Corrosion Monitoring

Challenge - Detect corrosion on piping and structures.

Corrosion of piping and structures is an ongoing problem for the offshore industry.  In particular, Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) is a major challenge due to the difficulty in detection.  Operators ultimately carry out large-scale inspection scopes incorporating removal of insulation and cladding materials, often at height, with the help of Rope Access teams or costly scaffolding.

 

Solution

The latest ATEX-approved, wireless CUI sensors are installed to measure temperature, humidity and moisture levels.  Data is transmitted via NB-IoT via the asset's local network, and Asset Integrity teams can monitor alarms to plan and execute work scopes to carry out remediation scopes as needed. 

Result

  • Manual inspections carried out as needed and where needed
  • Minimized HSE risk exposure
  • Reduced costs on preventive maintenance 
  • Improved asset lifecycle management
  • Increased material lifetime
  • Operational efficiency
  • Improved awareness and understanding of design shortcomings and/or work methods for future projects.