The project will:

• Design and develop proof of concept
• Conduct a feasibility study after completion of design
• Develop a prototype design
• Conduct a field trial for product verification
• Produce a work procedure and report on the development of the equipment
• Conduct a full scale assessment prior to phase 2 and transfer to business as usual.

The aim of this project is to design and field trial a prototype piece of equipment that will facilitate the repair of a damaged gas main whilst maintaining the supply of gas through the pipe. The salient objectives are:

• Review relevant specifications and manufacturer information
• Produce a proof of concept and design study
• Produce a feasibility study based on proposed design
• Sarco to produce prototype product
• Propose of appropriate test programme to investigate performance
• Conduct field trial (location yet to be determined)
• Produce training material in support of field trial.
• Produce report detailing the findings of the field trial
• Evaluate the performance of the Stent Bag through field trial