manual and motorized scanners

Manual and Motorized Scanners

TOFD Scanners

Caliper

A pocket-sized, manual A-frame with a waterproof wheel encoder, ideal for basic TOFD inspections.
  • Holds one pair of TOFD probes
  • Single axis B or D scans
  • Inspects 2” pipes up to flat
  • Simple to use
  • Waterproof encoder
  • No tools required
  • Provides low-cost TOFD inspection capability

Duo

Economical yet packed full of features, Duo is a robust operator-friendly TOFD scanner for reliable on-site pipe weld inspections.

  • Fast tool-free adjustments
  • Magnetic wheels provide adhesion and tracking capabilities
  • Low-cost option without wheels available
  • High-resolution waterproof wheel encoder
  • Graduated scale provides accurate probe positioning whilst maintaining alignment
  • Range: 2”OD up to flat

Swift

A lightweight magnetic wheeled scanner for controlled and accurate TOFD inspection.

  • Holds one pair of TOFD probes with spring loaded suspension
  • Single axis inspection
  • Option of pivoting wheel units to enable both B and D scans
  • Inspects 3” pipes up to flat on magnetic material
  • Incorporates a brake to lock the scanner at a fixed location

Phased Array Scanners

C-Clamp Encoder

A versatile, simple to attach, waterproof encoding accessory with a spring loaded wheel.

  • Holds one probe
  • Low-cost and easy to use
  • For a wide range of single axis linear and sectorial phased array inspections on any material type
  • Encoder can be rotated 90° for different inspection needs
  • Attach to any probe or wedge up to 55mm wide

Bracelet

A low-profile scanner for weld inspection on small bore pipes available in both single and dual- sided configurations.

  • Holds one or two probes
  • Clamps around pipe to attach to any material type
  • Single-sided configuration for phased array inspection
  • Dual-sided configuration for phased array or TOFD inspections
  • Inspects pipes from 0.5” to 6”

NozzleScan

NozzleScan is a versatile, low-profile manual scanning solution developed for the inspection of nozzle welds in both set-through and set-on configurations, with the option of a motorised version for automated inspection. Available in both two-axis and three-axis instrument configurations and adaptable to cover a wide range of 90 degree nozzle sizes, from 3” upwards, on ferritic and austenitic materials.

Weld Inspection-Multiple TOFD/Phased Array

MultiMag

A highly versatile manual scanner with an angular adjustable frame for multiple inspection configurations.

  • Holds up to four probess
  • Phased array, TOFD or pulse-echo techniques separately or combined
  • Inspects circumferential pipe welds from 3” up to flat on magnetic material
  • Highly customisable

MagMan

A widely popular robust manual scanner for multiple probe inspections of both circumferential and longitudinal pipe welds.

  • Holds up to twelve probes
  • Phased array, TOFD and pulse-echo techniques separately or combined
  • Inspects pipe welds from 2” (circumferential) and 9” (longitudinal) up to flat on magnetic material
  • Waterproof wheel encoder

SAW Bug

A powerful 4WD motorised, magnetic wheeled buggy for single direction inspection of circumferential pipe and vessel welds at constant speed.

  • Holds up to six probes
  • Phased array and TOFD techniques separately or combined
  • Inspects circumferential pipe welds from 4” up to flat on magnetic material
  • Low cost automated inspections

LYNCS

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LYNCS is an advanced modular ultrasonic inspection scanner that has been designed by experts to provide Phased Array (PAUT) corrosion mapping and PAUT/TOFD weld integrity assessment. It is the first truly versatile system that allows users to interchange between weld inspection and advanced corrosion mapping in less than 1 minute. Onboard scanner controls bring one-person operation with seamless integration to the Gekko and Mantis instruments. In weld inspection mode operators, can start and stop a scan. In corrosion mapping mode, operators can increment or stitch data together without touching the PAUT instrument.

C-Scan Inspection

Tracer

Versatile, portable freehand X-Y mapping system without the constraints of a scanning frame.

  • Easy to assemble in any position
  • Works with any two axis instrument
  • Outputs accurate positional data for up to 2m x 2m scan area
  • Use with linear array probes for fast, accurate inspections
  • Wire encoders include magnetic, vacuum and clamping mounts

Mapman

Dual axis encoded manual X-Y scanner for inspecting larger pipework and vessels.

  • Inspects ferritic pipes from 4” up to flat, with belt option available for other materials
  • Scan width of up to 550mm with fixed increment positions for rapid change between scan lines
  • Rubber wheels with switchable magnets provide smooth motion
  • Brake can be locked to maintain position when released

Swipe

Dual axis encoded manual X-Y scanner for inspecting flat or curved components.

  • Automatic brakes on both axes maintain position when scanner is released
  • Scan widths of 400mm and 600mm available with interchangeable arms
  • Available with magnetic and non-magnetic wheel sets
  • Holders available for a wide range of probes

Wrapt

A flexible ultrasonic phased array tool that can be wrapped around a curved geometry.

  • Inspects along curved composite and laminate components
  • Adapts to scan concave or convex surfaces and parts with changing curvature
  • Features a flexible phased array transducer with a rubber housing and single axis encoder

Sp-Arc

A unique phased array scanner for corrosion mapping on small bore pipes.

  • Curved phased array probe submerged in a water box
  • Moves longitudinally along unlimited lengths of straight ferritic pipes from 1” to 4”
  • Up to 120° coverage (1” – 2”)
  • Immersion quality data provides excellent near surface resolution

R-Evolution

Ultrasonic phased array roller probe in a water filled tyre with an ergonomic single axis buggy.

  • Interchangeable roller probes available from 1MHz to 10MHz
  • Compact design weighs only 1kg to minimise operator fatigue
  • Two guidance lasers for accurate alignment of scans
  • Self-aligns to curved surfaces
  • Array normalisation is easy with external angle fine-tuning key

Corrosion Under Pipe Supports (CUPS)

The Multi-Skip or M-Skip scanner offers an ultrasonic solution for corrosion detection of typically difficult to access areas of pipelines; around obstructions such as pipe supports, clamps and saddles. M-Skip is an ultrasonic ‘transmit-receive’ method that locates probes either side of an obstruction. Comprising of interlocking belt sections that can be adjusted according to pipe diameter (6” up to 48” OD). Separation bars ensure accurate and consistent probe and wedge placement around obstructions at distances of up to 1m (3.28ft). The M-Skip scanner can reduce inspection times and associated costs by eliminating the need to remove clamps or lifting a pipe off its support to scan the inaccessible area.

Accessories

PreAmplifier

For TOFD inspections, when using long probe leads and additional gain is required to enhance weak signals.

  • 40dB Gain
  • Ultra-low noise
  • Wide signal bandwidth
  • Low power – single 9V PP3 battery or external 5-12 VDC
  • Available as TOFD 1, 2 or 4 channel

CDS – Couplant Delivery System

Versatile, battery-powered, variable flow rate pumping system to deliver couplant for on-site ultrasonic inspections.

  • Alleviates the need for manual water sprayers
  • Battery operated for up to six hours continuous use
  • Can be used whilst charging
  • Self-priming up to 1.5m
  • For use with one or multiple transducers
  • Maintains water pressure
  • Can pump viscous liquids