PCMx

Pipeline integrity and corrosion control

Radiodetection’s PCMx system enables corrosion and Cathodic Protection System (CPS) professionals to evaluate the condition and effectiveness of pipeline coatings. Users can locate faults and holidays in the coatings, and identify shorts caused by contact to other structures. Our portable 25W transmitter represents a major advance in portability and usability.

PCMx enables pipeline managers to identify and prioritise preventative maintenance on pipelines; extending asset life by identifying possible sources of corrosion at an early stage.

The system can be used to conduct ACCA and ACVG surveys in accordance with ANSI/NACE SP0502-2010 ‘Standard Practice for Pipeline External Corrosion Direct Assessment Methodology’. These surveys, which may be conducted separately or simultaneously, can be used to locate and pinpoint coating defects or identify shorts made by contacts with other structures.

Removal of the detachable foot leaves a fully-featured RD8100PDLG pipe and cable locator. Depth of cover and GPS positional data is also captured.

Overview Features Software Downloads

Simultaneous survey option

User selects simultaneous or separate ACVG and ACCA surveys.

Improved ergonomics

Receiver weighs just 4.9lbs (2.2kg), easing full-day usage.

Removable foot

Leaves a fully-featured, premium RD8100 pipe & cable locator.

One second mapping measurements

Saves time and money.

Integrated GPS

Automatic capture of GPS co-ordinates on survey logs.

Depth of cover

Pipeline depth recorded alongside current, voltage and GPS data.

Companion Android App

Allows graphing on the move, includes walk-back and walk-forward.

PC App

Offers improved charting tools.

Peak+

Guidance arrows for quick location, Null arrows to check for distortion.

New Tx-25

Smaller, lighter transmitter with rechargeable battery, ideal for distribution networks.

Tx-150

Transmits 19mile+ (30km+) signals for long-range transmission pipelines.

Enhanced self-test

Checks calibration of receiver, giving on-site user confidence.

eCert

Verify and certify the calibration of your PCMx receiver using PCM Manager PC software.

Software and Apps

Mobile App for Android cell phone or tablet (data transfer via Bluetooth)
PC App for PC (data transfer via USB)