RTD LoRUS (Long Range Ultrasonics)

Mechanical LoRUS examination

Hidden corrosion on difficult to reach places such as walls and bottoms of storage tanks
cause serious problems in petro chemical plants. Early detection is often impossible or
very expensive as the asset concerned will have to be taken out of service.
Our Solution
Applus RTD has developed the LoRUS method in order to be able to screen the annular
plates using a manipulator, allowing for detection of hidden corrosion while the asset is
on-stream. The ultrasonic signals are projected according to the probe directions and
indications from the object under examination are color coded and presented in a 2D top
view. All four probes are moved automatically across the examination surface by the
manipulator. Performance details include:
Scanning speed of 100' per day
Resolution 0.1 centimeter
Temperatures from 32 F to 122 F
Benefits
The storage tank does not need to be offline or taken out of service. Hidden corrosion
can be detected on stream saving time, money and resulting in overall efficiency.