Voliro’s cutting-edge aerial robotics are revolutionizing Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspections.
Traditionally, inspecting high structures necessitated the use of scaffolding or rope access, both of which are expensive, time-consuming, and pose risks to inspectors working at meaningful heights.
Engineered for meticulous, contact-based evaluations, Voliro drones come equipped with a variety of NDT and Lightning Protection System (LPS) sensors. These drones significantly enhance safety, efficiency, and precision, catering to diverse inspection requirements.
Acuren: Leaders in Non-Destructive Testing and Industrial Services
Acuren stands as a prominent provider of NDT and rope access services, supporting over 8,650 client sites with a dedicated workforce of more then 5,300 employees across 90+ locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
By harnessing advanced technologies and optimizing access strategies, Acuren reduces the reliance on scaffolding and often conducts inspections without necessitating plant shutdowns. tasks that previously took days can now frequently be accomplished in mere hours.
Innovative Case Study: Acuren’s Flare Stack Inspection
In a notable case, Acuren deployed the Voliro T drone, outfitted with a UT payload, to perform a thickness measurement inspection on a 200-foot flare stack at a California refinery while it remained operational.
The goal was to collect essential data ahead of the facility’s upcoming planned turnaround, marking a significant advancement over conventional methods that typically require shutdowns.
The Voliro T drone completed the inspection in just 2 hours,a remarkable reduction from the usual 3-day duration associated with cranes and technicians. Conventional approaches also necessitate taking the stack offline, a step that was circumvented by utilizing the drone-based solution.
This innovative strategy resulted in significant savings for the refinery, including approximately $150,000 in crane rental and labor costs.
Moreover, it improved safety by reducing personnel exposure to hazardous environments and facilitated smoother operations during the turnaround.
The refinery expressed high levels of satisfaction with the minimized downtime and the enhanced quality of data acquired through Acuren’s state-of-the-art techniques. This triumphant request illustrated how advanced technology can elevate efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and safety in industrial inspections.
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