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HEATER-PIG™ delivers high-resolution internal inspection of furnace and boiler tubes, giving operators the clarity needed to make confident integrity decisions. Our technology enables accurate detection and sizing of critical defects, including: ⚪ Internal & external corrosion ⚪ Erosion and wall thinning ⚪ Pitting and localised metal loss ⚪ Manufacturing defects and inclusions ⚪ Deformation, bulging and ovality With detailed ultrasonic data and full tube coverage, HEATER-PIG™

Our PAUT-PIG™ collects billions of ultrasonic data points during every inspection, converting them into actionable integrity insights. Accurate detection and sizing of a geometric anomaly identified during a recent inspection: ⚪ Log Distance: 1045.554 m ⚪ Circumferential Position: 165.9° ⚪ Max Depth: 9.4% OD When pipeline operators assess integrity threats, they need: ✔ Clear visualisation ✔ Precise location ✔ Accurate anomaly sizing ✔ Data they can trust This is where our ad

When pipeline operators need more than just wall thickness data, they turn to PAUT-PIG™. Our advanced phased array ultrasonic in-line inspection tool delivers: ▪ Corrosion / wall loss measurement ▪ Geometry & deformation assessment ▪ Crack detection & sizing ▪ True XYZ positional mapping No multiple tools. No multiple runs. No compromise. Real data. Real results. Real pipeline integrity. Get In Touch with Our Team:

If you’re interested in understanding the technology behind our PAUT in-line inspection tool, this video explains how the sensor itself operates. Our circular Phased Array sensor contains hundreds of individual ultrasonic elements that fire in precise sequences. By controlling the timing (phasing), we steer and focus the ultrasonic beam, allowing us to scan the full 100% pipe wall without moving parts. It’s precision electronics, advanced signal processing, and ultrasonic phy

Our PAUT-PIG™ is engineered to pass challenging features that stop most conventional tools. ✔ 1D bends ✔ Multi-diameter transitions ✔ Vertical sections ✔ Back-to-back bends ✔ Complex onshore & offshore routes All while delivering high-resolution crack detection, wall loss, geometry and XYZ mapping data in a single run. Speak to one of our team to learn more:

Our Phased Array intelligent pigging tools haven’t just been through our test loops once or twice, they’ve been through hundreds, possibly thousands of times. Every run teaches us something: • New data patterns • Subtle performance improvements • Small refinements that make a real difference in the field R&D isn’t a phase at Vector, it’s part of the company DNA. Every engineer, technician, and analyst is encouraged to question, refine, and improve. We care deeply about margin

At Vector Inspection, our advanced Phased Array Ultrasonic (PAUT) in-line inspection technology is engineered to accurately detect and size corrosion defects in pipelines. Using multiple ultrasonic beams and real-time A-Scan data capture, we generate high-resolution C-Scan corrosion maps, allowing precise wall thickness measurement, pitting identification, and metal loss assessment. The result? ✔ Early defect detection ✔ Accurate remaining wall thickness calculations ✔ Reliab

Vector Inspection deploys proprietary Phased Array in-line inspection technology anywhere in the world with rapid mobilisation options. Onshore or offshore. Remote or complex. We mobilise fast, integrate locally, and deliver consistent, high-quality data, wherever the pipeline is. Get in touch to learn more: #InLineInspection #PipelineIntegrity #PAUT #GlobalOperations

✔ Wall loss / corrosion ✔ Crack defects ✔ Geometry changes & dents ✔ Full XYZ mapping Designed for 2" and above, the PAUT-PIG™ can navigate 1D bends, multi-diameter sections and complex pipeline configurations, providing operators with real data, real accuracy, and real confidence. When failure isn’t an option, inspection quality matters. Get in touch to find out more: #PipelineIntegrity #PhasedArray #InlineInspection #PAUTPIG

At Vector Inspection, our team of technicians are trained on every aspect of in-line inspection, right down to the ultrasonic set-ups on the tool itself. We don’t just run tools, we understand the data thoroughly. From Phased Array configuration and calibration to real-time data validation, our technicians ensure every inspection delivers the highest possible data quality. Get in touch to find our more:

At Vector Inspection, inspection is only half the story. The real value lies in how the data is analysed, interpreted, and presented. Our Integrity Management Platform transforms high-resolution in-line inspection and phased array data into clear, structured, and actionable reports — giving operators the confidence to prioritise repairs, manage risk, and plan future maintenance effectively. We provide: ✅Detailed anomaly classification (wall loss, cracking, geometry) ✅Engineer

Advanced Phased Array UT technology for precise, reliable detection of degradation, corrosion and cracking in furnace tubes, even in hard-to-access areas. 📈Reduce unplanned outages and extend asset life with faster, data-rich inspections you can trust:

📊 Using advanced Phased Array UT technology, PAUT-PIG™ delivers ultra-high resolution data on wall loss, geometry and cracking, even through tight bends, multi-diameter sections and other challenging conditions. 🔍The result? Reduced asset risk, extended pipeline life, minimised downtime and maximised operational efficiency, with actionable insights you can trust. 👉Ready to elevate your pipeline integrity strategy? Contact Us Today:

Offshore pipelines operate in extreme conditions, high pressure, saltwater corrosion, complex geometry, and limited access. When something is missed offshore, the consequences aren’t small. They’re huge. That’s where our Phased Array in-line inspection makes the difference. Our ILI technology delivers: 🔹 High-resolution wall loss detection 🔹 Crack detection capability 🔹 Geometry feature detection 🔹 Accurate XYZ mapping This technology is critical for offshore flowlines, r

🔷 Tight 1D bends. 🔷 Valves. 🔷 Diameter changes. Where conventional tools stop... PAUT-PIG™ keeps moving. Engineered by the experienced team at Vector Inspection, our Phased Array in-line technology is built to navigate complex geometry while still delivering high-resolution wall loss, crack detection and geometry data. Challenging pipeline? Lets Discuss:

This time, a challenging 4" x 5km pipeline featuring multiple tight 1D bends, difficult routing, and challenging terrain conditions underneath a busy highway. Using our advanced Phased Array in-line inspection technology, we delivered three technologies in one run: ✔️ High-resolution Wall Loss detection ✔️ Precision Geometry measurement ✔️ Accurate XYZ mapping Navigating 1D bends in small-diameter pipelines is never straightforward, especially when combined with difficult ter

Our PAUT-PIG™ tool located and accurately detected and sized a dent defect on a recent pipeline inspection with precision using our advanced Phased Array in-line inspection technology. ⬜ Log Distance: 110.779m ⬜ Circumferential postion: 307.9° ⬜ Max Depth: 6.4% OD When operators make integrity decisions, they need: ✔ Exact distance ✔ Exact orientation ✔ Accurate geometry ✔ Reliable data This is what separates true high-resolution inspection from basic detection. At Vector Ins

A special thanks to our incredible pipeline inspection partners around the world who consistently help deliver complex projects to the highest standard. If you are interested in becoming a Vector Inspection partner in your region please get in touch with one of our team:

These images are from our team tracking our PAUT inspection tool through the South American jungle, running a multi-diameter 6” / 8” pipeline with some challenging features. The tool performed a combined Wall Loss and Geometry inspection with first run success. Dense terrain. Remote locations. Complex geometry. This is what intelligent pigging looks like in the real world. Speak with our team today:

Our PAUT smart pigging inspection tools are purpose-built for offshore conditions, where access is limited, runs are unforgiving, and failure isn’t an option. ✔️ Challenging launch conditions ✔️ Complex geometry & tight bends ✔️ Low flow, low pressure environments ✔️ Long subsea pipelines ✔️ High-resolution PAUT you can trust Designed for offshore. Proven where it matters most. Get in Touch with Our Experts Today :

Bends are likely places for corrosion and damage due to higher turbulence, erosion and increased stress. Tight bends are where conventional UT tools often struggle. In 1D or complex bends they can lose sensor coupling, reduce coverage, or degrade data quality. Our Phased Array tools outperform Conventional UT tools here because they: • Maintain better coverage through beam steering capabilities • Handle lift-off and geometry changes far better due to the increased amount of u

We are please to share another successfully completed in-line inspection project. This time a 10” pipeline over 1.5 km in length in South America, featuring mixed materials (carbon steel and stainless steel) and tight 1.5D bends, a combination that often challenges conventional inspection tools. Using our Phased Array UT ILI inspection technology, the campaign delivered combined crack detection, wall loss, and geometry data in a single run, maintaining consistent data quality

Tight bends. Elevation changes. Congested routing. Multiple diameters. Exactly the kind of asset that often gets labelled “unpiggable.” This is where conventional inspection tools struggle but exactly the environment where our Phased Array inspection tools are designed to operate. Engineered for complex geometry, low-flow conditions, and non-standard launch scenarios, so operators don’t have to compromise on inspection quality just because the pipeline isn’t simple. Learn Mor

PAUT-PIG™ is engineered specifically for challenging pipeline conditions, where conventional inspection tools struggle or simply can’t run 👇 • Vertical sections • Multi-diameter lines • Low flow / low pressure conditions • Tight 1D bends • Mitred bends • No launcher / no receiver • Valve launches When a pipeline is labelled “unpiggable”, that’s usually where PAUT-PIG™ starts to make sense. Speak to one of our team: