Typical uninsulated heat losses identified in oil & gas facilities — recoverable through targeted insulation upgrades.
Average payback period for insulation improvements identified through comprehensive heat loss auditing.
Combined infrared thermography and contact measurement methodology for accurate heat loss quantification.
Oil & Gas
Heat Loss Audit
Oil and gas facilities operate under extreme conditions with high-temperature pipelines, storage tanks, and process vessels — all critical sources of heat loss. Our specialised heat loss audits for the oil & gas sector use advanced infrared and drone-based thermography to identify where your facility is losing thermal energy, delivering a clear roadmap to cut costs, improve insulation, and reduce emissions.
The Heat Loss Challenges
Facing Oil & Gas
From exposed pipelines to storage tanks and process vessels, every thermal asset holds untapped savings potential.
Pipeline Heat Loss
Kilometres of uninsulated or degraded pipeline insulation result in massive thermal losses, increased pumping costs, and potential flow assurance issues in cold climates.
Storage Tank Losses
Large surface areas on storage tanks and vessels radiate significant heat. Insulation degradation, weather damage, and poor maintenance compound losses over time.
Safety & Touch Temperature
Hot surfaces on pipework and equipment pose burn risks to personnel. Maintaining safe touch temperatures is a regulatory requirement and critical safety concern.
Emissions & Compliance
Wasted heat means wasted fuel and increased CO₂ emissions. Regulatory pressure and corporate sustainability targets demand measurable reductions.
Our 4-Stage
Methodology
A structured approach tailored to oil & gas environments, combining drone thermography with on-site assessment.
Comprehensive Heat Loss Audit
Thorough evaluation of your facility combining advanced infrared thermography, environmental data logging, and hands-on on-site inspections to pinpoint every source of thermal loss.
Our engineers deploy drone-based infrared thermography for elevated or hard-to-reach assets such as rooftops, flue stacks, and overhead pipework, while ground-level inspections use calibrated IR cameras to capture surface emissivity variations. The resulting thermal profile is cross-referenced with ambient temperature, wind speed, and process data to quantify real-world heat dissipation rates.
Detailed Reporting & Analysis
Comprehensive deliverables including annotated thermal images, calibrated heat maps, and quantitative data that clearly highlight priority areas of concern.
Each report includes high-resolution thermograms with temperature gradients, a ranked deficiency register prioritised by energy impact, and projected annual savings in both kWh and cost. Where applicable, we benchmark your facility against industry norms so you can measure performance relative to best practice.
Insulation & Mitigation Solutions
Tailored engineering recommendations covering insulation thickness calculations, material selection, and installation techniques suited to your operating environment.
We specify insulation systems based on operating temperature, pipe diameter, and ambient conditions, selecting from mineral wool, calcium silicate, cellular glass, and flexible elastomeric foams. Every recommendation addresses condensation prevention, safe-to-touch surface temperatures, and corrosion under insulation (CUI) risk, supported by a full cost-benefit analysis that includes projected CO₂ reduction and payback period.
Partnership with AAI Drones
Strategic partnership with AAI Drones delivering drone-based infrared thermography that safely surveys hard-to-reach, elevated, or hazardous areas without scaffolding or shutdowns.
Drone surveys eliminate the need for costly access equipment and reduce on-site safety risk, while covering large roof areas, storage tanks, and elevated pipework in a fraction of the time of conventional methods. High-resolution radiometric sensors capture pixel-level temperature data, enabling our engineers to detect insulation voids, moisture ingress, and thermal bridging with pinpoint accuracy.
What You
Receive
Actionable intelligence, not just a report — everything you need to make investment decisions.
Thermal Survey Report
Comprehensive infrared thermographic survey of all pipelines, vessels, and tanks with annotated thermal images and heat maps.
Heat Loss Quantification
Precise calculation of heat loss rates (W/m²) across all surveyed assets with comparison to industry benchmarks.
Insulation Improvement Plan
Specific recommendations for insulation upgrades including optimal thickness, materials, and installation specifications.
Touch Temperature Assessment
Identification of all surfaces exceeding safe touch temperature limits with prioritised remediation recommendations.
Carbon Reduction Roadmap
Phased plan showing CO₂ reduction trajectory from insulation improvements aligned with Net Zero targets.
ROI & Investment Case
Board-ready financial analysis with NPV, IRR, and payback calculations for each recommended insulation measure.
Proven Results
in Oil & Gas
Based on completed heat loss audits across refineries, terminals, and processing facilities.
Oil & Gas
Audit Questions
Common questions from oil & gas operators about our heat loss audit service.
Ready to Reduce
Heat Loss?
Our oil & gas sector specialists are ready to identify thermal savings across your facility.
- Advanced infrared & drone-based thermography
- Oil & Gas-specific thermal benchmarking
- Detailed insulation & CO₂ impact report