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Project/Technology:
Keyhole Pipeline Inspection Camera System
Status:
Commercial Product
Commercializer:
ULC Robotics More »
Program Area(s):
Damage Prevention and Mitigation -- Excavation Damage Prevention
Project/Technology Description:
The ULC Robotics’ PRX250K Keyhole Camera Inspection System is used in live gas mains to detect and assist in the repair of water ingress, locating blockages, verify installations, repairs, and other issues involving 2 to 12 inch diameter gas distribution mains. A power drive motorized cable feeder is used to insert the camera in the live main, allowing the inspection work to be accomplished through small 18-inch diameter keyhole cuts in the pavement.
Impact of Project/Technology on Technological Advancement to Gas Industry:
The PRX250K contains unique features such as a motor driven cable feeder and self-deploying centering system provides a high yield on equipment investment as well as faster, more reliable inspections in live lines.
Applicable Metrics:
Reduced Operations Cost - The use of the camera in the multiple pipeline operations provides a cost effective method utilizing small keyhole cuts in the pavement which can be reinstated to the original pavement condition. The camera increases the reliability of the repair operation and detects flaws and blockages of the gas line system.
Greater Reliability -
References:
ULC Robotics, www.ulcrobotics.com

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