TPi November 2016

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Cyberhawk completes UAV inspection for oil and gas supermajor

and petrochemical sites, such as flare stacks, cooling towers and piperack inspections. We have already been using UAVs to conduct external inspections on chimneys for more than five years, and the completion of this recent work scope has proven the feasibility of using drones internally. Completion of this project represents a major leap forward for drone technology and demonstrates the huge safety improvements on offer.” The project builds on Cyberhawk’s drone inspection service, which last year saw the team undertake the first internal inspection of a cargo oil tank on an operational FPSO, using a UAV. Projects this year have also added to the company’s internal inspection credentials, with the completion of internal steam boiler inspections, at operational thermal power stations, the inspection of oil storage tanks and inside large chemical plants. Cyberhawk operates in the utilities, oil and gas, renewables and rail sectors. In the oil and gas sector the company has completed more than 200 live flare inspections for companies including Shell, BP, Chevron, Total and Exxon, across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America and Asia. Cyberhawk Innovations Ltd – UK info@thecyberhawk.com www.thecyberhawk.com

of the chimney, andmeant that personnel were not required to physically enter the chimney to complete the inspection. This new internal chimney inspection solution complements the company’s existing external chimney stack inspection service, which involves using a drone to capture high definition images of the stack’s full external surface before creating a three dimensional model of the chimney. This then provides accurate sizing and positioning of defects along with the provision of high definition orthophotos of each elevation of the chimney, all delivered in Cyberhawk’s cloud-based asset management software, iHawk.

Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and drone inspection and survey company Cyberhawk Innovations has completed what is claimed to be the world’s first ever UAV internal industrial chimney inspection for one of the largest oil and gas supermajors. The project, which took place earlier this year, was completed over the course of two days at one of Europe’s largest and most complex refineries. Traditional internal industrial chimney inspections require personnel to climb inside dangerous and potentially chemically hazardous areas. Inspecting the chimney stack with Cyberhawk’s UAVs allowed for a quick and safe audit

Malcolm Connolly, technical director and founder of Cyberhawk, commented, “We have been working with this particular client for more than six years, and this project demonstrates continued confidence from one of the world’s oil and gas supermajors in our ability to deliver more complex and challenging projects. “Our portfolio includes a significant amount of work undertaken at refinery

Cyberhawk Innovations has completed a UAV internal industrial chimney inspection

Artel launches new website UK-based Artel Rubber Company, a manufacturer of tubing, hose and fittings, has announced the launch of its new website. The website has been designed to provide a user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing customers to access detailed product information and images. the full range of services. Increasing demand from both UK and international customers was the driving factor for the new website, but Artel Rubber is mindful of its local market.

connections with our customers however we can.”

Artel Rubber Company manufactures and fabricates silicone and rubber tubing and hose. The company offers a broad product line, and with the introduction of automotive performance tubing, hose and fitting products it is able to meet the demands of various applications.

The updated website also provides the opportunity to receive interactive feedback from consumers. “A modern site gives you so many invaluable ways to connect with your customers,” said Mr Lavin. “There’s really no excuse for organisations to be out of touch with the public in this day and age, and we’re committed to forging meaningful

The site has been designed using the latest technology so that it is compatible with modern browsers and mobile devices. The new website will enable customers to more easily access

Artel Rubber Company – UK sales@artelrubber.co.uk www.artelrubber.co.uk

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