Technical Overview
Our Mobile Gas Pipeline Inspection Laboratory is a fully-equipped, 6×6 all-terrain diagnostic center designed for comprehensive evaluation of gas pipeline integrity. Mounted on a KamAZ 43118 chassis, this mobile lab features 6 sleeping berths and integrates advanced corrosion monitoring, cathodic protection testing, and wall thickness measurement technologies for field deployment in remote locations.
Core Diagnostic Capabilities
1. Pipeline Integrity Assessment System
- Portable ultrasonic defectoscope “Alfascan III” for weld inspection
- DM 5E ultrasonic thickness gauge (0.6-500mm range)
- IKN-4M flaw detector with measuring wheel
- Thermal imager ITSELF for temperature anomaly detection
2. Cathodic Protection Monitoring Suite
- Statron 3656.3 rectifiers (0-60V DC, 33A output)
- Cu/CuSO4 reference electrodes (5 measuring, 2 stable)
- MI 3123 soil resistance meter with 4-wire measurement
- Pipeline current mapper (RSMh system) with 30km range
3. Coating & Insulation Analysis
- SPY 790 holiday detector (5-35kV pulse DC)
- SPY 670 wet sponge detector for coating flaws
- CM-1 adhesion meter for coating bond strength
- Coating thickness gauge for multi-layer analysis
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Platform | KamAZ 43118 (6×6) |
| Laboratory Dimensions | 5300×2400×2100mm |
| Power Systems | 230V AC + 6.5kW backup generator |
| Crew Capacity | 6 personnel (sleeping berths) |
| Data Management | INTMESS 3.0 & WinTrans 1.0 software |
| Environmental Range | -40°C to +50°C operation |
Specialized Equipment Package
Electrical & Measurement Systems
- MD 9050 digital multimeters (1000V AC/DC)
- GPS SYNTAKT time-synchronized sensors
- 25A power switching system
- 2000W UPS with 24V DC input
Field Support Tools
- Makita 9565CVR angle grinder (1400W)
- AEG WSE 9-125 MX grinding kit
- Bosch GSB 16RE impact drill
- Portable welding system CD 1500
Safety & Support Systems
- 4 gas analyzers (EX TEC RM 4)
- VARIOTEC 8EX multi-gas detector
- Dielectric protection kit (1000V rated)
- 500W halogen work lights (40 lamps)
Operational Advantages
✔ All-terrain mobility for remote pipeline access
✔ On-site data processing with dedicated software
✔ Comprehensive corrosion monitoring (CP, UT, IR)
✔ Self-sufficient living quarters for extended missions
✔ EN/ISO compliant measurements
Field Applications
- Cathodic protection system evaluation
- Pipeline wall thickness surveys
- Coating integrity assessments
- Construction quality control
- Emergency damage inspections
Conclusion
This Mobile Gas Pipeline Inspection Laboratory represents the pinnacle of field-deployable diagnostic technology, combining advanced measurement systems with extreme operational mobility. Its integrated design and comprehensive equipment suite make it ideal for pipeline operators, integrity management teams, and regulatory compliance inspections where accurate field data is critical for infrastructure safety.
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