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Advanced Pipe Profiling System at Austeck

Pipe profiling is important for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of pipeline systems. The Pipe Profiling System at Austeck allows fabricators and manufacturers to use mechanised processing. This drastically saves time and resources that would have otherwise been spent on manual processing.

The Importance of Ovality Measurement

Ovality measurement is crucial to ensuring the efficiency and life expectancy of any pipe system, especially in sewer and drainage networks. Ovality measures the deviation of a pipe’s cross-section from a perfect circle. It is mostly expressed as a percentage of the diameter of the pipe. It is one of the most critical parameters concerning the shape and health status of a pipe.

Here is an overview of why it is important:

Structural Integrity

Indicator of Issues: Ovality can indicate any structural integrity problems with the pipe.
Failure Risk: High ovality typically reflects a higher risk of failure that needs to be addressed immediately.

Flow Efficiency

Low Capacity: Pipes that are not perfectly circular can experience reduced flow efficiency.
Blockages: Any deviations from ideal pipe shapes lead to blockages, which eventually bring down the efficiency of the system.

Early Warning System

Proactive Maintenance: Ovality detection early on can ensure timely maintenance and repair planning before it reaches a critical situation.
Pre-emptive Actions: Regular measurement can help address minor problems before they become critical.

Causes of Ovality

Ground Movement: Shifts in the ground or settling can deform pipes.
External Pressure: Heavy traffic or other external pressures may be the source of ovality.
Installation Issues: Poor installation practices may be responsible for initial ovality problems.
Material Degradation: Over time, pipe materials can degrade and lose their original shape.

Evaluation Criteria

Material Specific Ranges: There exist different percentage ranges that are accepted for different materials.
Concern Threshold: The concern threshold generally comes at an ovality of more than 5–10%, although sometimes the acceptance limit varies depending on material and industry standards.

Rehabilitation Planning

Repair Methods: Ovality measurement provides information on the best mode of repair to be adopted, which could either be relining, pipe bursting, or full replacement.
Strategic Decisions: Accurate data supports effective rehabilitation strategies.

Compliance

Industry Standards: Most regulations and standards call for ovality measurements as a requirement of quality assurance.
Regulatory Requirements: It is necessary to adhere to such standards to maintain compliance.

Cost Implications

Cost Savings: Identifying ovality issues early can lead to significant savings in repair costs.
Budget Prioritization: Help in effective budgetary allocation for maintenance.

CCTV Inspection

Modern Tools: A good CCTV inspection system integrated with advanced tools will generally incorporate the measuring and reporting of ovality.
Data-Driven Decisions: Providing quantifiable data is critical to making an informed decision.

Material Issues

Tolerance Levels: There are different ovality tolerances for different materials, such as concrete, PVC, and HDPE.
Material Selection: Affects decisions about either the replacement or new installations of particular materials.

Long-term Asset Management

Lifecycle Prediction: Tracking ovality over time helps in predicting the lifespan of pipe assets.
Management Strategies: Helps to formulate feasible management strategies for the pipe assets.

One of the most critical parameters measured in pipe inspection and maintenance is ovality. The information it provides about the health status of a pipe is very important for an effective and long-lasting pipeline system; in this way, it enables better management and cost-effective maintenance.

Laser Pipe Profiling at Austeck

At Austeck, we provide you with an advanced system for a combination of CCTV inspection and laser pipe profiling in mainlines.

The KS 135 Scan has revolutionised the pipe profiling process using the “spinning laser” profiling technology. It is a 3-in-1 system, a single module upgrade to the L 135 crawler platform. Two laser diodes are integrated on either side of the conventional CCTV camera lens to perform three functions:

Conventional CCTV video pipe inspection
Laser profiling is the precise measurement of the diameter, deflection, and deformation of pipes.
Crack and joint measurement

Connect with our team today for your pipe profiling needs!

Testimonials

I’m a plumber and have been in the game for over 40 years. I have used a lot of different equipment but when it comes to the pipe camera I choose I go for the Troglotech T804 every time without hesitation. It’s the most robust, reliable and user friendly system on the market by far. I also tip my hat to the Austeck service team for the first class support they have provided to me over the years.

Peter Vaughn, Peter Vaughan Plumbing

There’s a lot of choice out there now when it comes to drain cameras and the decision as to which one will be the best for your needs can be a tricky one. Ultimately, for us at Drain Tech Australia, it came down to back-up and support. The environments we operate are very harsh and often unpredictable which can result in unforeseen contingencies. The reliability and moreover the serviceability of the equipment is therefore crucial. To achieve to outcomes we want, which often requires around the clock support, we use Austeck for all our equipment needs.

Steven Gall, Operations Manager, Drain Tech Australia

The Drain Man, has been servicing plumbing and pipeline infrastructure requirements in Victoria and New South Wales for over 20 years. We use a vast array of different systems and pride ourselves on utilizing the latest technologies to provide the best possible Solutions for our clients. When it comes to the sewer inspection cameras we use for the networks we maintain, we predominantly rely on Austeck’s experience and expertise to provide the supply and support services we need.

Brendan Dover, CEO, The Drain Man

“I first started using the ELS about 8 months ago and since then, with all the Sydney Water contracts out at the moment, have done over 5000 house service lines, about 30 a day, no joke! And that’s through the trap and all! The ELS is by far the toughest, most durable, reliable, easy to use piece of camera gear I’ve ever used. I honestly can’t say enough about it.”

David Francois, Viewpoint Technologies, Sydney NSW

This camera is head and shoulders above the rest. Worth every cent!

Jarrod Wilson, Underground Engineering Solutions, Melbourne VIC

“I haven’t had it long but so far it’s a little ripper! It’s performed beyond all expectations, worth every penny…I’m absolutely wrapped!”

John O’Neill, Tunnel Vision, Perth WA

“I’ve been in the camera game for as long as it’s been around and for my money nothing compares to the ELS. I picked up one a couple of months ago and haven’t looked back since. The difference between it and other cameras I’ve seen is… well, it’s like chalk and cheese. Nothing else out there is as compact or easy to use. It’s a great little unit.”

Les Smith, Pipe-Eye, Gavan QLD

“The ELS has been great for business; it’s definitely more reliable than any other system I’ve tried – A real winner in my book!”

Mike Kelly, Metropolitan Drain Cleaning, Melbourne VIC

“Since I bought my ELS camera my work load has increased so much I’ve had to put on another guy just to keep up… The way things are going, I will be buying another ELS camera very soon.”

Joe Bainey, Joe Bainey Plumbing, Granville NSW

“I started leasing the flexiprobe ELS system thorough Austeck two weeks ago. Since then I have done over 8 jobs with the camera and through word of mouth have drummed up over 4 jobs for next week alone…”

Jeremy Macpherson, Jeremy Macpherson Plumbing, Caringbah NSW

“I got my first ELS camera unit from Austeck two and a half years ago, and once the lease is up in March I’ll be fitting out another truck with another ELS camera unit for sure!”

Jeremy Macpherson, Jeremy Macpherson Plumbing, Caringbah NSW

Working with Austeck has been fantastic. One of the smartest business moves I’ve made…almost every camera job has lead to follow on work, like sewer re-lays!

Edo Rutstein, Ben Plumbers, Bondi NSW

“I’m a plumber with a camera business and I bought the ELS because I had to. My clients kept on asking for it and I was getting tired of losing jobs and paying other blokes my hard earned dollars because I didn’t have one. I tell you what though, I’m glad I bought it when I did… It’s been unreal for business. The quality is exceptional and the amount of follow-on work I get from it is unbelievable. And what’s more I’m not losing jobs or clients to other plumbers anymore.”

Gared O’Neill, Australian Water Blasting, Sans Souci NSW

"I have ten blokes working for me, giving them a camera to use is like giving them an extra qualification. Not only do my clients trust them more but they’re willing to pay more for the service. I’ll be getting me another one in the next few months for sure."

Paul Smithers, Atlantic Plumbing, Artarmon NSW

“I’ve had the T804 for the last 2 years and use it almost every day, it’s what my business and the market is demanding – reliability, quality of reporting and service. It’s been fantastic.”

Redmond Marshall, Jender Services, Darwin NT

“Three years ago I bought my first Pearpoint flexiprobe system and since then have bought three more. I picked up my fourth system only two weeks ago and if business keeps on at this rate I’ll get another one before too long. The performance and reliability of these cameras is excellent and I wouldn’t recommend anything else.”

Barry Maloney, Online Pipe and Cable Locating, Blacktown NSW

David Francois, Viewpoint Technologies, Sydney NSW

“The downtime on services is next to nothing…I’m usually in and out and back on the road within the hour”

Warren Radford, Downunder Pipeline Surveys, Sydney NSW

“Where I work I need reliability and durability with quality reporting. I needed a system that is tough, durable and could deliver clear and accurate reports! The T804 has enabled me to deliver all of this and more. Both the client and I have certainty of job closure. I have no hesitation in recommending the T804 to any plumber who’s looking to grow their business.”

David Lord, David Lord Plumbing, Cloncurry Central QLD

“I’ve only had my ELS camera for a few months and, although I was hesitant at first, I wish I’d started years ago… The camera jobs already account for over one third of my business!”

Ryan McClelland, RP McClelland Plumbing, Northmead NSW

“I’d already invested in a competitor product so the decision to upgrade to the T804 didn’t come easily. But, I’m sure glad I did! The functionality and sheer reliability of the product has been fantastic. I know what I’ll be investing in in the future.”

Rob Smith, Rob Smith Plumbing, Adelaide SA

Tony Maude, Cavalier Plumbing, Sydney NSW

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