The ESFlangeScanner Inspection System is capable of inspection of one or of both flange seal face surfaces simultaneously to determine the extent of corrosion without removing the bolts or disassembling the flange, thereby eliminating possible downtime.
Wedge and probe positions can be independently adjusted to the optimal location on flanges ranging from class #150 to #2500. An adjustable downslide system coupled with two strong magnetic wheels keeps the wedges in close contact with the flange outer surface at any orientation around the flange. The scanner can be adapted to use a large range of standard wedge sizes and probe types. Eclipse procedures, techniques and step-by-step instruction set ensure you complete the job in the shortest possible time and with the greatest amount of accuracy and repeatability.

Scanner Features

Easy to use
Rugged & lightweight
Capable of simultaneous inspection of both flange seal face surfaces
Straightforward analysis using either the inspection system or external software
Non-motorized available

Productivity Features

On-site start-up support
Step-by-step instructions
Procedures & techniques
Flange inspection training
Expert personnel to perform inspections
Calibration blocks

The flange scanner will work on a range of flange size. Click here for a table of effective flange sizes.

Packages Tailored to Your Specific Requirements

An array of in-stock flange scanner packages and kits are available to suit your immediate needs. Choose from scanner only, scanner with probes and wedges, or complete turnkey solution package. Customized scanners and components built to your specifications are also available.

Calibration and Setup Blocks

Custom made flange assemblies will match your specified requirements. Accurately machined targets calibrate the flange scanner to provide operators with known flaw responses, complete with drawing specification package showing flaw dimensions and positions.

Report Generation

A detailed report is easily produced with clear scan display layout options: the comprehensive defect table will clearly show defect dimensions and location.

Overview

Single Probe		Dual Probe
The restricted access, 5” rail guide can be used to shorten the width of the Flange Scanner, allowing the scanner to fit into smaller spaces and avoid obstructions. The rail guide allows for the attachment of one downslide.		The 8” rail guide can be used to attach two down slide assemblies for the simultaneous scanning of both flange faces.

Intended Scanner Use

The ESFlangeScanner is meant to use Phased Array UT technology to inspect the integrity of the seal face on ferrous flanges, ranging from #150 to #2500 classes. The scanner will show the condition of the seal face from the pipe ID outward where it comes into contact with the gasket. The flange scanner is capable of determining the extent of corrosion on the seal face of either one or both connected flanges without the need to remove the bolts or disassemble the flange.

The flange must:

Be made of a ferrous material that allows good contact with the magnetic wheels
Be clear of obstructions on the surface of the flange OD within the scanning area
Be larger than 4.5 in (114 mm) overall flange diameter
Have a flange thickness larger than 0.88 in. (22 mm) to fit recommended phased array wedges
Be clear of obstructions within 6” of the flange OD to allow the free movement of the scanner to fully circumnavigate the flange

Intended User

The ESFlangeScanner is a manual scanner, intended to be used by one or more personnel without limitations in the physical abilities of the upper and lower limbs, sight, or hearing and who are fully trained in the handling of UT, flange scanning equipment.

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