Pipeline construction and maintenance bring unique water management challenges. From trench dewatering to stormwater runoff, these projects often generate large volumes of water contaminated with fine sediments, hydrocarbons, and other industrial residues. Meeting strict environmental discharge limits is essential to avoid fines, project delays, and reputational risk.

For large-scale pipeline projects across Canada and the United States, TigerFloc offers a proven, scalable solution for achieving compliance quickly and efficiently.

The Runoff Problem in Pipeline Construction

Pipeline sites, especially those spanning rural or remote areas, encounter diverse water contamination sources:

• Fine suspended solids from trenching, drilling, and grading
• Clay and silt that resist settling in traditional holding ponds
• Hydrocarbons from fuel storage, equipment leaks, and lubricants
• Paints, coatings, and sealants used in pipe preparation and maintenance

Heavy rain or snowmelt can quickly overwhelm unprepared sites, turning clean water discharge into a compliance issue.

How TigerFloc Supports Pipeline Projects

TigerFloc’s formulation — combining natural clay minerals for contaminant binding with silica-based coagulants for rapid particle clumping — is well-suited to mobile, high-throughput operations like pipeline work.

Key benefits for pipeline sites:

• Reduces turbidity from 500+ NTU to <10 NTU in minutes
• Brings particulates down from ~200 PPM to 10–15 PPM
• Treats both solids and hydrocarbons in a single process
• Scales from small pump-outs to millions of litres of treated water

Implementation on a Pipeline Project

1. Site Assessment – Identify runoff sources, holding capacity, and local discharge requirements.
2. Dosage Calibration – Determine grams of TigerFloc per litre based on contaminant profile.
3. Delivery Method – Use portable feeders, in-line dosing systems, or manual applications depending on site logistics.
4. Mixing – Incorporate via pumps or natural flow agitation to distribute evenly.
5. Verification – Test treated water before release to confirm compliance with regulatory standards.

Case Example: Large-Scale Pipeline Water Management

While client confidentiality prevents sharing names, TigerFloc has been successfully deployed on multi-hundred kilometre pipeline projects, treating millions of litres of runoff and trench water. In one project, crews were able to treat water to discharge standards within hours instead of days, significantly reducing holding costs and environmental risk.

Time & Cost Advantages

Method	Treatment Time	Infrastructure Required	Cost Efficiency
Conventional settling	Days to weeks	Large holding ponds	High
TigerFloc treatment	Hours to 1 day	Minimal footprint	Lower

Shorter treatment cycles free up crews, reduce rental or holding fees, and ensure compliance deadlines are met without emergency measures.

Environmental & Compliance Benefits

Pipeline projects often span multiple jurisdictions, each with its own water discharge limits. TigerFloc’s eco-friendly formulation helps operators:

• Meet local and federal turbidity/PPM requirements
• Avoid cross-contamination between sensitive environments
• Minimize risk of non-compliance penalties

FAQ: Pipeline Project Applications

Q: Can TigerFloc be used in remote areas without full infrastructure?
Yes. It can be applied manually or with portable dosing equipment, making it effective even in remote sites with limited resources.

Q: Does it work on oil sheen and fuel residues?
Yes. It treats hydrocarbons alongside solids, reducing the need for separate treatments.

Q: How quickly can it be deployed?
TigerFloc can be on-site and operational within hours, depending on shipping and site access.

A Reliable Solution for Pipeline Water Treatment

Whether you’re dealing with trench dewatering, stormwater runoff, or site reclamation, TigerFloc provides a fast, compliant, and environmentally safe method for clarifying water on pipeline projects. Its scalability and portability make it ideal for the dynamic demands of large-scale infrastructure work.

If your project needs proven water treatment results without the delays of traditional settling methods, contact our team to discuss a tailored plan for your pipeline operations.