SEE THE INVISIBLE
Locating & mapping buried steel pipelines using magnetic technology: Advanced algorithms - UAVs & ground-based mobile equipment Discover our technologythe challenge
Buried pipelines are the most secure and efficient means to transport vital resources, water and energy. Precise localization of such critical infrastructure is essential to ensure integrity. SKIPPER NDT’s localization solutions are precise and cost-efficient for protecting pipelines from third party damage and for identifying pipeline movement on unstable slopes.
SKIPPER NDT carries out pipeline mapping using a UAV equipped with sensors and proprietary algorithms for data analysis
WHY SKIPPER NDT ?
SKIPPER NDT’s solution is based on contactless magnetic technology with an automatic data processing protocol. The result is precise localization without interfering with operation of the pipeline.
Safety of field operators
The technology allows difficult terrain to be accessed without exposing operators to hazards in the field. Magnetic data on pipelines are obtained remotely using a drone.
Protection of the environment
Over 10 years, third party damage on US gas networks caused 363 fatalities, 1,392 injuries and $800 Billion in material damage.
Budget Optimization
Besides superior performance, SKIPPER NDT’s solutions are cost competitive due to the speed of data acquisition and ease of implementation.
OUR SECTORS
Utilities
Localization of water pipelines prevents third party damage that can result from a lack of precise geographic information
Energy
Pipeline localization is of concern to regulators. In France, localization of critical pipeline networks is mandated by law
DEFENSE
Our technology is able to detect with high precision the presence of buried metal objects, in particular buried IEDs.
solutions vectors
SKIPPER NDT’s technology is deployed in the field using one of the following types of equipment
UAV
A standard drone coupled to a bar equipped with magnetic sensors and an electronic card with embedded data processing algorithms
ground-based mobile equipment
A field machine that can be pushed by an operator or towed by a 4X4 vehicle
About SKIPPER NDT
Water and energy pipes are subject to damage by third-party work, often due to poor geolocation. The SKIPPER NDT solution for georeferencing pipelines offers proven advantages in terms of operator safety, accuracy and cost. SKIPPER NDT’s continuous R&D efforts help improve performance and expand the scope of applications.