XPRESS-SCAN

XPRESS-SCAN is a unique mobile digital radiography system featuring advanced proprietary technology, designed for automatic single- or double-wall inspection of pipe girth welds with diameters of 159 mm (6 inches) and above in pipeline construction, maintenance and repair.

The complex aims to drastically enhance the speed of non-destructive testing, streamline operations and reduce the risk of human mistakes. Inspection can be conducted immediately after welding, and instant results enable prompt adjustments to welding equipment settings should any defects be detected, ensuring they are not repeated in subsequent joints and thereby preventing project delays.

Key advantages:

• Fully automatic testing of the entire weld in one go: the system performs radiographic inspection of the full girth weld without continuous operator involvement, minimizing dependency on personal skills, reducing human mistakes and ensuring stable, repeatable conditions across all joints.
• Fast and simple setup: installation on the weld takes only 1-2 minutes and does not require complex procedures or highly specialized skills, significantly reducing preparation time and allowing operators to focus on inspection rather than equipment setup.
• High compatibility and flexibility: the system can be used with a wide range of X-ray or gamma sources and various crawler types, allowing easy integration into existing NDT procedures and adaptation to specific project requirements without additional modifications.
• Secure and standardized data handling: all results are stored in protected DICONDE format per ASTM E2339-21, including metadata such as exposure parameters and object details, ensuring full traceability and simplifying reporting, archiving and data retrieval.
• Battery-powered operation: independent from external power sources, the system ensures maximum mobility and uninterrupted performance even in remote or hard-to-access locations, supporting continuous operation in field conditions (the X-ray source may require a separate power supply).
• Real-time wireless data transfer with backup: images are instantly transferred to the operator’s workstation via Wi-Fi for analysis, while internal carriage storage ensures that all obtained data is securely preserved even in case of unstable or lost connection.
• Complete ready-to-use solution: the system is supplied with a full set of accessories and is delivered in protective transportation cases, allowing immediate start of operations and eliminating the need for additional equipment procurement or preparation.
• High inspection speed with instant results: a complete digital image of the weld is obtained within minutes, enabling prompt on-site evaluation and decision-making, which is critical for maintaining workflow continuity and avoiding delays in pipeline construction.