Its no secret that Petrochemical plants are high-risk environments. Places where gas leaks can lead to serious safety hazards, environmental damage and operational losses. In recent times, to detect these leaks, traditional methods such as soap and bubble tests or handheld sniffers have been used.
There is however, a problem with these methods… Firstly, they’re time-consuming. Going round a huge plant with nothing but a handheld sniffer to detect leaks across hundreds of pipes would take days, weeks, maybe months. They’re also, generally unreliable and will likely miss small leaks in complex piping systems.
And when working in places such as petrochemical plants, the act of detecting these leaks could be dangerous… With leakage of toxic / flammable gases, it doesn’t take much for it to all go wrong very quickly.
Overall, these outdated methods not only lose you manpower due to hours spent searching for these gas leaks, they also lose you money, in both wasted work and leaked gas.
Introducing the CRY8124
This is why a new method was developed. Acoustic imaging with an acoustic camera. The CRY 8124 Acoustic Imaging Camera offers a faster, non-contact solution by visualising ultrasound signals produced by gas leaks.
This is all done by a handheld iPad like object that you point at a problem area and it identifies the issue, the leakage rate, the financial impact and exports it into an easy to read yet comprehensive report (which can all be done in less than 5 minutes.)
So what are some key applications of this camera, when dealing with petrochemical plants?
Inspecting Duct Galleries
Duct galleries house numerous pipelines, valves, and fittings, making manual inspections inefficient and expensive. With the help of acoustic imaging, you can detect high-frequency sounds from leaks, even in hard-to-reach areas. This allows technicians to scan entire sections from a safe distance with ease.
Monitoring Tank Areas
Gas leaks in storage tanks often result from faulty seals during the loading and unloading process. The CRY 8124 identifies leaks before they become critical, reducing product loss and safety risks. The camera provides a clear acoustic map, helping operators pinpoint the exact source of a problem.
Checking Combustion Furnace Pipelines
Gas supply lines under combustion furnaces are often neglected in routine inspections. Small leaks in these areas can lead to combustion inefficiencies or hazardous conditions. Acoustic imaging detects these leaks quickly and can be exported into reports that can then be used to address problem areas.
Inspecting Oil Delivery Devices
Continuous movement of oil transfer systems can cause gradual seal degradation. This leads to the creation of undetected leaks that lead to vapor buildup, increasing fire and explosion risks. The CRY8124 provides a real-time assessment, allowing for proactive maintenance without the need for lengthy tests.
What makes the CRY8124 Unique when dealing with Petrochemical Plants?
Enhanced Leak Detection: With the highest mic count in a handheld device, the CRY 8124 can detect gas leaks up to 200 meters away, meaning you can safely detect gas leaks from a distance.
Background Noise Filtering: Its proprietary HyperVision algorithm isolates target sounds from other noise sources, giving you an extreme level of accuracy even in noisy environments.
Dual Thermal and Acoustic Imaging: The CRY 8124 combines thermal imaging with acoustic detection, allowing simultaneous visuals of thermal and ultrasonic data. This is especially useful in hot environments, where identifying temperature patterns aids in troubleshooting.
Operating up to 10 hours with replaceable batteries, the CRY 8124 is designed for continuous use in large facilities. Wireless data transfer and advanced reporting software simplify documentation, allowing for seamless sharing of inspection data.
Saving you time and money.
One of the best features of the CRY 8124 is it’s reporting capabilities. This camera is able to produce a report which would typically take hours, in just a few minutes. With information on the gas that is leaking, the pressure levels, the DB, the location and even the amount of money you’re losing from the leak. All presented in an easy-to-read PDF with images of the leak included too.
So not only are you saving time on detecting the leak, but you’re also saving time on reporting on the leak. Altogether, you can do what could be a full days work in mere minutes with this camera.
Now imagine spreading this over a plant, you could be saving hundreds of thousands and potentially saving the lives of your staff with a camera like this.
To find out more check out the CRY8124 or speak with our team
