Long Range Ultrasonic Testing (LRUT) is an innovative non-destructive testing technique that utilizes low-frequency ultrasonic waves to inspect long lengths of piping and other structures from a single test location. LRUT is particularly effective for detecting and sizing defects such as corrosion, erosion, and wall thinning in inaccessible or hard-to-reach areas.
Applications of Long Range Ultrasonic Testing :
Piping Inspection: LRUT is primarily used for inspecting long lengths of piping in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, and chemical processing. It can assess the integrity of buried, insulated, or inaccessible pipelines, detecting and sizing corrosion, erosion, or other defects without the need for excavation or insulation removal.
Tank Inspection
Pipelines and Risers: LRUT can be used to inspect subsea pipelines, risers, and other offshore structures for corrosion, erosion, or defects. It is capable of assessing the integrity of long lengths of underwater pipelines without the need for divers or remotely operated vehicles (ROVs).
Heat Exchangers and Boilers: LRUT is applied to inspect heat exchanger tubes, boilers, and other industrial equipment for corrosion, erosion, or defects.
Structural Components: LRUT can be used to inspect structural
components such as bridges, piers, and towers for corrosion, erosion, or defects
Advantages of Long Range Ultrasonic Testing :
Remote Inspection: LRUT allows for remote inspection of long lengths of piping and other structures from a single test location, reducing the need for access equipment, scaffolding, or confined space entry.
High Coverage: LRUT can inspect long lengths of piping or structures in a single test, providing comprehensive coverage and detecting defects over a large area.
Fast Inspection
Real-Time Data: LRUT provides real-time data and imaging of the inspected area