Ultrasonic Multi-Channel Falcon

High-Resolution Metal Loss Inspection for Critical Pipeline Threats

Metal loss is the most common integrity threat facing pipeline operators. Internal corrosion, external corrosion, pitting, pinhole defects, erosion, and localized wall loss can develop over decades before becoming critical integrity concerns.

Dexon developed the Ultrasonic Multi-Channel (UT-MC) Falcon to provide high-resolution ultrasonic inspection for a range of pipeline assets, including those historically considered unpiggable. Combining award-winning UT technology with bespoke engineering, the UT-MC Falcon provides operators with the data required to make confident integrity decisions.

Industry-leading resolution

≥ 4 × 4 mm resolution & ± 0.3 mm depth

Bespoke inspection tools

In-house design, fabrication, assembly, & testing

Rapid turnaround for tools

Integrated engineering & manufacturing — no outsource delays

First-run success

92% first-run success rate

On-time reporting

98% on-time delivery of final report

Technical Capabilities

Specification	Metric
Sampling resolution	≤ 4 × 4 mm
Depth POS	± 0.3 mm
Length POS	±6.0 mm
Width POS	±6.0 mm

Crack Threats Addressed

Pitting & Corrosion Cluster

Internal Corrosion

Complex Corrosion

• Internal/external corrosion
• Pitting corrosion 
• Pinholes
• General wall loss 
• Corrosion clusters
• Erosion 
• MIC-related damage
• Laminations 

Additional Pipeline Threats Addressed

Crack

Geometric Defects

Operational Capabilities

Short Traps

1.5D Bends

• 3-inch and larger pipeline diameters
• Tight-radius bends
• Multi-diameter pipelines
• Bi-directional pipelines
• Long-distance pipelines
• Small-bore piping
• Challenging launcher
• Able to inspect in viscous liquids (see the UT-MC Octopus)

Full-Scale Testing & Validation

Engineers validate each UT-MC Falcon system at Dexon's 7-acre test facility using closed-loop push-through systems and representative defect samples. Artificial metal loss defects, pitting, and corrosion features are installed to verify detection capability, sizing accuracy, and tool passage prior to mobilization. Custom defects, weld anomalies, and representative pipeline geometries can be installed to verify both detection capability and tool passage prior to mobilization. Clients are welcome to witness testing, technology demonstrations, and inspection validation activities at Dexon's X-Base research and testing facility.

Need a Metal Loss Inspection Partner?

Corrosion threats require more than simple detection. Operators need reliable sizing, accurate locations, and confidence in the integrity decisions that follow. Combining high-resolution ultrasonic inspection and bespoke engineering solutions, the UT-MC Falcon provides the data operators need to safely manage their assets. Talk to Dexon's engineering team today about your corrosion threat, pipeline configuration, and inspection requirements.