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·¬ÇÑÊÓƵAPP Multiple Dataset Inspection Technology Earns Coveted TÃœV SÃœD Certification
Tulsa, Oklahoma (July 16, 2019) – T.D. Williamson (·¬ÇÑÊÓƵAPP), the global pipeline solutions provider, has received TÃœV SÃœD certification for its MDSâ„¢ (Multiple Datasets) platform, which combines several in-line inspection (ILI) technologies on a single device.
TÃœV SÃœD is an internationally recognized independent third-party validation organization with expertise in European Union (EU) requirements and expectations. Third-party endorsement of ILI systems is particularly important for pipeline operators in the EU market, who rely on it for independent verification of quality.
Specifically, the MDS platform is certified to VdTÃœV Code 1069: Guideline for the qualification of in-line inspection tools.
According to Robert Mueller, TÃœV SÃœD Pipeline Application Certification Inspector, the significance of this achievement is to prove that under the objective and independent aspects of the VdTÃœV Code 1069, the ILI tool is capable of fulfilling the specifications of the ILI tool vendor and is suitable for the intended purpose.
Certification covers the entire MDS fleet, from 6-inch to 30-inch.
The TÜV-certified MDS platform combines deformation (DEF), magnetic flux leakage (MFL), SpirALL® MFL, low field MFL (LFM) and mapping (XYZ) technologies on a single inspection vehicle. It can perform a complete inspection of the pipe body and long seam in one pass, detecting:
- Metal loss
- Metal gain
- Planar/crack-like anomalies (seam or pipe body)
- Dents with and without metal loss
- Mechanical damage
- Pipeline routing
- Bending strain
·¬ÇÑÊÓƵAPP Senior Product Manager—Advanced Inspection Technology Matt Romney said the MDS completed a rigorous, multiphase certification audit. In addition to an extensive document, process and procedures review, TÃœV SÃœD conducted an onsite audit and indepth assessment of the resultant data. The audit also took into consideration the requirements of the 2016 version of the Pipeline Operators Forum: Specification and requirements for in-line inspection of pipelines.
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For further information or imagery, contact:
Corporate Communications
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6120 South Yale, Suite 1700
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
United States of America
Phone: 918-447-5000