TWS Web Inspection Systems

Capabilities & Functionality

The TWS is a 3-axis ultrasonic immersion system designed to offer automated and semi-automated through transmission inspection of composite panels in low access areas. This system has been designed by Tieval, and features precision engineered linear axes, high accuracy motors and gearboxes and is offered with a variety of integrated ultrasonic solutions. The system also features Tieval’s bespoke TiCore software and full remote pendant support.

The system is capable of through transmission C-Scan inspection on composite components with the following geometries:

• Flat composite sheets
• Composite web structures sandwiched between larger panels
• Single curved composite sheets – upon request

System Features

• Multi Axis Scanning – The system features 3 fully automated axes with manual probe orientation. The TWS can be configured for polygonal, rectilinear or contour C-scan inspection at the touch of a button, with no need for tooling or fixturing changes.
• Live A-Scan and C-Scan capture – The TWS displays live A-Scan data during C-Scan capture, allowing operators to identify defects in real time.
• Bespoke Software – The system is coupled to our bespoke TiCore software. TiCore has been developed for the automated and semi-automated inspection of metallic and composite components and meets the requirements of major technical specifications. TiCore is routinely updated and upgraded as part of our commitment to progress.
• Pendant Support – Upon request the system can be supplied with a Trio Teach Pendant which can be used for all aspects of motor control, scan programming and A-scan viewing.
• Fully Customisable – Tieval specialise in bespoke automated and semi-automated systems. As such the TWS can be reconfigured to meet any customer requirement.
• Precision Manufacturing – Each TWS is hand-built with precision-machined components in our UK factory by our team of experts.
• Safety as Standard – All linear axes are fitted with electronic limit switches and bump stops as standard. An electrical isolator and multiple emergency stops are fitted to the system to improve operator safety. Upon customer request further safety features such as light curtains, caging and door switches can also be added.
• Water Treatment – Water in the TWS is continuously circulated through mechanical cartridge filters (100µm and 5µm) and an ultraviolet water treatment unit to limit bacterial and particulate contamination. Upon request a heater unit with an in-built programmable thermostat can be added to maintain a constant water temperature.

Specification

Linear Axes

* Maximum speeds listed here are software limited. Theoretical maximum speeds are greater than the quoted value