Next-Generation Software Tools for Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT) of Pipeline Welds
Thinking Big, Inspecting Small: Eddyfi’s Expertise in Small-Diameter Stainless-Steel Welds
Inspecting Thin-Walled Stainless Steel Welds: Overcoming the Unique Challenges with Advanced PAUT Solutions
Next-Generation Software Tools for Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT) of Pipeline Welds
In the fast-paced world of pipeline construction, every weld counts. Pipeline Girth Weld (PGW) inspection must happen immediately after welding, ensuring each joint is flawless before the next section is laid. With the clock ticking and production moving swiftly, there’s no room for error. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) teams need more than just skill—they rely on fast and reliable equipment to ensure weld integrity in real time. The pressure is on, and precision is key. Recent advances in Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT) technology are transforming pipeline inspection, offering operators greater efficiency than ever before. WeldXprt™, the latest AUT software by Eddyfi Technologies, is designed to streamline the rapid inspection of pipeline girth welds both onshore and offshore. With a dedicated user interface, intuitive workflow, and innovative tools, WeldXprt ensures inspections are not only fast but also highly reliable, delivering unmatched efficiency at the critical point of installation.
Thinking Big, Inspecting Small: Eddyfi’s Expertise in Small-Diameter Stainless-Steel Welds
Inspection of small-bore stainless-steel welds is traditionally carried out mainly by radiographic testing (RT). However, there is an increasing drive to reduce the use of radiography across industries while improving detection and sizing capabilities. With the right combination of advanced phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) probes, instrumentation, and software, a highly successful and reliable inspection approach can be realized for these challenging components, while bringing additional benefits to site production, safety, and efficiency. Eddyfi Technologies’ advanced solution combines expertise in probe design and manufacturing with best-in-class instrumentation and software.
Inspecting Thin-Walled Stainless Steel Welds: Overcoming the Unique Challenges with Advanced PAUT Solutions
Inspecting thin-walled, small-diameter stainless steel pipes (NPS ½ to 4, schedule 40) is a common challenge across many industrial sectors. While Radiographic Testing (RT) has been traditionally used for these inspections, it has limitations in detecting planar defects—one of the most critical threats to weld integrity. Additionally, RT’s safety risks and operational disruptions caused by radiation exclusion zones have led industries to search for alternative techniques. For carbon steel, Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) has emerged as a superior alternative, offering a safer and more accurate solution. However, the unique acoustic properties of stainless steel, including high attenuation and noise, complicate the process when dealing with thin-walled pipes. These factors require a more tailored solution that addresses both the material’s properties and the geometrical challenges posed by small diameters and thin walls.
