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NDT Global - Acoustic Resonance Technology for Gas Pipeline Inspection
NDT Global has addressed the challenges traditionally associated with ultrasonic inspection of gas pipelines, which typically required a liquid medium for effective diagnostics. Leveraging Acoustic Resonance Technology (ART), the company offers a non-invasive examination method that utilizes wideband acoustic waveforms to evaluate the structural integrity of pipelines. ART works by emitting acoustic waves towards the pipe wall, creating standing compressional waves that the tool measures upon reflection. This provides a direct assessment of wall thickness, essential for identifying critical issues such as laminations, complex corrosion, and anomalies around girth welds. The technology aims to enhance accuracy where traditional magnetic inspection techniques may fall short. NDT Global's continuous innovation in ART technology aims to support gas pipeline operators by providing reliable data for maintaining safety and compliance standards.
NDT Global - IMU Pipeline Inspection, Inertial Measurement Unit
Inertial Measurement Units (IMU) are critical in situations where traditional GPS detection methods are unavailable, such as pipelines located beneath a seabed, requiring precise accuracy. These units measure and report specific force, angular rate, and sometimes orientation of objects or vehicles by combining multiple sensors. IMUs capture tool behavior through impressive data collection rates of 200 samples per second, leveraging high-end technologies like fiber optic gyroscopes and accelerometers to establish baseline measurements for dependable insights. They mitigate errors from Coriolis forces, electronic drift, random noises, and Abbe errors, ensuring small errors don't accumulate over long distances. Integrated into Inertial Navigation Systems (INS), IMUs enhance inline inspection tools, providing accurate data regarding feature locations within assets. This results in a detailed Inline Inspection Reference Database, essential for operators to identify, locate, size, and plan corrective actions for pipeline anomalies. NDT Global offers these advanced solutions to maintain pipeline integrity and ensure safe and profitable operations.
NDT Global - Subsea Isolation Valve
A valve that isolates a section of the subsea pipeline or riser in the event of an emergency, maintenance, or repair activities. It allows operators to stop the flow of hydrocarbons in case of a pipeline rupture, equipment malfunction, or other unforeseen circumstances.