Baugh & Weedon Truflux

• Efficient and effective mechanical design
• Superior resolution 0.2in - 0.04in (5.2mm x 1mm)
• Lightweight 71lbs (32kg) (Including battery)
• Easy to transport, total shipping weight under 132lbs (60kg) (Not including laptop)
• Easy reporting via laptop, USB
• Semi-rugged laptop upgradeable to a fully rugged option
• Unique damping system provides easy lift-off
• High resolution optical encoder. Positional accuracy of ± 0.04in (1mm) over a 0.8in (20m) scan track
• Fast track-to-track scanning images
• USB connectivity means the Truflux effectively works as a simple "plug and play" unit
• Off-the-shelf battery technology
  
  

It is vital that the TruFlux is calibrated on a known test plate before an inspection of a tank floor is carried out.

If using the software for the first time a calibration file must be produced for the material thickness you intend to inspect. Multiple calibration files for each material thickness can be produced at any one time.

Calibration files are stored for a maximum of 30 days, where after a new calibration will be required. The software will always use the most recent calibration file.

Allow motor to move the instrument from the start point to end point, on the plate, in one continuous smooth operation. It is important for the instrument to run the entire length of the calibration plate, including the first 300-400mm before the first indication. As this part of the plate is
used to capture data where there are no indications, this is an important part of the calibration as general noise levels are eliminated. Once stopped, unlatch or re-press the calibrate button.

Once satisfied with the signal display, you can move each cursor bar onto its corresponding indication. You will notice that each moveable bar has a number that corresponds to each indication. Pick up the bars individually and place into the center of each indication – bisecting the indication through its center.

The bars are used to register the signal amplitude that corresponds to each percentage loss indication. This then sets the reference amplitude curve for the software when scanning.

Once this has been done the calibration can be accepted by pressing the accept button.

Now the calibration has been completed, inspection's relating to that particular plate thickness, can begin.

All calibration types are stored for a maximum of 30 day, there after a new calibration will be required.

1. All floor plate thicknesses including annular plate
2. If any floor plate coatings are present and their thickness; simulation of coating thickness will have to be simulated during calibration
3. General condition of plates – floor plates need to be free from loose scale and relatively clean
4. Presence of heater coils and other obstructions
5. Floor plate numbering system to be used

Step 1 – Inspect
From the front panel click inspect

Step 4 – ‘Plate' Tab
To create plates, enter a plate number into the plate field. You can enter as many plates as needed, dimensions will be identical to the first plate, however you can change their dimensions any time prior to collecting data

Step 5 – Scanning Mode
Press the scan button. The instrument should now be in position to start scanning runs, with the first track starting from the selected datum point.

Step 6 – View the Results
You will now see a scanned plate image. To view in greater detail; right click on image and select full screen.

Yes.
Minimal effort required to break magnet contact, resulting in considerably less operator fatigue

Yes.
The scan track can be fully aligned when the magnet is in contact with the plate, alleviating the need to break contact if track alignment was not achieved

• TruFlux Magnetic Flux Leakage Tank Floor Scanner System made up of 1 Head Unite and 1 Handle & Laptop Platform Assembly
• Laptop for operation of software with an additional external battery. Must keep all packaging for the laptop to ensure warranty
• Truflux Software fully loaded onto the laptop
• 2 Batteries
• Cable for attaching from the battery to the unit
• Hard transport case for the TruFlux unit and laptop
• Hard transport case for the batteries