Aboveground Storage Tank Shell

A global oil and gas leader utilized Gecko Robotics’ robust inspection data to save over one million dollars in replacement costs.

2.5

shifts instead of over 5 weeks

39

million UT data readings

$1.2M

saved on repair costs

Challenge

Internal coating failure causing corrosion
Traditional full-coverage inspection methods require extensive downtime
Replacement cost for the shell would cost $1.2 million

Solution

Full-coverage RUG inspection using TOKA^® 4 robotic inspection platform
Gecko Portal^®software

Result

Full-coverage inspection completed in 2.5 shifts instead of 5 weeks for traditional AUT
Significant cost savings for inspection
No scaffolding or dedicated company resources required
39 million UT data readings obtained
Saved the refinery over one million dollars in tank replacement costs by targeting areas in need of repair

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