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Silverwing is pleased to announce the release of the latest version of their ultrasonic corrosion mapping system the RMS2 (Rapid Motion Scanner) which can now inspect critical pipework with a minimum diameter of 6 inch and larger.
The RMS2 is a high-speed remote access ultrasonic corrosion mapping
system which has improved reliability and functionality. The RMS2 is
designed for rapid, large scale inspection of ferrous structures such as
storage tanks, pipe-work, pressure vessels, risers and other critical
equipment.
The RMS2 incorporates:
- New tractor belts giving approximately 4 times greater breaking strength
- Automatic belt tensioning
- 2 x Probe positional sensors contained within one sensor assembly
- Modular build allowing components to be easily swapped
- Overall height reduced by 60mm
- Simple in-service vertical adjustments on the probe holder
- 450 capable of scanning pipework with a minimum diameter of 6 inches
The RMS2 corrosion mapping system is extremely flexible with a range of 3 optional crawler types allowing the customer to customise the system to meet their inspection requirements. The RMS2-600 is designed to maximise scanning rates on large areas such as tank shells, pressure vessels and other large structures, the RMS2-450 is designed for the inspection of smaller diameter pipe work from 152mm (6 inches) and above, RMS2-300 is designed as a general purpose scanner for inspecting areas with obstacles such as nozzles that would prevent access using the wider scanning heads.
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Ultrasonic data is recorded from a single crystal immersion transducer.
A full range of transducer types are available to suit specific inspection requirements.
The transducer is fitted to a scanning rail fixed between the two tractor units and moves in both directions along the scanning rail during a scan.
The transducer is mounted in a fully gimballed probe holder, which ensures it remains perpendicular to the surface. A stainless steel wear plate prevents transducer damage when scanning over rough surfaces.
The two low profile tractor units utilise high torque stepper motors combined with magnetic drive wheels. The combined magnetic pull is in excess of 100Kg, which is 5 times the unit weight of 20Kg, ensuring that it remains attached to the structure.
The RMS2 scanning head can be controlled with either a joystick, or from steering controls built into the RMS software.
A scanner mounted video camera is displayed within the RMS2
software and can be used to position the crawler when the operator view
is obstructed.
A 15metre combination umbilical cable is used for ultrasonic data transfer, control instructions and couplant supply. For taller structures or large diameter vessels there is an option to purchase a 30m umbilical cable.
Each RMS system is supplied complete with a pre-configured high specification laptop computer running a Microsoft windows operating system.
RMS2 - Key Features
- Manual Joystick Control or Automated Computer Control
- Magnetic Drive Wheels
- Low Profile with Maximum Height of 197mm
- 5 : 1 Magnetic Attraction to Weight Ratio
- X and Y Motion Operator Programmable from 1mm Steps Upwards
- Hard Copy and Electronic Report Function
- Add Data from Visual, UT, Vac Box and MPI Inspection
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| RMS2 600 Large Area Scanner |
RMS2 450 Pipework and Vessel Scanner |
RMS2 300 General Purpose Scanner |
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| RMS2 600 - Scanning Speeds | RMS2 450 - Scanning Speeds | RMS2 300 - Scanning Speeds | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Data Acquisition Software
Data Acquisition Key Features
- Seamlessly integrated scanner control, data acquisition, analysis and reporting tools
- User friendly, modular interface
- Quickly hide infrequently used controls
- Restore hidden controls with one click
- Save favourite screen layouts
- Real-time A-scan and C-Scan display during scan
- Multiple A-scan gates - Several gate types:
- Peak
- Flank
- Fixed position (Can be used for top surface corrosion)
- Amplitude
- Fully captured A-scan and gate configuration for accurate post inspection analysis
- Full scan replay with multiple gates:
- Near side (external) defect sizing
- Far side (internal) defect sizing
- Composite analysis
- Save C-Scan data, with optional A-Scan and gates
- Export A-scan, B-scan, C-scan and 3D views as digital images
- Export C-Scan data as .CSV files for MS excel
The control software has been written especially for the latest generation notebooks which fully utilises the Microsoft 7 operating platform.
The intuitive data acquisition and analysis software shows a real-time display of the ultrasonic A-scan, C-scan, thickness measurement and positional data whilst scanning at 730 mm per second with a maximum resolution of 2 mm x 2 mm. All of this information is recorded when a scan is saved.
The RMS software seamlessly integrates scanner control, data capture, data analysis and reporting tools into one user friendly package.
The software features a modular user interface, designed so RMS operators can quickly hide infrequently used controls, restore hidden controls with one click and save specific screen layouts for future use.
The ultrasonic controls built into the RMS software are similar to those found on a standard ultrasonic flaw detector so a trained ultrasonic operator can quickly become familiar with all controls and functions.
Multiple A-scan gates can be added to measure between several parts of the A-scan trace. This means it is possible to measure the signal amplitude, part thickness, internal surface profile and external surface profile simultaneously.
The RMS software is designed around the use of C-scan ‘layers’. This allows the RMS operator to quickly switch between each of the multiple C-scan views generated when using multiple A-scan gates.
During a scan, the A-scan trace and resulting C-scan image are shown within the RMS software in real time.
A-scan gates can be added or adjusted even after a scan is completed. This allows the operator to re-analyse the A-scan data after correcting the gate settings to produce a more accurate C-scan image. This powerful tool minimises the need for re-scanning due to changes in surface condition or minor set-up errors.
The RMS software automatically stores the A-scan data, C-scan image and gate information. Once a scan has been completed, the data can be analysed using a range of display options including A-scan, B-scan, C-scan and 3d C-scan views. These powerful viewing tools provide detailed information and allow high resolution and accurate reports to be generated quickly.
The A-scan window displays a live view of the A–scan during a scan. It also shows each of the A-scan gates currently in use.
The A-scan window is also used to display the A-scan trace from a specific area of a saved C-scan. The operator can simply move or hover the cursor over a part of the saved C-scan image to view the A-scan trace for that area.
Generally, the C-scan window shows a plan view of the scanned area, with differing thicknesses represented as changes in colour. All C-scan colour options are fully customisable.
The X and Y position and the recorded thickness measurement are displayed next to the cursor while the cursor is moved or hovered over the C-scan image.
A 2-axis B-scan thickness profile is displayed above, and to the side of the c-scan image.
The B-scan thickness profile is also updated by moving or hovering the cursor over the C-scan image.
C-scan layers can be used to display a detailed, rotating 3D C-scan view of the saved scan.
This view shows the thickness of the part, and also the external surface profile, and the internal surface profile.
All A-Scan, B-scan and C-scan views can be either printed directly from the software, or saved as digital images in order to create a detailed report.
Saved RMS data can also be exported as .csv files for analysis with other 3rd party software such as Microsoft Excel
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NEW C-Map Reporting Suite
C-Map Reporting Suite Key Features
- Import multiple RMS2 C-Scans to show a complete inspection
- Add comments, obstructions and digital photographs
- Import inspection data from other Silverwing products
- Comprehensive range of report printing functions
In addition to the powerful analysis and reporting tools built into the RMS Data Acquisition software, the RMS2 system is supplied with a dedicated reporting software package.
The RMS2 reporting software allows users to import multiple RMS2 C-scans and join them together to show a detailed representation of the inspected item.
A set of basic drawing and text tools are included so obstructions and other features can be easily identified on the report.
Inspection data from other Silverwing corrosion mapping products such as the Thetascan and ScanmapVS can be imported alongside RMS2 data.
It is even possible to link digital photographs to specific areas of C-scans to add a further layer of detail to the report.
The RMS reporting software features a comprehensive range of report printing functions, and the flexible software licensing conditions allow owners of RMS2 systems to issue copies of the RMS Reporting software to their clients so decision makers can use the full range of useful analysis and viewing tools.
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| RMS2 600 Technical Specification | RMS2 450 Technical Specification | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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