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STATS Group has introduced the SureTap Plug, a dual seal completion plug designed for Double Block and Bleed (DBB) isolation in hot tapping and line stopping. This innovative plug features two independent compression seals with a testable intermediate annulus, allowing operators to verify seal integrity and validate plug positioning before removing temporary valves.

It addresses vulnerabilities in conventional completion plugs, which rely on a single O-ring seal that cannot be tested under modern DBB safety criteria. The SureTap Plug improves sealing performance and is suitable for sizes ranging from 6" to 56", meeting IMCA requirements for subsea diver safety.

It is effective for hydrocarbons, hydrogen, and high-pressure liquid CO₂ piping systems. The plug's design includes multiple mechanical fail-safes and a reduced diameter for easier deployment, offering significant operational benefits and a minimum 25-year design life.