TPi November 2015

products & developments

Pneumatic welding machine for crossover fittings

Ritmo SpA is an Italian company with 35 years of experience in the manufacturing of plastic welding machines and equipment. The company’s S02 workshop welding machine is able to thermo-mould PP-R fittings for civil and industrial purposes. The special pieces are called ‘crossover fittings’ since they are shaped to overtake an existing pipeline. They have a range of diameters from 20 to 32mm. The S02 features a cutting station able to prepare the working pipes to the required size.

Ritmo’s S02

is able to realise up to ten special fittings.

bending station. The bending station is composed of two working units, which are independent and configurable with different working diameters to ensure flexibility and productivity. For every work cycle, the S02

Ritmo SpA – Italy info@ritmo.it www.ritmo.it

After the cut, the segments are heated, in order to be bent in a special

New motorised weld inspection scanner Phoenix Inspection Systems has launched SAW Bug (Single Axis Weld scanner), a motorised magnetic- wheeled buggy for the inspection of circumferential welds on carbon steel pipelines and vessels. SAW Bug incorporates many of the features of the Phoenix dual axis MagScan, with the package streamlined for a lower price point to enable cost-effective automated inspections in a simple, user-friendly kit. The four-wheel drive system delivers constant speed, whether ascending or descending the inspection surface, and the powerful magnetic buggy has excellent grip and performance that can overcome small obstructions, providing the operator with accurate data.

A standard SAW Bug holds four probes – typically two phased array and two TOFD – but can accommodate up to six ultrasonic probes in a compact design, making it adaptable for the inspection of a wide range of welds from 4" pipes up to large vessels. Andrew Brewis, sales manager at Phoenix Inspection Systems, said, “SAW Bug is a great new addition to the Phoenix range of scanners. It is compatible with industry standard instrumentation, providing inspection engineers with a ‘no-fuss’, low cost weld inspection product.” Phoenix specialises in the design and manufacture of ultrasonic non- destructive testing (NDT) solutions for sectors including energy, aerospace, process industries and rail. Established for over 30 years, the company offers a wide range of standard NDT products, and provides custom- made solutions to clients worldwide. Phoenix Inspection Systems Ltd – UK sales@phoenixisl.com www.phoenixisl.com

The SAW Bug from Phoenix Inspection Systems

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