Sonatest VEO+ PAUT System

Description

Sonatest VEO+ PAUT System – Advanced Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing Platform

The Sonatest VEO+ PAUT System is a premium phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) instrument developed for advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) applications. Designed to meet the demands of modern inspection professionals, the VEO+ combines high-speed data acquisition, powerful phased array imaging, Full Matrix Capture (FMC), Total Focusing Method (TFM), and Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) capabilities in a rugged and portable platform.

Built upon Sonatest’s proven VEO technology, the VEO+ delivers superior inspection performance for weld examination, corrosion mapping, crack detection, composite inspection, and critical asset integrity assessments across industries such as oil & gas, aerospace, manufacturing, power generation, transportation, and petrochemical processing.

Why Choose the Sonatest VEO+?

The Sonatest VEO+ offers a complete ultrasonic inspection solution that combines advanced imaging technology with an intuitive user experience.

Key Advantages

• Advanced PAUT, TOFD, FMC, and TFM capabilities
• High-speed data acquisition architecture
• Exceptional imaging resolution
• Portable and field-rugged design
• Multi-touch user interface
• Powerful analysis and reporting software
• Industry-leading weld inspection tools
• Corrosion mapping support
• Flexible probe compatibility
• Future-ready software upgradeability

Advanced Inspection Technologies

Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)

The VEO+ supports sophisticated phased array inspections with advanced beam steering and focusing capabilities.

PAUT Features

• Sectorial Scans (S-Scans)
• Linear Scans (L-Scans)
• Electronic Scans (E-Scans)
• Dynamic Depth Focusing
• Multi-Group Inspection
• Real-Time Data Visualization
• High-Speed Encoder Integration

Benefits

• Increased inspection coverage
• Faster examination times
• Improved flaw characterization
• Enhanced Probability of Detection (POD)

Full Matrix Capture (FMC)

FMC technology captures all transmit-receive combinations within the probe array.

FMC Advantages

• Complete data acquisition
• Superior image reconstruction
• Improved defect visualization
• Advanced post-processing flexibility

Total Focusing Method (TFM)

TFM provides highly detailed ultrasonic images through advanced signal processing.

TFM Benefits

• Exceptional defect characterization
• Improved sizing accuracy
• Enhanced resolution
• Better detection of complex indications
• Compliance with modern inspection standards

TOFD Applications

• Pressure vessel inspections
• Pipeline weld inspection
• Structural weld evaluation
• Nuclear industry examinations

Software and Data Management

Integrated Inspection Software

The VEO+ software suite supports the entire inspection workflow.

Data Acquisition Features

• Multi-group acquisitions
• Encoder synchronization
• Real-time recording
• High-speed processing

Analysis Features

• Defect sizing
• Amplitude analysis
• DAC curves
• DGS/AVG evaluations
• AWS weld assessments
• Code-compliant inspections

Reporting Features

• PDF reports
• Inspection summaries
• Defect documentation
• Scan image exports
• Customer-ready reporting

Industrial Applications

Oil & Gas Industry

Applications include:

• Pipeline inspection
• Refinery maintenance
• Pressure vessel examination
• Offshore platform integrity

Aerospace Industry

Used for:

• Composite inspection
• Aircraft structures
• Turbine component testing
• Bond integrity assessment

Power Generation

Suitable for:

• Nuclear inspections
• Steam piping
• Turbine rotors
• Boiler systems

Manufacturing Industry

Ideal for:

• Weld quality control
• Production testing
• Heavy fabrication
• Structural inspections

General Specifications

PAUT Specifications

FMC and TFM Specifications

TOFD Specifications