, is

HDPE and PE Pipe Squeezing Services in Western Canada

February 6, 2026

Pacific Flow Control is excited to announce the addition of PE and HDPE pipe squeezing services to our website and service offering across Western Canada. This new service provides a safe and effective way to temporarily control flow in pressurized polyethylene pipelines without cutting, removing, or shutting down entire systems. Pipe squeezing is ideal for maintenance, emergency repairs, tie ins,

Recent Indoor Line Stop Project by Pacific Flow Control

November 1, 2024

At Pacific Flow Control, we’re committed to providing reliable solutions for efficient and non-disruptive pipeline maintenance. Recently, our team successfully completed a 12” indoor line stop project that highlights our expertise in managing pressurized systems without interrupting service. What is Line Stopping? Line stopping, also known as line plugging, is a method used to isolate sections of a piping system

Explore Our Recent Projects and Services at Pacific Flow Control

April 22, 2024

Hello everyone, It’s been a while since our last update, but we’ve been busy delivering exceptional results for our clients. Today, we’re excited to showcase some recent projects in hot tapping, line stopping, and valve inserts. Langley 8×4 Hot Tap Canmore 6″ Single Line Stop Maple Ridge 12” Mueller Insert on DI At Pacific Flow Control, we specialize in providing