Pipelines: Fast, Accurate Thickness Testing
Global pipeline networks transport vital resources such as oil, gas and chemicals. When damage occurs, the consequences can be severe, posing environmental risks, threatening personnel safety and causing costly downtime.
Conducting ultrasonic thickness surveys on pipelines is often time-consuming and expensive due to their size and remote locations. However, using a Tritex thickness measurement gauge significantly reduces inspection time. Built for rugged environments, our gauges are designed to perform reliably in the harshest pipeline conditions delivering quick, accurate steel thickness measurements with minimal setup.
Storage Tanks: Prevent Corrosion-Related Failures
Storage tanks, whether used for water, chemicals, petroleum, or LPG must be regularly inspected to prevent accidents caused by corrosion. Failure to monitor tank integrity can lead to catastrophic leaks or environmental hazards.
The Tritex ultrasonic thickness measurement gauge simplifies these inspections. Because it ignores protective coatings, users can quickly and efficiently measure tank walls without the need for coating removal, saving both time and money. The Multigauge 5500, for example, is ideal for rope access surveys and climbing inspections, thanks to its compact, waist-mounted design.
Lighting Columns: Ensure Structural Safety
Lighting columns are especially prone to corrosion at the base, due to water exposure, and at the collar (swage joint) due to internal condensation. Without regular inspections, these columns may deteriorate to the point of collapse, risking injury and property damage.
Local governments and infrastructure agencies commonly use Tritex thickness measurement gauges to carry out routine inspections across roadways and highways. Technicians typically take measurements at four points around the column at multiple heights to assess structural integrity effectively.
Road Tankers: Monitor Internal Erosion with Confidence
Road tankers experience corrosion and erosion from the inside out, making regular ultrasonic thickness inspections essential to prevent leaks and ensure road safety. Critical inspection points include the top, bottom, sides and knuckle ends of the tank.
Whether performed by refurbishment specialists, inspection companies or haulage firms, these inspections are more efficient with the Tritex thickness measurement gauge. Not only does it measure through protective coatings, but it also reads accurately through decals and stickers often found on tanker exteriors.
Bridges: Maintain Structural Integrity Across All Environments
Steel structures form the backbone of most bridges. Some are fully encased in concrete, whilst others expose their steel frameworks. To ensure long-term serviceability and safety, routine bridge inspections, typically every 2 to 6 years, are essential.
Tritex multigauges are ideal for these demanding inspections. They can measure remaining metal thickness even through rust on weathering steel. From underwater footings to rope-access assessments, our range supports full bridge evaluations. The Multigauge 5700 further enhances productivity by storing measurements for routine inspections.
General Industry: Versatile Solutions for Corrosion and Wear Monitoring
Industrial facilities often rely on storage tanks and pipelines to manage chemical processes. Over time, both are susceptible to internal corrosion. With a Tritex ultrasonic thickness measurement gauge, maintenance teams can monitor these assets easily and cost-effectively.
Other applications may include machinery wear monitoring, boiler tube inspections, metal structure assessments, quality control and assurance, condition monitoring and preventative maintenance as well as refinery safety inspections.
By integrating ultrasonic thickness measurement into regular maintenance schedules, industries can prevent failures, extend equipment life and reduce operational risks.
