Calibration Block |
Manufacture of a precision machined standard from project
specific material designed to replicate the weld bevel
profile and incorporate a series of controlled reflectors to
provide a base line for sizing. |
Transducer Array & Scanner Design |
Design and assembly of a series of focused transducers
onto a centerspine structure with an integral drive motor, wiring,
and instrumentation for mounting on the welded pipe. |
Band Setting |
Field installation of a scanner drive band at a prescribed
distance from the weld bevel to accommodate mounting
of the scanner. |
Scanning |
Complete circumferential inspection of the girth weld and
data collection via the ultrasonic instrumentation. |
Interpretation |
Real time review and interpretation of the inspection data
presented on the GUI by a certified AUT operator. |
Data Processing |
Disposition of weld data, labeling and digital file storage
with backup and hard copy reporting. |