Cygnus is a world-renowned leader in user-friendly and durable Ultrasonic Testing (UT) equipment for reliable ultrasonic measurement above and below water. Since 1983, Cygnus has been working alongside ship surveyors and commercial divers. Drawing from 40+ years of experience and knowledge of the marine industry, Cygnus offers unmatched expert solutions that address challenges faced by the industry.

Our Cygnus 1 Ex Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge delivers an exceptional experience in user control and safety, setting a new standard in intrinsically safe Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement (UTM). The Ex gauge features a variety of adjustable settings and functionality designed to accommodate users of varying experience levels – an invaluable tool allowing offshore teams in hazardous environments to carry out regular preventative structural monitoring without the costs of shutdown, disruption or outsourcing whilst balancing increasing demand in a 24/7 production culture.

In terms of safety, regular maintenance is a top priority for industries handling hazardous materials or operating in explosive atmospheres, such as oil rigs, FPSOs or FSOs. The Cygnus 1 Ex ultrasonic thickness gauge, designed for use in all hazardous Zones (0, 1, 2), is not only safe to use but also certified Intrinsically Safe to Zone 0 (the most dangerous area) for ATEX, IECEx and UKEX. This Ex-Certified UTM Gauge eliminates the need for Hot Work Permits or shutdowns.

Structural integrity hazards such as corrosion pose a critical threat to any assets. Marine structures and vessels like LNG or LPG tankers, are constantly exposed to moisture in the air and salt water, which are known to cause and accelerate corrosion. To mitigate this, marine vessels are coated with protective coatings. However, these protective coatings present obstacles to corrosion monitoring and inspection. To combat this, the Cygnus-pioneered Multiple Echo technology can measure just the thickness of the substrate material under test and ignore any protective coatings. This effectively eliminates the time and cost of removing anti-corrosive coatings while avoiding the risk of exposing the material to further corrosion. Moreover, the Cygnus 1 Ex gauge works with a selection of Cygnus’ single-crystal and twin-crystal probes to suit varying corrosion levels and different materials. Additionally, the Cygnus High-Temperature Ex probe enables continuous thickness measurement on hot assets without a shutdown or isolation.

Cygnus Instruments celebrated its 40th anniversary last year and has been a leading manufacturer, providing reliable ultrasonic testing equipment for asset integrity management (AIM) above and below water across various industry sectors. All Cygnus ultrasonic testing equipment is simple to use, robust, and has a three-year warranty.