Industrial inspections are critical for maintaining safety and efficiency. Standards like R-Strin, B31G Modified, TAPPI, and API inspections provide the frameworks necessary to assess and address risks effectively. By integrating cutting-edge robotic NDT systems, ScanTech Instruments ensures precise and reliable inspections.

What Is R-Strin? A Guide to Pipeline Integrity

R-Strin is a recognized standard used in pipeline integrity management to evaluate corrosion and metal loss. It offers insights into pipeline conditions, helping operators prevent potential failures.

Key Applications:

R-Strin is primarily used to assess damage in aging pipelines, ensuring operators can make informed decisions about repairs and replacements.

Benefits:

With R-Strin assessments, pipeline operators can extend the lifespan of critical infrastructure while enhancing safety and efficiency.

B31G Modified and Pipeline Integrity: A Closer Look

The B31G Modified standard is a cornerstone of pipeline integrity. It provides methodologies to evaluate metal loss and predict pipeline strength under operating conditions. This standard has been further enhanced with methodologies like RSTRENG for detailed analysis. Here’s an overview of key approaches:

• Original B31G Method: Approximates the corrosion defect as 0.67 times the depth and length, offering a basic assessment.

• Modified B31G Method: Uses a more conservative approach (0.85 times depth and length) for improved accuracy.

• Exact Trapezoid and Equivalent Area Methods: Enable precise numerical evaluations of irregular defect shapes.

• RSTRENG Effective Area Method: Conducts a comprehensive analysis of metal loss, ideal for complex corrosion scenarios.

At ScanTech, we integrate these methodologies into our robotic scanning solutions, ensuring field technicians achieve unparalleled accuracy during inspections.

TAPPI Inspections: The Backbone of Pulp and Paper Industry Maintenance

In the pulp and paper industry, TAPPI standards guide the inspection of critical equipment such as dryer rolls and process machinery.

Why TAPPI Matters:

These inspections reduce unexpected downtime, ensuring mills operate efficiently while avoiding costly breakdowns.

Predictive Maintenance:

By leveraging advanced scanners like ScanTech’s D2S solutions, industries can ensure compliance and optimize equipment lifespan.

API Tank Inspections: Safeguarding Storage Facilities

API standards, such as API 653, focus on inspecting, repairing, and maintaining storage tanks in oil and gas industries.

Ensuring Safety:

Regular API tank inspections detect corrosion, structural weakness, and other issues before they become catastrophic.

Modern Inspection Techniques:

ScanTech’s advanced ultrasonic and robotic systems provide the precision needed for accurate API inspections. By streamlining operations, these systems help minimize downtime and ensure compliance.

Innovations in Robotic NDT for Industry Standards

ScanTech Instruments leads the way in robotic NDT systems, ensuring compliance with standards like R-Strin, B31G Modified, TAPPI, and API inspections. Our solutions offer:

• Automated Scanning Systems:

Precision-engineered tools that deliver accurate and reliable results.

• Enhanced Reporting:

Our proprietary Analyst software integrates seamlessly with scanners to simplify compliance reporting and data management.

The Benefits of Standardized Inspections

Adhering to standards like R-Strin, B31G Modified, TAPPI, and API inspections ensures safety, efficiency, and compliance. These inspections:

• Enhance Safety: Safeguard workers, assets, and the environment.

• Boost Efficiency: Reduce downtime and operational risks.

• Ensure Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements and avoid penalties.

Partner with ScanTech for Reliable Inspections

Inspections guided by these standards are essential for industrial safety and efficiency. With robotic NDT solutions tailored for the real world, ScanTech helps industries achieve compliance and operational success.