Pumps and compressors are the heart of any process plant. Version 46 standards typically enforce higher reliability metrics, such as API 610 and API 617 compliance, with added Shell-specific requirements for vibration monitoring and mechanical seals to reduce unplanned downtime.
Impact: 22% more accurate prediction of remediation frequency, reducing unnecessary pigging operations. Shell Dep Version 46
Shell Dep Version 46 is a major leap forward. Upgrade as soon as your license agreement allows. Pumps and compressors are the heart of any process plant
, released in February 2022 , represents a comprehensive update to the Shell Design and Engineering Practices (DEPs) . This version serves as the mandatory technical foundation for the design, construction, and operation of Shell's global facilities, ranging from upstream oil and gas production to downstream chemical processing and refining. Overview of Shell DEPs Shell Dep Version 46 is a major leap forward
(short for Shell Depressurisation or, in broader internal contexts, Shell Deposition & Integrity Manager ) is a proprietary or highly specialized software tool used for modeling, analyzing, and ensuring the structural integrity of subsea and onshore pipeline systems. Version 46 represents a milestone release—packed with algorithmic refinements, new compliance modules, and enhanced predictive capabilities.
However, for the next 18–24 months, will be the gold standard for pipeline integrity management.