Long Range Ultrasonic Testing (LRUT) is an advanced ultrasonic technique designed to examine extended lengths of suitable pipework from a localized inspection position.

This makes LRUT particularly useful where conventional point-by-point inspection would require significant access, preparation or inspection time.

At KLASIC Oil Inspection Services Limited, LRUT can support screening and integrity assessment of suitable pipelines and pipework, particularly where clients need to identify areas requiring further detailed examination.

WHERE LRUT CAN ADD VALUE

LRUT can be considered for suitable:

• Pipelines
• Process piping
• Above-ground pipework
• Difficult-to-access pipe sections
• Insulated pipework, where the inspection configuration is suitable
• Areas where extensive access would be challenging

WHAT LRUT CAN HELP IDENTIFY

LRUT can provide indications associated with changes in the pipe wall, including conditions related to:

• Corrosion
• Wall loss
• Pitting
• Other relevant forms of deterioration

LRUT is particularly valuable as a screening technique, helping identify areas that may require localized follow-up inspection using conventional UT or other appropriate NDT methods.

REDUCING INSPECTION ACCESS REQUIREMENTS

One of the key advantages of LRUT is its ability to inspect a relatively long section of suitable pipe from a localized position.

This can help reduce the need for extensive access arrangements in certain applications and can support inspection planning where conventional access is difficult.

FROM SCREENING TO DETAILED ASSESSMENT

At KLASIC, LRUT results can form part of a wider pipeline integrity strategy.

Where an area of concern is identified, additional inspection techniques such as conventional UT, corrosion mapping or other appropriate advanced NDT methods can be considered to characterize the condition in greater detail.

This creates a practical inspection pathway:

Long-range screening → Identify areas of interest → Detailed examination → Condition assessment → Maintenance decision

WHY KLASIC?

Our objective is not simply to collect inspection data. We help clients use inspection information to understand where attention may be required and where further assessment can provide greater confidence.

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