
Pulsed Eddy Current (PEC) is an advanced electromagnetic inspection technique designed to detect wall loss in ferromagnetic materials like carbon steel and cast iron. It provides relative volumetric measurements converted into averaged thickness values, making it a powerful tool for non-intrusive asset inspections.
PEC transforms Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in critical applications, offering unmatched versatility and efficiency, offering:
No insulation or cladding removal:
Inspections are compatible with weather jackets (aluminium, stainless steel, galvanized steel), concrete, and composite wraps like fiberglass, viscoelastic, and wax.
No surface preparation required:
Perform inspections without removing coatings, insulation, or corrosion, including the ability to scan through scab corrosion effectively.
Sensitive to internal and external defects:
Effectively detects issues like Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI), Flow Accelerated Corrosion (FAC), and Corrosion Under Fireproofing (CUF).
In-service inspection:
Conduct inspections while assets remain online, even when contact surface temperatures reach up to 120°C (250°F).
Fast and effective:
Ideal for large survey areas, providing quick and efficient screening.
Enhanced coverage:
Encoded scanning delivers precise, repeatable results for confident decision-making.
PEC provides a faster, non-intrusive inspection process that allows inspections while assets remain online, minimizing downtime, reducing costs, and ensuring long-term operational efficiency.
PEC enhances inspections with a range of probes, including single-element, PEC-Array, and application-specific options, providing versatile solutions for various applications and wall/insulation thicknesses. This flexibility ensures accurate evaluations, streamlining inspections and supporting the long-term integrity of your assets.
Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) remains one of the most challenging issues in asset management, leading to costly downtime and increased operational risks. Traditional wall thickness measurements often require removing insulation, resulting in delays and added expenses.
PEC offers an innovative, non-intrusive solution by scanning through thick insulation and weather jackets. This approach saves time, reduces costs, and maintains uninterrupted operational efficiency and reliable asset management.
PEC allows inspections to be performed without disturbing or removing corrosion scabs. Traditional methods often require risky scab removal by grit blasting, increasing the potential for leaks or system shutdowns. PEC accurately analyses the remaining wall thickness beneath the scab, providing reliable data that helps clients make informed decisions and select the most appropriate repair method—all while minimizing risks and ensuring operational safety.
Our advanced software enhances data analysis by reducing false positives and improving inspection accuracy. This ensures reliable results and empowers clients to make informed decisions about asset maintenance and integrity.
Key Features
Automated algorithms:
Eliminate operator-specific variability, ensuring consistent and reliable results every time.
Reliable, repeatable outcomes:
Save time with minimal setup and dependable accuracy across inspections.
Customizable reporting:
Tailored reports to your specific needs, providing clear and relevant insights for your operations.
3D data visualization:
Advanced 3D software improves data interpretation, making complex information easier to understand and act upon.
With this robust software, your inspection data becomes a powerful tool, enabling smarter asset management and ensuring the long-term integrity of your operations.
Corrosion of tested component - with C-Scan data overlay for visual representation showing extent of corrosion
We utilize the latest in Pulsed Eddy Current (PEC) technology to deliver efficient, non-intrusive asset assessments. From detecting CUI to optimizing inspection planning, we provide versatile solutions for various applications, ensuring accurate results with no disruption to plant operations. Contact us today to learn how PEC can transform your inspection programs.