Marine and subsea firm Inspection Monitoring Engineering Solutions (IMES) has invested US$75,481 (£50,000) in new technology, expanding its existing service offering for clients in the oil and gas industry.
The Aberdeen-based company, which provides inspection, monitoring and engineering solutions to the global energy, defense and industrial markets, has added the Viper Maxi MK II wire rope lubricator and Wire Rope non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment to its range of products.
IMES is a UK distributor for Viper, a wire rope pressure lubrication system manufacturer, and NDT technologies, which offers non-destructive testing of wire ropes.
Previously, IMES could lubricate wire ropes of up to 67mm in diameter, but using the Viper Maxi MK II, ropes ranging from 8mm to 165mm can be automatically greased at speeds of up to 2000 m/hr.
This technology allows ropes to be cleaned and lubricated on site with less wastage, and removes the need for manual greasing. Due to its lighter weight, the product can also be installed by one person, rather than two.
In addition, IMES has launched Wire Rope NDT equipment, expanding its capability for inspecting ropes from 83mm up to 115mm.The technology aims to provide assurances on wire rope integrity, detecting and measuring both surface and internal faults.
Assessments are performed on site and are unaffected by wire rope lubricant, paint, dirt or plastic sealing material.
“By making this proactive investment in new technology, we are able to offer our clients an even greater selection of services which can help them save both time and resources,” said Jason Smith, chief operating officer at IMES.
Image: Viper wire rope lubrication system/Engage PR
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