Robotic Tank Inspection Services - DIAA Conference 2015

About us

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Confidence in design

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State of the art

Large workshops

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Liquid Assets

Many dairy factory sites have tanks with a broad range of age

and condition.

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From this:

To this

Some Risks you cannot afford

Business can be about taking risks. However, in some areas even the

smallest risk is unacceptable. This is especially critical in the area of dairy

and food production safety and workplace safety.

Risks

• Hairline Cracks

• Pitting

• Poor Weld Finish

• Inadequate Repair Work • Ineffective Cleaning Processes

Consequences

• Lost Production Time

• Wastage

• Product Recalls

• Damaged Reputation

• Consumer Health Effects

These risks can be easily avoided with the correct prevention measures.

Manage the Risk

Patented technology developed by Invert Robotics, that allows a robot to climb

the internal surfaces of stainless steel equipment such as tanks, silos and dryers.

Robotic Inspection

Robotic Tank Inspection

The robots use high definition cameras to feed instant and highly

detailed images to a technician for analysis.

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controlled by the technicians laptop.

Defect observed

and recorded

Maximises Safety and Eliminates Hazards

The robotic inspection method

reduces risk to staff and contractors

who have traditionally conducted

inspection work in a confined space

and at height.

Confined space permits for hazardous

work are no longer necessary, saving

time and hassle during preparation for

a job.

For dairy processors, Invert Robotics’

method eliminates the need to monitor

gas levels in a confined space before,

or during an inspection.

The Solution

Leading edge technology delivers precise inspections

The robots identify surface defects using

high definition cameras. The robot crawls

over the welds in a silo, tank or dryer,

allowing a technician stationed outside to

view video in real-time and identify

defects.

The Solution

The defect’s size and location are

recorded and presented in a detailed

inspection report.

The report enables clients to review the

findings with key team members and

allow for the scheduling of the most

appropriate maintenance work in

advance and in a cost effective way.

Inspection Summary Page

Example Report/Defects

Shell Drawing

Example Report/Defects

Example Report/Defects

Buckling

Example Report/Defects

Damaged Seals

Cracking

Example Report/Defects

Undressed and Uncleaned Weld Repairs

Gas Pores

Example Report/Defects

Lack of fusion and undercut

Pitting

Example Report/Defects

Contaminants and other issues

As much or as little detail as you need

The Solution

All raw data obtained during

the inspection is permanently

recorded and can be

provided on request.

• Video

• Photos

• Notes

Fast Inspections

Preparation time before an inspection

is vastly reduced compared with

traditional methods. There are less

permits to complete, scaffolding to

erect or ropes to rig.

The Solution

To complete a standard milk silo

inspection the robot will take 3 hours

to inspect all internal weld seams.

The use of multiple robots and

operators can allow a greater number

of inspections to be undertaken during

your maintenance period.

Activity Rope Access Robotic

Comparison

Set-up Time

Gas Monitoring

Inspection Time

Ability To Review Video Analysis

Operator Required Internal

Operator Required External

Working Hazards

1 Hour

Variable

Yes

No

1

1

3

30 Minutes

Variable

No

Yes

0

2

0

Permits and Documentation 3 Hours 30 Minutes

Milk Silo

Activity Rope Access Robotic

Comparison

Set-up Time

Gas Monitoring

Inspection Time

Ability To Review Video Analysis

Operator Required Internal

Operator Required External

Working Hazards

4+ Hours

Variable

Yes

No

2

3

3

30 Minutes

Variable

No

Yes

0

2

0

Permits and Documentation 3 Hour 30 Minutes

Spray Dryer

Site and plant induction

Process

Undertake inspection

Pack Down

Report generation and delivery

Scope defined prior to arrival

Complete necessary work permits

Discuss and confirm inspection criteria

View worksite and plant to be inspected

Client to isolate and clean plant prior to arrival

Plant Requirements

• Side or bottom manway for insertion of robot.

What we Need

• Access to top of plant required.

• Access to a removable connection (CIP inlet, vent or manway) to allow the

safety line and umbilical line to be secured.

What we Need

Perished seal material

trapped in sprayball

Safety line

secured to

stanchion

Sprayball

removed

• Removing the CIP device also allows for inspection of blockages.

Inspect plant internals for dry and clean surfaces.

What we Need

Wet surfaces, product residue and CIP residue can restrict the performance of

the robot and inhibit inspection.

Robotic inspection:

• Is the safest way to inspect stainless vessels for internal defects

• Allows you to make the right maintenance decision

• Enables third party review

• Provides a permanent record of condition

• Enables preventative maintenance programs

• Monitors defects over time

• Suitable for customer auditing

• Assist with capital planning.

SUMMARY

Contact us for your Robotic Tank

Inspection Service:

Darren Leeder

Sales and Marketing Manager

darren.leeder@furphys.com.au

0408 321 450

Nathan Anstey

Business Development Manager

nathan.anstey@furphys.com.au

0428 148 010

http://www.furphys.com.au

Thank you