Integrated phased array UT solution
19/12/2019
Eddyfi Technologies has launched RMS PA, a powerful new corrosion mapping solution that delivers high-resolution imaging without compromising on speed. RMS PA is a complete system aimed at significantly improving data quality while reducing the inspection time for non-intrusive inspection (NII) of critical assets. This high-speed remote access phased array ultrasonic testing (UT) inspection solution is the result of the integration of flagship products from two brands, providing inspection companies and asset owners with a reliable tried and tested system that delivers optimal corrosion data.RMS PA integrates the robust field-proven RMS robotic scanning head, a product from the Silverwing brand that has been successfully deployed on various assets, such as pressure vessels, pipelines, storage tanks and other critical structures, in harsh environments, including oil & gas, offshore and mining. In this new configuration, it combines RMS with the cutting-edge portable M2M systems, Mantis™ and Gekko®.
The user interface of the Capture™ software driving the M2M instruments is developed to simplify the inspector’s workflow. Inspection set-up is fast and easy, with the RMS scanning heads being preconfigured within the system. Moreover, the RMS controls are embedded and function seamlessly with the software, streamlining the overall inspection. The detection capabilities include corrosion, erosion and microbial-induced corrosion (MIC) with quantifiable, detailed defect characterisation.
Stuart Kenny, General Manager of the Silverwing brand at Eddyfi Technologies, commented: “Adding phased array to the RMS brings major benefits to its users, with a scanning speed up to ten times faster than conventional systems at a 1 mm resolution. There is no longer a need to sacrifice resolution for productivity. In addition to phased array ultrasonics, having the ability to supplement NII campaigns with real-time total focusing method (TFM) imaging is a game changer within the industry. We are confident that the RMS PA will not only improve the data from NII inspections but will also reduce the inspection time and save money by shortening the timeline from inspection to report.”
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