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Inspection, Measuring, Testing & Marking
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Phoenix Inspection Systems Ltd, UK, is a
specialist in the design and manufacture of
non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment.
The company has developed a unique
device that can detect defects and
blockages in pipework and tubing.
The AR 5000 emits a soundwave that
travels inside the pipe, following it around
bends and even complex spirals to
monitor its condition. It is suitable for
use on everything from large-scale heat
exchangers to general pipework, small-
bore circuits and fibre optic conduits.
The AR 5000 is a more powerful, long-
range version of Phoenix’s Acoustic Ranger
that has proved popular with petrochemical
and process plant
operators around the
world.
This latest version was
developed for German-
based Linde Engineering
for use on its LNG plants,
which liquify natural gas
for easy transportation
by tanker.
The plants contain
spiral-wound heat
exchangers consisting
of a complex system of
tubes. The AR 5000 is
being used to maintain
and improve product
quality and will help during possible
maintenance campaigns on site.
Phoenix managing director Mr Karl Quirk
says: “The original Acoustic Ranger has
also proved popular with the energy
and petrochemical sectors for checking
pressure relief and vent lines and with
food, drink and process industries for
detecting holes and blockages in the line.
Operators often tell us it has saved them
many thousands of pounds and is a vital
tool for achieving compliance with pressure
systems regulations.”
“The AR 5000 has up to four times the
range of the original and also better
resolution and sensitivity. Apart from
heat exchangers, it is ideal for use on
a wide range of systems providing a
rapid inspection of pipework. For hole
and blockage detection in tube and pipe
from ¼" to 20" and over lengths of up to
600m, the AR 5000 is the instrument of
choice.”
Phoenix Inspection Systems – UK
Fax: +44 1925 838 788
Email:
Website:
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