Creform released Pipecheck3.0 at the ASNT conference - will redefine pipeline integrity

Creaform, a leader in portable 3D digital solutions and 3D engineering services, has announced the release of its new upgraded pipeline integrity assessment software, Pipecheck 3.0.The new Pipecheck version, combined with the HandySCAN 3D handheld laser scanner, can now be used in previously unwieldy and complex situations.

Levis, Quebec, Canada, October 22, 2014 - As you know, optical measurements are becoming increasingly popular in NDT applications.In pursuit of efficiency, the oil and gas industry is increasingly interested in fast and reliable pipeline integrity assessment solutions.To meet the needs of the industry, Creaform has made significant improvements that will bring a whole new dimension to evaluation!

Pipecheck ™ new features

Using the new Pipecheck version, separating the material loss depth from the mechanical damage deformation is no longer a dream.Pipecheck software is the only solution on the market that can provide unique and complex tools for extracting the corrosion depth within mechanical damage.All pipeline operators should be aware of the potential impact of a catastrophic failure that can result from complex or combined damage.Accurate measurement of damage affecting the integrity of the pipeline will directly increase the credibility of the pipeline integrity management program, reduce maintenance costs and reduce the risk of costly failures.This new Pipecheck version has a number of key features that allow you to better understand the dents and local surface deformations, and it will generate immediate results, a key factor in reducing maintenance costs.

Another major improvement is the built-in correction operation, which can also be used to evaluate bends in the field.In many cases, minor mechanical damage can be found on the bend in the field, mainly due to human manipulation during the construction of the pipeline or due to soil displacement, icing, etc.Traditional methods cannot be used to accurately measure (depth scale) depth because pipeline curvature usually introduces depth values that do not represent missing material or deformation of the pipeline geometry.To address this problem and improve the efficiency and credibility of the results, Pipecheck provides a built-in correction tool.The tool USES a powerful algorithm to extract the centerline of the pipeline and correct the entire section.Then, Pipecheck's virtual depth gauge tool can be used to assess material missing or mechanical damage, reporting depth readings without any pipeline curvature.

Pipecheck: A cost-effective and reliable solution

Although traditional methods may seem cheaper than integrity assessment software like Pipecheck, the tool can actually save money by requiring a lot of human time to perform measurements and time-consuming analysis.

Unlike direct competition, Pipecheck offers unparalleled accuracy, reduces the chance of human error, and USES better record-filing methods.As a result, its complex analysis enables reliable damage assessments that reduce maintenance costs and reduce the risk of major failures.