TPT May 2019

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Eddyfi acquires NDT robotics specialist NON-DESTRUCTIVE testing technology specialist Eddyfi Technologies has confirmed the acquisition of Inuktun, a developer and manufacturer of remotely operated crawlers and camera systems. Headquartered in Nanaimo, in the Canadian province British Columbia, Inuktun offers robotic systems that bridge the gap between NDT inspectors and the physical world, helping customers go beyond physical inspection limitations. Inuktun also has locations in Houston, Texas, USA, and partners in Aberdeen, UK, and Perth, Australia.

products, together with their expertise and the standards they established in the industry, further complement our company. We are making a significant bet that the combination of Inuktun robots with our sensors and instruments will meet the increasing needs from asset owners. Customers can now select from a range of standard Inuktun crawlers, cameras and controllers to create their own off-the-shelf, yet customised, solutions.” The transaction officially moves Inuktun within the Eddyfi Technologies group. Sales and service for Inuktun systems, training, product rentals, equipment calibration and repair, as well as support services, will now be provided by the enlarged Eddyfi Technologies team. All Inuktun staff join Eddyfi Technologies, with staff in the USA relocating to Eddyfi’s offices in Houston, Texas. Eddyfi Technologies – Canada Fax: +1 418 780 2354 Website: www.eddyfitechnologies.com

Inuktun’s Versatrax 150 pipe inspection crawler

Colin Dobell, president and chief executive officer at Inuktun Services Ltd, said, “For several years now, we’ve been looking to partner with NDT companies that can help advance the capabilities of our products. This transaction links us with one of the best. Our systems and technology are suitable to many of Eddyfi Technologies’ current customers, and the combination of the two companies will strengthen our position as an industry leader and

allow us to offer truly unique solutions by combining some of the industry’s best NDT products with our mobile robotic solutions.” The strategic acquisition by Eddyfi Technologies benefits the company’s technology portfolio, enlarges its customer base, and broadens the possibilities for synergies and product development, while adding NDT inspection experts to the group. Martin Thériault, Eddyfi Technologies president and CEO, said, “We are very happy to welcome Colin and the innovative people of Inuktun to Eddyfi Technologies. Their high-quality

Inuktun – USA Fax: +1 250 729 8077 Email: sales@inuktun.com Website: www.inuktun.com

TMK opens external coating facility in Nor th America

and boost line pipe sales in the North American market. “With the new facility, TMK IPSCO’s products will become more reliable and more cost- efficient for consumers,” commented Vyacheslav Popkov, TMK’s senior vice president, manufacturing. “Its strategic location and premium tubular products, now available with special coating, provide our American division with a strong competitive edge which enables further growth.” The 360,000-tonne Wilder pipe facility is strategically situated in Kentucky near the natural gas deposits of the Marcellus Shale formation.

TMK, a producer of tubular products for the oil and gas industry, has opened a new external coating facility at TMK IPSCO’s Wilder facility in North America. The 250,000 tonnes of annual coating capacity for pipes up to 609.6mm (24") in diameter is available in fusion bonded epoxy (FBE), abrasion-resistant overcoat (ARO) and speciality coating. Coating protects line pipe against corrosion, mechanical damage and weathering. The facility is certified to industry standards, including CSA Z245.20 (Canadian national standards – the most rigorous in North America), NACE SP0394 and AWWA C213, as well as end users’ specific standards. The launch will expand IPSCO’s line-up of high value-added products

TMK – Russia Email: tmk@tmk-group.com Website: www.tmk-group.com

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