Destructive Testing of Set-In and Set-on Nozzle connection welds

Aug 2018

Gas Transmission

Reference: NIA_NGGT0136

Status: Complete

Start Date: Aug 2018

End Date: Dec 2018

Funding Licencee(s): National Grid Gas Transmission

Contact: Alan Kirkham

Funding Mechanism Network Innovation Allowance

Research Area: GT - Reliability and maintenance

Core Technology(ies): Gas Transmission Networks

Estimated Expenditure: £123,516.00

Introduction: The objective of the project will be to determine that with the selection of a suitable non-destructive ultrasonic system and using suitably controlled techniques, it is possible to detect defects within the set-in and set-on nozzle connections which could be detrimental to the integrity of that weld.

Objectives: The objective of the project will be to determine the selection of a suitable non-destructive testing technique that makes it possible to detect defects within the set-in and set-on nozzle connections, which could be detrimental to the integrity of the welds.

Expected Benefits: To detect defects within the set-in and set-on nozzle connections which could be detrimental to the integrity of that weld.