Detailed Overview

A rugged, tracked magnetic inspection crawler robot designed for remote visual and NDT inspection of ferrous surfaces. It adheres to steel walls (like ship hulls and storage tanks) to carry inspection payloads (cameras, UT probes) to hard-to-reach areas. The crawler provides a safe and efficient platform for remote NDT and visual inspection, drastically reducing the need for scaffolding or working at height.

A heavy-duty, all-terrain robotic platform for remote visual and NDT inspection in challenging environments.

• This robust, magnetic multi-track/wheel robot is designed to traverse vertical, inverted, and difficult ferrous surfaces, carrying high-resolution cameras and other NDT sensors.
• It is controlled remotely via a tethered system for reliable data transmission and power delivery, ensuring long inspection times.
• The system includes the Panther crawler vehicle, the control console, a long tether cable on a reel, and the camera/lighting module.
• Its strong magnetic adhesion ensures safe operation on large vertical and overhead structures.

Top Features & Benefits

• Inspection robot (crawler) for internal and external pipe/structure inspection.
• Powerful magnetic wheels/tracks for climbing and overhead operation on ferrous materials.
• Modular design to carry various NDT payloads (UT thickness gauges, laser profilers, Eddy Current).
• High maneuverability and robust, weather-resistant construction.
• Eliminates the need for scaffolding for tank and vessel inspection.

Primary Uses & Functions

An inspection crawler robot used for visual and non-destructive testing on ferrous surfaces in confined spaces, pipelines, and hazardous areas.

Real-World Applications

• External and internal inspection of storage tanks (shells and roofs) and pressure vessels.
• Internal Pipeline Inspection for structural integrity and defects (for suitable diameters).
• Inspection of ship hulls, offshore platforms, and other large metallic structures.
• Carrying UT sensors for corrosion mapping and thickness measurements at height.

Industry Solutions

• Oil & Gas (Tank and vessel inspection)
• Petrochemical (Process vessel integrity)
• Power Generation (Boiler and stack inspection)
• Manufacturing (Structural steel and large equipment NDT)

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• A mobile inspection platform for tanks, pipelines, and large vessels, utilizing strong magnetic adherence to steel surfaces.
• Compatible with various NDT payloads (e.g., UT, video, thermal, Eddy Current) via a modular mounting interface.
• Requires a tether management system, control console, and power supply for operation.

What’s In The Box?

• Panther Inspection Crawler vehicle (Magnetic drive unit).
• Control unit/Operator station (Ground station with monitor and controls).
• Tether cable and winder system (length varies).
• High-definition camera and lighting system.
• Transportation cases and spares kit.

Also Known As

Magnetic Scanning Robot, Remote Visual Tool, Weld NDT Crawler, UT Scanner Robot, Tank Wall Crawler