ERW WELD On-Line Inspection

On-Line Weld Inspection of ERW Pipe

UT TRANSDUCERS

Thanks to our Ultrasonic expertise, we design and manufacture in-house our UT tailored transducers to suit your detection needs according to your product range.

A wide range of UT transducers are available, for more information, contact us.

INSPECTION FEATURES

SOFRATEST provides Ultrasonic inspection solutions for on-line weld inspection of ERW pipes, directly on the production line.

Discover the main applications principles:

  • Internal/External longitudinal and transverse defects in the weld (several configurations of probe arrangement are available : I, K, X)
  • Lamination defects in the Heat Affected Zone (HAZ) of the weld
  • Midwall weld defects
  • Loss of coupling detection

 

The design of SOFRATEST inspection heads adapts perfectly to the different diameters of the pipes.

When necessary, the inspection head can slid to an off-line position to perform a calibration on a standard pipe.

Phased Array sensors can be seamlessly integrated into the SOFRATEST system.

The inspection head can automatically adjust itself in case of deviation from the weld area thanks to the presence of a pilot line tracking system.

A paint marking system is available for defects detection and loss of coupling.

Our equipment is adaptable based on the diameter and thickness of the pipe, enabling a 100% inspection of the product.

SOFRATEST SOFTWARE

With our robust and user-friendly software, the results of the Ultrasonic inspection are displayed in real-time.

The system screen is accessible remotely, providing a clear, global view of the ongoing inspection and allowing necessary adjustments to be made in real-time, including gate definition, gain management, marking system settings etc.

Traceability is ensured by our production software, creating comprehensive and customizable inspection reports/calibration reports.

Download our ERW brochure for more information!

All our Ultrasonic systems comply with European and international standards, including ASME Section V, ISO 10893-11, 10893-8, 10893-10, API 5L, API 5CT, ASTM E317, and more.

SOFRATEST Added value

Equipment Resistant to Harsh Conditions

100% Adaptable Systems

Pipe Position Tracking System

Fast Inspection Speed

Dynamic Calibration

Customized Inspection Report

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