Monitoring Assets with Restricted Access Phased

Across just about all industries that have tanks, piping upon supports or piping entering the ground, clients are faced with inspection challenges and specific concerns on how to inspect the critical areas of these three asset components. The Restricted Access Phased Array (RAPA) method, however, can inspect these traditionally challenging areas, which have been historically known for having no easy inspection solutions. RAPA is an ultrasonic testing method which is a powerful corrosion screening tool. The RAPA benefits lie in the significantly reduced inspection time, limited excavation demands and the ability to potentially extend intervals for tank inspection, or prioritize tank inspections. Tank inspections are a necessity for a myriad of reasons -- from compliance to a variety to regulatory standards, through to the ongoing detection and maintenance of concerns such as corrosion and leaks. Left unchecked, tanks can become a major safety and environmental concern with the potential for catastrophic consequences a genuine possibility. Yet, tank inspections are not a straightforward process as many zones on a tank need specific inspection techniques used or specific concerns screened for.