APEX AGM — Advanced Above Ground Marker
Revolutionizing Remote Pig Tracking and Pipeline Monitoring.
The APEX Above Ground Marker (AGM) is the original Above Ground Marker with thousands of successful deployments. The APEX is designed for oil and gas pipeline operators, integrity management professionals, and field technicians who require accurate and reliable pig tracking. Discover more insights in our Frequently Asked Smart Pigging Questions.
With real-time connectivity through LTE and an optional Iridium satellite modem, the APEX AGM allows users to track pigs from any location, ensuring continuous data flow even in the most remote regions. Equipped with sophisticated signal processing and GPS-based timing, the APEX AGM detects and timestamps pigs with unrivalled accuracy. Whether it’s monitoring from the field or the safety of an office, APEX AGM provides insight into pipeline operations, reducing false positives and enabling efficient pig tracking.
Product Features
Real-Time Pipeline Tracking
The APEX AGM connects via LTE and optional Iridium satellite, providing real-time pig tracking and data transfer from any location. This dual-connectivity design ensures that technicians can monitor pig runs live — even in regions without cellular coverage. In the event of poor reception, data is cached locally and synchronized automatically when a connection is re-established. By combining field-ready hardware with global network access, APEX keeps teams informed and pipelines safe around the clock.
Accurate Location and Synchronization
Each APEX AGM unit includes GPS-based pulse-per-second synchronization, enabling precise timestamping of every pig passage. This accuracy allows engineers to correlate pig movement with recorded sensor data, improving the reliability of integrity assessments and run verification.
Reliable Pig Tracking Under Any Conditions
Using both magnetic field and low-frequency electromagnetic detection, APEX identifies pigs with superior accuracy — even through heavy wall thickness or challenging soil conditions. Its robust signal processing algorithm minimizes false readings from background noise or interference. Whether deployed along transmission lines, gathering systems, or refined product pipelines, APEX maintains dependable detection performance that helps operators verify pig passage with certainty.
Fewer False Positives, Cleaner Data
A built-in machine learning engine continuously analyzes incoming data to distinguish true pig passages from environmental interference. This intelligent filtering reduces false positives caused by nearby electrical systems, magnetic sources, or passing vehicles. The result is cleaner datasets, fewer manual reviews, and more consistent pipeline reporting. Over time, the algorithm learns from user-confirmed events, improving accuracy with every deployment.
Complete Pipeline Visibility
The APEX AGM pairs seamlessly with PigView software, creating an integrated platform for pipeline integrity management. Through PigView Web, users can view all above-ground markers in a single dashboard, track real-time pig positions, and review historical data for any run. This integration streamlines workflows across field and office teams, eliminating data silos and improving traceability throughout every phase of the pigging operation. Learn more about PigView software for pig tracking.
Multi-Device Management with PigView Web
Through seamless integration with PigView Web, PigView Desktop operators can view, configure, and control multiple APEX Above Ground Markers from a single online dashboard. Data from each unit can be downloaded, reviewed, or synchronized across the entire network in seconds. This centralized control streamlines large-scale pig tracking operations, saving time and ensuring all field devices remain up to date and operational.
Smarter Field Access
With PigView Mobile, field technicians can connect to APEX units via Bluetooth to set up, configure, or download data on-site using a smartphone or tablet. This mobile functionality provides unmatched flexibility for technicians working in remote or harsh environments — keeping pig tracking solutions connected and accessible wherever work takes place.
Versatility in the Field
The APEX AGM combines a handheld receiver and remote tracking in a single unit. With the optional handle accessory, field technicians can easily locate pigs in launchers, receivers, or find a stuck pig — enhancing mobility and versatility on the job.
Together, APEX AGM and PigView software form a complete solution for inline pigging and pipeline integrity management — combining advanced sensors, real-time communications, and cloud-based analytics. From field technicians to integrity engineers, every team member gains instant access to accurate, actionable data that improves efficiency, reduces downtime, and keeps pipelines running safely and efficiently.
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Product Specifications
Battery Life
144 hours – Active Mode;
400 hours – Low Power;
Depends on Temperature, Cell Coverage and Electromagnetic Conditions
Batteries
6 x D Cell Alkaline and External Power
Internal Storage
Micro SD Card, 16 GB standard
Devices Detected
All EM frequencies, magnets plus Geophone sound, 22 Hz and 10-30 Hz
Internal GPS
3 m accuracy
Temperature Range
-40°C to +85 °C
Geophone
External Connector and Internal Amplifier
Communications
Cellular LTE, Iridium Satellite , Bluetooth
User Interface
Web Based Software, Android Application
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APEX AGM Above Ground Marker FAQs
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The APEX Above Ground Marker (AGM) combines LTE, satellite, and GPS connectivity with machine learning filters to deliver unmatched accuracy and reliability. It’s designed for continuous operation in remote environments where other systems lose signal.
Yes. The APEX Above Ground Marker (AGM) integrates with PigView Web and PigView Mobile, allowing real-time monitoring, configuration, and data access from anywhere — whether you’re in the office or in the field.
By providing precise pig passage detection, synchronized GPS timing, and automatic data logging, the APEX Above Ground Marker (AGM) helps operators verify runs, detect anomalies, and make informed maintenance decisions faster.