TPT March 2018

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Sonatest in new initiative with Phoenix ISL SONATEST has announced an initiative with Phoenix Inspection Systems, which has taken delivery of a veo+ phased array flaw detector. Phoenix will be able to demonstrate the compatibility of its dynamic range of ultrasonic scanners interfacing fluently with the veo+ to produce high resolution volumetric scans and record precise data sets. Ian Moore, business development manager at Phoenix ISL, added, “We are very pleased to further cement our long-term relationship with Sonatest. Having a veo+ permanently at our disposal allows us the flexibility to perform product demonstrations and pipe weld inspection. Sonatest offers products based on conventional UT testing as well as phased array devices. Phoenix Inspection Systems specialises in the design and manufacture of ultrasonic non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions for sectors including energy, aerospace, process industries and rail.

anytime at our UK head office or on-site at worldwide exhibitions to illustrate the synergy between the veo+ flaw detector and Phoenix scanners.” The veo+ retains the best features of the established veo line, and paired with the dynamic Phoenix scanners forms a powerful combination that offers a range of solutions for technicians across industries such as oil and gas, energy

Sonatest – UK Email: sales@sonatest.com Website: www.sonatest.com

Commenting on the announcement, Sonatest regional sales manager Matthew Davison said, “Connecting the Sonatest veo+ with the impressive Phoenix product range will show what great results can be achieved by two forward-thinking, solution-focused companies.”

Phoenix Inspection Systems Ltd – UK Fax: +44 1925 838788

Email: sales@phoenixisl.com Website: www.phoenixisl.com

Saddle socket fusion machine PRISM Up 90 is a PP-R saddle socket fusion machine, designed to weld special PP-R joints such as collectors and reduced branches. carriage jaws are designed to mount a driller with hole saw and fitting. The welding machine makes a perfect centring of drilling and socket weld, as well as the perfect alignment between pipe and fitting. The saddle sockets installed on a manual socket welder heat up the pipe and fitting surfaces. After the heating phase, the fitting is The machine is composed of two assembly parts: a main jaws bracket and a frame with fitting carriage jaws. The main jaws bracket is light, for easy fixing on the main pipe. The fitting

pushed inside the pipe by a screw system that ensures alignment. The working range for main pipe is Ø 40 to 250mm (or up to 630mm on request); and 20 to 90mm for branch pipe.

Ritmo SpA – Italy Email: info@ritmo.it Website: www.ritmo.it

Prisma Up 90 from Ritmo

Fives expands tube and pipe machinery range FIVES, a global industrial engineering group, has acquired the intellectual property and know-how of Imec Engineering’s Tube and Pipe division. The acquired portfolio covers the technological expertise in four segments of Imec Engineering: polishing, finishing, packaging and handling in the steel and energy sectors. It will complement the Fives offer, which covers engineering, manufacturing, supply and installation of custom-engineered machines under the historical names of Abbey, Bronx, OTO and Taylor-Wilson to process seamless and welded tube and pipe products. The purchase of the IP and know- how is a key step in enlarging Fives’ offer in stainless steel machinery and strengthening its global offer for the mechanical, structural and automotive tubing markets. Stefano Olcese, head of the tube and pipe business line of Fives, commented, “The acquisition will enable us to provide complete customised solutions to tube manufacturers world- wide and cement our position as a supplier of choice from start to finishing.” Fives Group – France Website: www.fivesgroup.com

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