TPT July 2024

TECHNOLOGY

New automated ultrasonic testing pipe weld scanner developed

This combination of onboard solutions can provide a live visual assessment to support the most precise and efficient defect detection and data acquisition. Ideal for pipeline girth weld inspection in the oil & gas industry as well as ID pipe weld inspection and welds in ferritic and non-ferritic tanks and vessels, Orbital is also suitable for use in the nuclear, power generation and aerospace industries. Orbital is a robust and dynamic scanner that is easy to set up with just one operator and provides an economical scanning solution for multiple applications.

single UT probe up to a maximum of twelve probes simultaneously (diameter dependent). Orbital can also transport a range of accessories to simplify site inspections, including an HD camera, GPS, thermal surface monitor and optional lighting. Orbital is also suitable for use in the nuclear, power generation and aerospace industries

PHOENIX Inspection Systems has launched a new automated ultrasonic testing (AUT) weld scanner at the World Conference on Non-Destructive Testing. Orbital is an efficient solution that can inspect ID and OD pipe welds through to flat for tanks and vessels of any material; hold up to twelve UT probes; and directly mount any compatible OEM onboard acquisition unit, offering versatility in one inspection solution. The powerful scanner comprises an automated carriage with tracks that can adhere to any inspection surface via fully enveloping tension, magnets or vacuum in any orientation. The incorporated probe pan is configurable to your inspection requirement and capable of holding a

Phoenix Inspection Systems www.phoenixisl.com

High speed tube straightening machine from Bültmann is fully automatic

Consistent process optimisation was required, which was implemented through the targeted use of IBA analyser technology. In addition to the high product quality, the advantage for the customer lies in the elimination of two older machines and the associated logistics and labour costs.

size range Ø15 to 60mm with lengths of up to 7.5m. In addition to the straightness <0.1mm/m, the challenge with this application was the extremely high throughput rates and very short cycle times <3.0s. This requirement could be met with straightening speeds of up to 180m/ min in conjunction with reduced non productive times.

THE B ltmann 10-roll tube straightening machine technology has proven successful over a number of years. This has recently resulted in a new 10-roll tube straightening machine, type RRM 10/060, being successfully accepted by a Japanese customer as part of a fully automatic straightening line including coil feeding, separation and discharge. The equipment processes seamless steel tubes in the

Bültmann GmbH www.bueltmann.com

A new 10-roll tube straightening machine, type RRM 10/060, was recently accepted by a Japanese customer

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