(CorDEX: North York Shire, UK) -- CorDEX Instruments unveiled the CorDEX UT5000 tester, an intrinsically safe ultrasonic radio-frequency identification (RFID) handheld unit designed for testing and detecting corrosion in pipeline networks.

The UT5000 uses RFID technology to locate and log up to 1,000 measurements, each linked to a specific location, date, and time. The UT5000 also measures metal thickness for nondestructive testing on pipes and fixed equipment within hazardous locations, providing data for developing a predictive maintenance program to improve safety.

The device can be used for days or weeks in the field before data are downloaded. With the power of RFID technology, it can become the go-to resource when creating reports to identify and trend developing trouble spots.

In addition, the device features a “corrosion mode” that helps identify thinning spots, and MultiECHO technology improves measurement accuracy on uneven surfaces.

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