UT SCAN® FEATURE UPDATE UT S CAN ® THE P IPELINE I NSPECTION S OLUTION
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he UT Scan® is a combination of hardware and software components, designed to streamline the pipeline AUT inspection process. The UT Scan® pipeline inspection solution is the industry leader in inspection hardware and software. Our hardware components comprise of state of the art hybrid phased array and conventional ultrasonic instrumentation. Combined with a complete software suite that facilitates full project management, our system can provide timely and cost effective solutions to any inspection process. The hardware component of UT Scan® consists of three main parts. These three parts are a flexible, robust, field deployable multi-channel and phased array ultrasonic scanner (UTR); and a dedicated computer with custom electronics and software (UTM); and a unique cable system to connect the two units (Umbilical). The software elements of the UT Scan® include a project and AUT technique setup wizard, complete with drawing functions for calibration blocks; in addition, it contains the UT Scan® operating software, extensive reporting functions, and GPS location data for each weld.
D ESIGNED FOR THE PIPELINE INSPECTION INDUSTRY , UT S CAN ® DELIVERS UNPRECEDENTED RELIABILITY AND ACCURACY , KEY ELEM ENTS ARE : •
UTR - the motorized scanner mounted ultrasonic remote
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UTM - the ultrasonic main control unit
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Umbilical - the equipment inter-connect cable
UTR The UTR is a custom-designed state of the art hybrid phased array and conventional ultrasonic instrument that can be attached to a steel pipe under test. It has its own drive system and intelligent electronics. This device directly contacts the pipe under test, driving itself around the pipe while controlling the pulsing/receiving of ultrasonic transducers (ultrasonic probes).
UTM The UTM is a ruggedized PC in a custom metal case with added peripheral components used in ultrasonic testing. Like any PC, the UTM has a monitor, keyboard, mouse, hard drive, ports, and a DVD/CD drive. The UTM is the operator station for the control and evaluation part of the testing process.
U MBI L I CA L The Umbilical Cable connects the UTR and UTM with a separation of up to 100m, completing the system and giving it the flexibility to be used in different environments.
A DVANCEMENT OF UT S CAN ® The UT Scan® provides the most advanced AUT in the ultrasonic NDT weld inspection and testing industry today. The UT Scan® is the only available AUT that is not susceptible to the production- hindering problems of radio frequency interference. UT probe designs with advanced capability are able to show better weld girth resolution. A unique approach using fully integrated data management process that records, manages, and archives the complete inspection procedure. Advanced electronics and rugged equipment designed to maximize reliability and performance. The UT Scan® simplifies a complex AUT inspection process while vastly maximizing reliability of results. The flexibility of system allows improved utilization between mainline, tie-ins and different wall thicknesses with no delays. The UT Scan® provides transparency and consistency of the weld testing procedure via unique automatic auditing functions accessible to both operators and clients. Designed, built and operated by a team with more than 60 years and 5000 miles of experience in the field of ultrasonic pipeline testing.
D ATA S ECURITY The UT Scan® electronically logs and monitors critical parameters to ensure accurate representation of conditions in the final reports.
Pulse width generation is done on the UTR to optimize transducer performance
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Quick connect umbilical
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Hi Low measurement attachment available
Pulse width can be adjusted per transducer to optimize transducer performance
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Full wave high-resolution data storage
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Original raw data is always maintained regardless of operator manipulation
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Automatic PDF generation of scans
Amplification of signal on UTR improves the overall signal to noise ratio
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Thickness measurements available
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No EMI concerns due to careful UTR RF cage and electronic design
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Built in alerts to warn operator when calibrations are required
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Built in automated reporting software
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Parameter changes require a new calibration to be submitted
Encoder validation check made each calibration
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Setup wizard automates and standardizes inspection plan creation
Automated linearity and phased array element checks
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Built in GPS logging
Removable umbilical to help reduce downtime
O VERVIEW The UT Scan® software silently logs scan and defect information to a database where it can be used for reporting. A secondary program called UT Report was designed to generate a number of reports to aid in summarizing and trending the results gathered. UT Report is used by operators and managers for quickly creating reports required by clients. BENEFITS INCLUDE: •
Instant inspection results
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Traceability
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Post-project review and storage
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Automated inspection reporting to eliminate human error
R EPORT T YPES D AILY W ELD I NSPEC TION R EPORT The Daily Weld Inspection report provides a summary of welds scanned and defects found for a particular day or shift. This report is typically submitted to the client on a daily basis.
R EPAIR L IST The Repair List generates a list of outstanding welds that require repair.
W ELD L OG The Weld Inspection Log provides summary data for an entire project. This document is typically submitted as part of the final data turn over to the client.
The Scan and Rejection Rate trending diagrams provide a useful tool to managers who would like to see scan productions rates and defect rejection rates for a time of interest.