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Exploring 3D Laser Scanning for Pipeline Integrity Assessments

By Braun Intertec

Nondestructive examination (NDE) techniques are crucial for ensuring the integrity and reliability of materials and structures without causing damage. Laser profilometry has emerged as a powerful tool in NDE applications, enabling precise and high-resolution surface evaluation for defect detection and characterization. This technology addresses common issues with traditional surface evaluation methods such as poor resolution, precision, speed for detailed measurement, and repeatability of data.

Want to know how? Watch this webinar to get a deeper understanding of laser profilometry and its applications in nondestructive examination. Led by Dan Bender, an experienced professional in the oil and gas industry, the webinar will explore laser scanning from the system itself, the analysis and data produced, and the benefits it can provide in pipeline and transmission-related applications.

Key webinar highlights:

  • The laser scanning system overview — What does the equipment look like and how long does it take to setup?
  • Part preparation and environmental considerations — On what materials, and where, can the laser be utilized?
  • Real examples from the field — What sort of data does the laser provide?
  • Weighing the pros and cons of laser scanning — What can a laser do that manual methods can’t?

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    Meet the Speaker

    Daniel Bender

    Pipeline Integrity and Advanced Services Technician

    Dan Bender has been in the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) industry for 10 years and has spent the majority of that time in the Oil and Gas industry performing pipeline integrity assessments (PIA / PLI), specifically In-Line Inspection (ILI) tool verifications. Dan specializes in advanced services, performing inspections with phased array ultrasonics (PAUT), surface analysis with 3d laser scanning, and automated robotic inspections (AUT). Dan is a Level II technician in ultrasonic testing (UT), phased array ultrasonics (PAUT), magnetic particle testing (MT), penetrant testing (PT), a level I NACE coatings inspector (CIP), and a Veriforce Evaluator for pipeline related operator qualifications. These advances services put Dan on the forefront of the technology driven inspections that are becoming increasingly requested and required within the industry. From coast to coast and north to south, Dan has provided advanced services for customers across the United States.

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