Document No.

S-0010-UTA-10001
Automated Ultrasonic Testing Procedure Revision No. 00
for Subsea Oil and Gas Pipelines Date 18JUL2016
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PROJECT INFORMATION
Project Number: S-0010 Owner: ENAP
Project Name: PIAM Project Client: Sea Trucks Group (STG)

REVISION STATUS

DATE OF
REVISION LEVEL DESCRIPTION OF REVISION
REVISION
00 Initial Draft Issue 18JUL2016

DOCUMENT APPROVAL

RESPONSIBILITY NAME / POSITION SIGNATURE DATE

Michael Cook
PREPARED 18JUL2016
Technical Manager

Josh Eanes
REVIEWED 18JUL2016
Operations Manager

Michael Cook
APPROVED 18JUL2016
CGSB L.3 Reg.# 12271

THIS DOCUMENT AND THE INFORMATION DISCLOSED HEREIN ARE PROPRIETARY TO STANLEY INSPECTION AND MUST, ALONG WITH ANY COPIES, BE RETURNED UPON REQUEST. REPRODUCTION,
TRANSMITTING IN ANY FORM, OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION DISCLOSED HEREIN IS PROHIBITED WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION.
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Table of Contents:
1. Purpose..........................................................................................................................................................3
2. Scope .............................................................................................................................................................3
3. Validity ...........................................................................................................................................................3
4. Health/Safety .................................................................................................................................................3
5. Definitions .....................................................................................................................................................4
6. References/Standards ..................................................................................................................................5
7. Quality Assurance and Compliance ...........................................................................................................5
8. Client Responsibility ....................................................................................................................................6
9. Personnel and Qualifications ......................................................................................................................6
10. Calibration Reference Blocks ......................................................................................................................8
11. Equipment .................................................................................................................................................. 10
12. System Configuration ............................................................................................................................... 13
13. Coupling ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
14. Equipment Set Up and Calibration .......................................................................................................... 16
15. Operational Checks ................................................................................................................................... 18
16. Production Testing .................................................................................................................................... 19
17. Evaluation Methodology ........................................................................................................................... 23
18. Evaluation Terminology ............................................................................................................................ 25
19. Data Recording and Backup ..................................................................................................................... 26
20. Acceptance Criteria ................................................................................................................................... 26
21. Reporting Criteria ...................................................................................................................................... 26
22. Repairs ........................................................................................................................................................ 27
Appendix A – Forms .............................................................................................................................................. 28
1. AUT Report Form Example ....................................................................................................................... 28
2. Equipment Change Request Form Example ........................................................................................... 29
3. Linearity Check Report Form Sample ..................................................................................................... 30
4. System Log Book Example....................................................................................................................... 31

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1. Purpose
This procedure defines the requirements for STANLEY Inspection personnel performing automated ultrasonic
testing (AUT) of qualification, production and repair girth welds in the construction of Subsea pipeline systems.

2. Scope

2.1. General
This procedure details the methods used for automated ultrasonic examination of girth welds made in carbon
steel materials utilizing conventional and phased array testing technology.

The requirements of this procedure shall be used to evaluate 100% of the volume of the weld in addition to
the associated heat affected zone (HAZ) for detection, characterization and sizing of imperfections inherent to
the welding processes utilized.

The acceptance criteria for imperfection accept and reject disposition shall be based upon discontinuity limits
as defined by the applicable code of construction, supplied project specific Engineering Critical Assessment
(ECA) or any other officially supplied criteria.

2.2. Specific
The AUT inspection system shall be configured in accordance with application specific technique sheets that
are relevant to the project specific weld configurations.

The technique sheets should contain the welding method when relevant, joint geometry and dimensions,
material, inspection method and technique, phased array focal laws, probe standoff, sound angles, calibration
references, and welding procedure as a minimum.

The AUT system shall provide an adequate number of examination channels to ensure detection and sizing of
discontinuities in accordance with the supplied acceptance criteria.

3. Validity
This procedure is to be used in conjunction with the applicable code of construction as well as any Client specific
specifications and requirements. In the case where there is a discrepancy between this procedure and the
applicable code of construction or Client specifications, the more stringent criteria shall be applicable.

4. Health/Safety
STANLEY Inspection personnel involved in automated ultrasonic examination shall ensure that their safety and
the safety of their co-workers is maintained. Employees and sub-contractors working for STANLEY Inspection
shall perform their job in a safe and professional manner at all times while adhering to site and project specific
safety requirements.

All employees and sub-contractors working for STANLEY Inspection shall take all necessary site safety inductions
prior to commencing any work. Some of the hazards of performing AUT are, but are not limited to:

a) Electric Shock
b) Pinch Points
c) Environmental Conditions
d) Muscle Strain

THIS DOCUMENT AND THE INFORMATION DISCLOSED HEREIN ARE PROPRIETARY TO STANLEY INSPECTION AND MUST, ALONG WITH ANY COPIES, BE RETURNED UPON REQUEST. REPRODUCTION,
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5. Definitions
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION
ACCP American Central Certification Program
ASNT American Society for Nondestructive Testing
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
A-Scan A display of the amplitude of an ultrasonic signal as a function of time
AUT Automated ultrasonic testing
CBD Calibration Block Drawing
CCW Refers to direction - Counter Clock Wise
CGSB Canadian General Standards Board
CW Refers to direction – Clock Wise
DEP Design and Engineering Practice
DNV Det Norske Veritas
D/S Downstream
DWG Drawing
ECA Engineering Critical Assessment
EN European Standard
FBH Flat Bottom Hole
FSH Full Screen Height
HAZ Heat Affect Zone(s)
ID Inside Diameter
ISO International Standard for Organization
LoF Lack of Fusion
MUT Manual Ultrasonic Testing
NDE Nondestructive Evaluation
OD Outside Diameter
PA Phased Array
PCS Probe Center Separation
PE Pulse Echo
PRF Pulse Repetition Frequency
PRL Primary Reference Level
RF Rectified Signal
RT Root
Rx Receive
SDH Side Drilled Hole
S/N Signal to Noise Ratio
SW Shear Wave
TCG Time Corrected Gain Curve
ToF Time of Flight
ToFD Time of Flight Diffraction
Tx Transmit
U/S Upstream
UT Ultrasonic Testing
VH Vertical Height
Vol Volumetric
WPS Welding Procedure Specification
WPQ Welding Procedure Qualification
WQT Welding Qualification Testing
WT Wall Thickness (expressed as a nominal value)

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6. References/Standards

6.1. Codes, Standards and Regulations

The application of automated ultrasonic inspection performed by STANLEY Inspection personnel utilizes the
latest edition of the following codes, standards and regulations:

DOCUMENT ID DOCUMENT TITLE

DNV-OS-F101 Submarine Pipeline Systems
ASTM E 1961 Standard Practice for Mechanized Ultrasonic Examination of Girth Welds
Using Zonal Discrimination with Focused Search Units
ASNT SNT-TC-1A Qualification and Certification of Nondestructive Testing Personnel
ASTM E317 Practice for Evaluating Performance Characteristics of Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo
Testing Systems Without the Use of Electronic Measurement Instruments
ASTM E1316 Standard Terminology for Non Destructive Examinations

7. Quality Assurance and Compliance

STANLEY Inspection should ensure that ultrasonic technicians mobilizing to a jobsite have relevant project
material. This material may include, but is not limited to:

a. Safety/PPE Equipment
b. Back up AUT equipment to provide 100% redundancy
c. Valid Certifications as outlined in section 9 of this document
d. Current and valid eye examination results
e. Copies of any project specific Client specifications and/or requirements
f. Applicable code of construction either hard or electronic copy

STANLEY Inspection’s quality management team shall perform random spot quality checks on weld data files,
calibrations and finalized AUT reports. These quality checks are to ensure that STANLEY Inspection technicians
are performing and reporting the inspection as per the applicable code and project specific requirements.

7.1. STANLEY Quality Assurance Procedures

STANLEY Inspection utilizes internal procedures and documents to ensure that all operations and inspections
follow STANLEY Inspection’s Quality Management System (QMS). These forms and procedures are in
relation to the material utilized to manufacture calibration standards as well as periodic performance checks of
the AUT system.

7.1.1. Forms
Applicable project form examples related to Quality Assurance are attached in Appendix A – Forms.

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8. Client Responsibility
The Client is responsible for ensuring that the project pipe diameter, wall thickness, bevel dimensions, and
coating cut back information has been supplied to STANLEY Inspection prior to the start of production welding.
The Client shall inform STANLEY Inspection immediately if the bevel configuration has deviated outside of any
tolerances as defined in the WPS.

All project specific AUT procedures, techniques and calibration block designs shall be submitted for Client review.
Formal approval should be supplied prior to production testing activates.

The Client shall clearly mark all transition joints, changes in wall thickness, pipe supplier changes, and any other
variations that will assist the AUT operator in determining which approved inspection technique and calibration
reference block to use.

Project pipe shall be delivered to STANLEY Inspection with adequate time allotted for the design and
manufacturing of calibration blocks. Adequate time shall be assumed as six (6) weeks unless alternate
arrangements are made.

A weld numbering or identification system shall be provided by the Client prior to any inspection.

AUT personnel shall be provided safe access without interruption during the actual inspection process.

9. Personnel and Qualifications

All personnel responsible for interpreting and reporting of inspection results shall be certified to level II or III in
ultrasonic testing by an authorized qualifying body in accordance with ISO 9712, ASNT or ASNT-SNT-TC-1A.

All AUT Operators shall complete a minimum 40hr PipeWIZARD specific training course.

All personnel interpreting and performing AUT inspections shall have passed a visual acuity test which is valid for
twelve (12) months as required by the latest revision of the STANLEY Inspection written practice.

All personnel involved in AUT operations will be trained and qualified to perform their required duties as per their
associated job description(s).

A dossier shall be kept at each work location detailing the certificates and qualifications of the AUT/NDE
personnel. Updating this dossier is the responsibility of the STANLEY Inspection Project Supervisor and shall be
made available to the Client upon request.

THIS DOCUMENT AND THE INFORMATION DISCLOSED HEREIN ARE PROPRIETARY TO STANLEY INSPECTION AND MUST, ALONG WITH ANY COPIES, BE RETURNED UPON REQUEST. REPRODUCTION,
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9.1. AUT Supervisor

The AUT Supervisor is responsible for the crew’s daily AUT/NDE inspection duties as well as being the first
point of contact for field activities. The AUT Supervisor shall maintain the personnel records, review data files
as well as the daily reports prepared by the AUT Operators, prepare weekly timesheets, and submit monthly
reports to the STANLEY Inspection project management team.

TASK DESCRIPTION
a. Supervision of the AUT team
b. Ensure compliance to project specific procedures, techniques, codes and specifications.
c. Main representative of the contractor on the project.
d. Assist in data interpretation where needed.
e. Ensure all data files and associated calibration files are backed up daily.
f. Ensure the accuracy of inspection reports.
g. Ensure that all weld files, system log books and reports are maintained and updated as required.

9.2. AUT Operator

The AUT Operator is responsible for daily calibration and interpretation of weld data files.

An AUT Operator may be designated and act as a Supervisor with approval from STANLEY Inspection
management.

TASK DESCRIPTION
a. Perform and maintain the calibration of AUT inspection equipment.
b. Responsible for weld data acquisition completeness.
c. Responsible for reporting of inspection results.
d. Responsible for adherence to the project specific procedures and specifications.
e. Responsible for AUT system maintenance.
f. Ensure all weld files and daily reports are submitted.

9.3. AUT Scanner Technician

The AUT scanner technician shall have sufficient experience and be familiar with the scanner and guide band
system to perform their duties.

TASK DESCRIPTION
a. Acts as a foreman between the AUT Operator and the support crew
b. Maintain the scanner and guide bands in proper working order.
c. Responsible for the initial preparation and all necessary changes or modifications to the scanner.
d. Ensuring the pipe surface conditions meets AUT operational requirements.
e. Responsible for accurate band positioning.
f. Ensure the scanner travel including any programmed overrun is complete for both calibrations and
inspections.

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10. Calibration Reference Blocks

AUT calibration blocks shall be designed to facilitate detection and sizing of weld flaws in conformance with
project specific codes and standards.

Calibration blocks shall be manufactured from a section of flawless project specific pipe.

A separate calibration block may be required for each pipe diameter, thickness and weld bevel configuration. The
allowable wall thickness variations from nominal thickness is +/- 1.5 mm applicable for pipes exposed for a total
nominal strain of less than 0.4%, and +/- 1.0 mm applicable for total nominal strains equal to and above 0.4%. For
variations from nominal wall thickness outside this, additional variations, qualification tests or technical
justifications are required. These tests or justifications shall reflect the total expected wall thickness variation, and
provide evidence of 100% coverage of the fusion face and root area.

Calibration blocks shall be designed with sufficient surface area to allow the complete transducer array to traverse
the target areas in a single pass. The lateral position of calibration reflectors shall be such that there will be no
interference from adjacent reflectors or edges of the calibration block.

No design changes to the calibration block shall be made without Client approval.

All calibration blocks shall be permanently identified using hard stamps or engraving.

The OD and ID surface condition of the calibration block shall be representative of the production pipe surface
conditions, with the exception that there shall be no seam weld present in the calibration block material.

A separate set of calibration blocks may be required for each inspection unit to be utilized on the project.

Acoustic velocity and attenuation measurements shall be performed on all sources of pipe material to be used.
Additional calibration blocks may be required from each source based on the material characteristic
measurements.

The calibration block should be mounted in a carrier can (dummy) which shall be equipped with a permanently
mounted band to allow the array to be correctly positioned during dynamic calibration scanning. The band may
be changed if excess wear is noted. This change shall be documented in the system log book and equipment
change form to be kept at the place of inspection.

10.1.Machining Tolerances

Each calibration block used for inspection shall be mechanically inspected for the location and size of each
detailed calibration reflector. A copy of the results of the mechanical inspection (as-built dimensions) shall be
made available upon request.

Machining tolerances for all calibration reflectors shall be less than or equal to the following:

a. Hole Diameter ± 0.1mm

b. Flatness of Flat Bottomed Hole(s) (FBH) ± 0.1mm
c. Angle(s) ± 1°
d. Notch Depth ± 0.1mm
e. Notch Length ± 0.5mm
f. Center Location ± 0.1mm
g. Hole Depth ± 0.2mm

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10.2.Ultrasonic Verification

For each reflector in the calibration block, acoustic response shall be verified by applying the applicable AUT
technique.

Acoustic response measurements shall consist of the following:

a. At the maximum response location, the gain in dB to provide a response of 80% FSH from the
reflector shall be determined and recorded.
b. For any upstream to downstream sequence where the index measurement varies more than ± 2.0mm
at peak amplitude, the cause for the variation shall be determined. Any uncorrectable sequence
index deviation exceeding ± 2.0mm shall be cause for Client notification.
c. For any upstream to downstream sequence where the sensitivity measurement varies by more than ±
2.0dB, the difference shall be notified to the Client.

10.3.Surface Integrity

During production scanning, the outside diameter of the calibration block shall be visually inspected for any
signs of grooving. Any grooves detected shall be noted in the system log book and monitored. If grooves
begin to interfere with the transmission of ultrasonic waves, noted by calibration inconsistency, the calibration
block shall be manually sanded. If the problem persists, the Client shall be informed and the calibration block
shall be replaced as soon as available.

10.4.Calibration Block Acceptance

Any calibration block exceeding the parameters defined in this procedure shall be deemed unacceptable. A
new calibration block shall be manufactured unless written Client approval stating otherwise is provided.

10.5.Calibration Block Drawings and Techniques

Information regarding the calibration block drawings and the associated AUT techniques is contained within
the Calibration Block Register.

10.6.Calibration Block Register

Information recorded for each calibration block shall include: control number, serial number, pipe
manufacturer, diameter, wall thickness and material receiving ID. This information shall be stored
electronically on the project specific calibration block register. This register shall be made available to the
Client upon request.

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11. Equipment
The AUT equipment utilized to perform inspection of pipeline girth welds shall be the Olympus PipeWIZARD V4
inspection system.

The AUT inspection system may utilize various techniques including phased array for zonal inspection,
conventional transducers for pulse-echo and pitch-catch sequences and Time of Flight Diffraction (ToFD). The
inspection plan may utilize methodology for transverse flaw detection where specified. The AUT system shall
provide an adequate number of inspection channels and be designed with sufficient beam overlap to ensure a
complete volumetric examination of the weld through thickness as well as the Heat Affected Zone (HAZ).

The AUT system shall provide a linear A-scan presentation for each channel selected.

The system shall incorporate a recording system to indicate the location of imperfections as well as to monitor the
effectiveness of the acoustic coupling of the transducers. Encoder accuracy is checked by comparing the
encoded distance recorded against a physical measurement of the pipe.

The AUT system shall have the ability to accurately measure the length and vertical height of indications with a
resolution compatible with the supplied acceptance criteria. Indication length is measured using the system’s built
in distance encoder.

Vertical extent shall be measured using built in curves calculated from signal amplitude and when applicable shall
be confirmed in the ToFD channel. Sizing curves assume that flaw orientation is identical to the reference
reflector.

11.1. Software
All recording, data handling and presentation software is covered in the STANLEY Inspection Quality Plan.

All software versions shall be identified by a unique version number. The version number used during
production testing shall be clearly observable on the daily field reports that contain examination results.

Software updates that affect essential inspection variables or accept / reject depositions shall not be
performed on systems during production testing unless prior written consent is obtained from the company.

11.2. Scanner
A variable speed motorized scanner is utilized to transport the probe frame around the pipe circumference
during the inspection process. The scanner is mounted on a pipe band at a fixed distance from the weld
centerline.

11.2.1. Probe Frame

The probe frame holds the probe assemblies during the inspection and calibration processes. The probe
frame allows for adjusting of the wedge and probe assemblies to be set to a predefined standoff
dependant on the set up.

11.2.2. Encoder
The scanner travel distance is monitored by an encoder mounted and maintained as per the
manufacturer’s specifications. It shall be mounted to the scanner in such a way as to maintain direct
contact with the band or pipe and have no slippage.

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11.3. Recording Systems

There shall be a record for each transducer and confirmation of the acoustic coupling arranged on a strip
chart and displayed in a logical format.

All data channels shall be sampled and recorded for every 1.0mm of weld circumference.

Each inspection channel shall contain a minimum of two (2) gates that are adjustable for position and size, be
selectable for either pulse-echo or through transmission mode, and have an independent gain adjustment.

Two (2) recordable signal outputs per gate shall be available, signal height and time of flight.

Recording for A-scan channels shall be 5 - 100% FSH. Mapping channels shall be 0 - 100% FSH.

Circumferential weld distance shall be electronically recorded to an accuracy equal to or better than ± 10mm
over the circumference of the weld as well as the calibration reference block.

Programmed scan lengths shall be sufficient to ensure all probes will travel the complete circumferential
distance required for a pipe plus a minimum of 100mm overrun.

Mapping displays shall be used for volumetric indication detection and characterization.

ToFD techniques shall be included as part of the data acquisition and display to improve detection,
characterization and sizing. The recording system utilized in the ToFD sequence shall provide a 256 level
gray scale display and be capable of recording full RF waveforms for each transducer pair.

Linear scans shall be gated to show the region of interest using a multi axis display.

11.4. Spares
There shall be a sufficient number of spare parts available at the place of examination to ensure that the work
can proceed with minimal interruptions as defined in the STANLEY Inspection Quality Plan.

11.5. System Log Book

The STANLEY Inspection technician shall keep and maintain an electronic system log book detailing the
performance, characteristic data and identification for instruments, transducers, and inspection set-ups. All
transducer changes, standoff settings, and any other system changes shall be documented in the log book.

The log book shall be kept at the place of inspection and be made available to the Client for review upon
request.

The complete log book shall be transferred to the local STANLEY Inspection office at the end of the project.

11.6. Power Supply

The AUT system shall have a dedicated power source. There shall be provisions for an alternative power
source in case of failure in the main power supply in order to complete any immediate work, save all data, and
safely shut down the system.

There shall be no loss of inspection data as a result of a power failure.

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11.7. Wedges
Scores in the wear face should be visibly monitored by the STANLEY Inspection AUT scanner technician
during the routine calibrations.

Wedges shall be re-surfaced if scores in the contact face become severe enough to impede acoustic coupling
of the transducer. In the event that the scores in the contact face impede acoustic coupling, then the wedge
face shall be re-surfaced by way of light sanding. If this does not resolve the issue then the entire wedge
shall be replaced.

In the event that an entire wedge needs to be replaced this shall be documented along with the replacement
wedge details in the system log book.

11.8. Transducers
Prior to any production weld testing, details of the types of transducers shall be submitted for approval. Once
agreed, there shall not be any transducer or design changes without prior written company approval.

The following will be recorded for each transducer and wedge:

a. manufacturer’s name
b. model/type
c. serial number
d. wedge angle
e. nominal refracted or incident beam angle
f. frequency
g. crystal size and number of elements

Transducer and wedge assemblies may be contoured to match the curvature of the pipe surface.

No transducers shall operate on pipe coatings.

11.8.1. Signal to Noise

For all transducers, the baseline noise level shall be at least 15dB lower in amplitude than the peak signal
from the appropriate calibration reference reflector.

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12. System Configuration

12.1. Display
The collected data shall be displayed using A-scan, B-scan and C-scan presentations, S-scan presentations
are available and may be implemented to aid in flaw characterization and sizing.

12.2. Focal Law

The initial set-up for the AUT inspection of each bevel configuration shall be prepared when the calibration
block is made available and recorded into the specific AUT technique. Focal law details shall include the
following information:

ITEM DESCRIPTION
Channel Describes the zone or map region as a discrete chart that will be seen
Tx/Rx Indicates whether the channel is operated as a transmitter or a receiver
Name Indicated the titles that appears on the report chart for that channel
Configuration Indicates focal law setup as pulse-echo, pitch-catch or E-Scan
Wave This indicates the mode of wave propagation
Angle Angle or propagation as predicted by the phasing effects produced by the focal law.
Path The sound path distance in mm to the target.
Element The initial element that will be used in the effective aperture
Nb. Active Indicated the number of sequential elements active for that focal law
Index The calculated distance from the weld centre-line to the nominal exit point for the beam
Skew Defines the direction that the probe is pointed relative to the direction of scanner travel

Details and sketches of the specific weld geometries with the ultrasonic sound associated to each reflector
will be included in the AUT Technique.

12.3. Primary Reference Level

The system shall be optimized for field inspection using the applicable calibration block and AUT technique.
Each channel or zone shall be maximized on its target reference reflector. AUT system gain shall be adjusted
to obtain a peak signal response of 80% FSH. This shall be performed for each channel used during
calibration and shall be referred to as the Primary Reference Level.

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12.4. Gate Settings

With the use of the calibration block, the individual channel gates (A Gate and B Gate) shall be setup to cover
the volume of weld in each applicable inspection zone.

The channels utilized for fusion line coverage shall have a gate length set to include the heat affected zone
(HAZ) area before the bevel face.

A minimum of one volumetric channel, both upstream and downstream, shall have sufficient gate length
ensuring mapping of the cap and root reinforcement is present. Cap and root reinforcement shall be used to
confirm alignment of the guide band prior to any evaluation of discontinuities.

With each channel setup for peak signal response from its appropriate calibration reflector, the gates used for
detection shall be set as follows:

Zone Gate ID Gate Start Gate End

A Gate (red)
Cap 5mm pre calibration target Approx. 1mm pre weld geo
B Gate (green)
A Gate (red) 3mm past weld centreline or approx.
Fill 5mm pre calibration target
B Gate (green) 1mm pre weld geo
A Gate (red)
LCP 5mm pre calibration target 3mm past weld centreline
B Gate (green)
A Gate (red)
HP1 / HP2 5mm pre calibration target 3mm past weld centreline
B Gate (green)
A Gate (red) 5mm pre calibration target Approx. 1mm pre weld geo
Root
B Gate (green) 5mm pre calibration target 3mm past weld geo
A Gate (red)
Root Map 5mm pre calibration target 3mm past weld geo
B Gate (green)
A Gate (red) 3mm past weld centreline or
Volumetric (Vol) 5mm pre calibration target
B Gate (green) 3mm past weld geo if applicable
A Gate (red)
TRV ID / OD 5mm pre calibration target 3mm past weld geo
B Gate (green)

Note - These gate lengths are minimum requirements. For practical purposes, the AUT Operator is permitted
to: Have the gates set longer before and after the reflector position as long as no interfering signal enters the
detection gate or, have the gates set shorter to omit interfering weld reinforcement signals.

12.4.1. ToFD Gate Settings

A-scan range for the ToFD shall be set at least one (1) microsecond prior to the arrival of the lateral wave
and shall include the first full back wall echo.

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12.5. A-scan Range Settings

For each inspection channel, the A-scan time base start and range values shall be set in relation to the A and
B gates.

The A-scan start shall be set approximately 3.0mm prior to the gates and the range shall extend
approximately 3.0mm past the longest gate.

12.6. Colors for Strip Chart Time of Flight and Amplitude

The recording thresholds of a-scan strip chart detection channels are recorded in percentage (%) of full
screen height (FSH). Thresholds color breaks in the time of flight color boxes shall be based on the reflectors
a-scan %FSH response.

Threshold color breaks for amplitude shall be set to:

% FSH Level Color

00 to 20 White
20 to 40 Green
40 to 70 Orange
70 to 90 Yellow
90 to 100 Red

13. Coupling
Ultrasonic coupling of the transducer or wedge to the test piece shall be obtained using a suitable medium for the
purpose, usually water. An environmentally safe wetting agent may be used to enhance acoustic coupling. No
residue shall remain on the pipe surface after the liquid has evaporated.

All couplant composed of substances other than 100% water should be captured and not allowed to run onto the
ground. In the event of winter construction where a methanol and water mixture may be used, catch pans and a
return sump pump system should be utilized to ensure couplant retrieval.

Coupling monitoring for phased array probes shall use through-transmission of shear waves through the weld
volume, using opposite phased array probes.

When utilizing the through transmission mode, the AUT system shall be placed at the 6 o’clock circumferential
position on the pipe and the couplant monitors shall be set to 40% FSH + 10dB to bring the signal to reference.

Any required increase in gain exceeding +10dB shall require approval by the STANLEY Inspection project
supervisor and be recorded in the log book. Conditions requiring additional gain may not exceed the dB level that
will cause a dry surface test fail.

A coupling channel amplitude response below 40% FSH shall represent a loss of coupling and the reason for
couplant loss shall be investigated. In the event of uncorrectable coupling loss, the Client may request a
supplemental MUT examination to be conducted.

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13.1. Coupling Sequences

Each PA probe pair (US and DS) shall be divided into three (3) pitch-catch shot sequences with each shot
aperture as detailed in the table below:

PA Coupling Sequence No. Start Element Total Elements

1 1 21
2 20 41
3 40 60

At least one (1) sequence shall be targeted at the Cap area and another to the Root area.

13.2. Dry Surface Test

An ultrasonic examination of the calibration reference standard is performed with the surface wiped dry and
the couplant supply line to the system shut off. This shall produce a record showing an absence of acoustic
coupling. The dry surface test shall be completed once per shift at the start of each production day. The time
and results of the Dry Surface Test shall be documented by the AUT Operator in the system logbook.

13.3. Unresolved Coupling Loss

Couplant loss exceeding acceptable limits shall be investigated as to the potential origin and shall require re-
examination of the test piece. Couplant loss attributed to surface conditions or other mechanical issues shall
be resolved and noted in the operator’s logbook prior to being re-examined.

14. Equipment Set Up and Calibration

Prior to initial use, and after the project specific calibration reference block has been manufactured, the AUT
inspection system shall be set up for inspection of each wall thickness and bevel configuration.

14.1. System Calibration and Check

Instrument linearity shall be determined according to STANLEY Inspection linearity verification procedure(s)
prior to production testing and at six (6) month intervals thereafter. The AUT Operator shall retain a copy of
the calibration certificate with the system logbook.

14.2. Transducer Element Check

Dead element verification shall be carried out at least once every twelve (12) hours in accordance with the
manufacturer’s specifications. This shall be performed prior to any production scanning taking place and shall
be documented in the system log book. All defective elements shall be recorded. There shall be no more
than three (3) dead elements for any focal law being used, and no more than two (2) adjacent dead elements
for that focal law.

Further investigation shall be done if any dead elements are observed. Upon completion of the investigation
if the defective element count persists, then the transducer shall be replaced and the element verification test
shall be completed on the replacement transducer. This shall be documented in the system logbook.

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14.3. Calibration Settings and Tolerance

Channel Name Set Value Minimum Value Maximum Value
(%FSH) (%FSH) (%FSH)
Cap 80 70 100
Fill 80 70 100
LCP 80 70 100
HP1 / HP2 80 70 100
Root 80 70 100
Root Map 80 70 100
Volumetric (Vol) 80 70 100
TRV ID/OD 80 70 100
ToFD* 40% FSH Lateral Wave 40% FSH Lateral Wave 80% FSH Lateral Wave
ToFD ID*
80% FSH Backwall 64% FSH Backwall 100% FSH Backwall
(multi-group)
* ToFD lateral wave set, minimum and maximum sensitivity levels shall be utilized as an inspection guideline
and fluxuations in the amplitude response is permitted during weld scanning.

14.4. Encoder Calibration

On the first production weld of every shift the encoder shall be calibrated prior to the inspection of any welds.

To ensure a successful calibration of the encoder the following steps shall be taken:

a. The scanner technician shall take a physical measurement of the diameter of the pipe utilizing the soft
tape style tape measure.
b. The scanner is positioned at the 12 o’clock position and ready for scanning.
c. The pipe shall be scanned for the full circumference plus an additional 100mm minimum for overrun.
d. The AUT operator shall place the “red” reference cursor on the first acoustic response obtained on the
weld data file and the “blue” measurement cursor on the same acoustic response identified in the
overrun. If necessary, the scanner position may be offset from the 12 o’clock position to ensure that good
data points are obtained for calibration purposes.
e. If the circumferential distance exceeds the +/- 10mm tolerance, use the “E” function from the main page
to enter the value measured by the scanner technician in the “Cursor Delta Box”.
f. Compute new resolution then apply.
g. Complete another full circumference scan of the weld for encoder calibration verification.
h. If on the second attempt the encoder is still outside of the defined tolerance, replacement of the encoder
may be required.
i. If the measurement on the data file is within +/- 10mm of the physical measurement then the encoder is
acceptably within calibration tolerances.
j. Save the scan file after a good calibration is achieved.

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15. Operational Checks

Throughout the course of the project the system performance shall be monitored by the verification of the
dynamic calibration.

15.1. Calibration scan and adjustments

a) Calibration scans shall be the official record for inspection sensitivity, gate positioning and probe
performance.
b) Reference calibration of all channels should indicate 80% FSH, a satisfactory calibration during
production may indicate values within the procedure tolerance.
c) Additional calibration scans shall be required if the initial calibration scan demonstrates a sensitivity
outside of the defined tolerances.
d) Once a successful calibration has been performed no adjustments shall be made between calibration
intervals.
e) In the event that adjustment is required, then the adjustment shall be applied and additional calibrations
shall be performed.
f) Adjacent fill channels shall demonstrate adequate over-trace with similar adjacent fill channels. For
adjacent zones of comparable size and with equal calibration sensitivity, the over trace should be within
15% FSH to 40% FSH when the peak signal from the calibration reflector representing the zone of
interest is set to 80% FSH.
g) ToFD calibration shall be deemed acceptable if both ID and OD ToFD notches are discernible.
h) Gate Settings shall be verified by the AUT Operator and Project Supervisor
i) Adjustments made to the system are tracked to the last acceptable calibration and can also be compared
to the original set-up file as a benchmark.
j) The AUT operator shall log all relevant initial set-up parameters in the operators log book. Any changes
made to these parameters shall be documented on the appropriate data forms.
k) The calibration scan shall be conducted at the same speed as the weld inspection scan.

15.2. Calibration Intervals

AUT system calibration shall be performed:

a) Every time a new set-up file is loaded.

b) Prior to the start of any inspection.
c) After each inspected weld.
d) Prior to and following any weld repair evaluation.
e) After any power off situation.
f) At the completion of a series of examinations.

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15.3. Re-Calibration
Re-calibration shall be performed in the event any of the following occurs:

a) Calibration sensitivity falls outside of procedure tolerance.

b) When evaluating a discontinuity for rejection, the subsequent calibration shall be within ±10% FSH of the
primary reference level. If the calibration exceeds these limits but is below 100% FSH, and the sensitivity
difference will not alter the outcome of the disposition of the weld then a re-calibration or rescan will not
be required.
c) A change in position of the gated signal from the calibration reflector greater than ±1.0mm shall require
adjustment and recalibration.
d) Any mechanical adjustment or change to the scanner or probe frame that could affect system
performance.
e) If the signal to noise ratio in any inspection channel exceeds tolerance.

16. Production Testing

16.1. Inspection Initialization

Before the start of production weld inspection, the AUT system shall be tested by performing five (5)
acceptable calibration scans in a row. If five (5) consecutive acceptable calibration scans cannot be obtained,
the reason for the failed calibration shall be investigated. Once the problem has been rectified, the five (5)
consistency calibration scans shall be performed again.

16.2. Surface Condition

A 150mm (6") wide scanning area on each side of the weld shall be clear of any and all weld spatter, ID and
OD surface coating and long seams, or conditions such as grease markers and oxidation which may interfere
with the movement of the transducers, the coupling liquid, or the transmission of acoustic energy into the
material.

16.3. Scribe Line

Following the weld beveling process, but prior to pipe fit up, a reference line should be scribed on the pipe
surface over the entire circumference and on each end of the pipe.

This scribe line shall be set at a fixed distance from the weld bevel center line and should be utilized during
the scanner guide band placement and alignment process. This is to ensure that the probes remain at the
correct standoff distance from the theoretical weld centerline for the complete circumference of the weld.

If the bevel has an open gap, this must be taken into account when setting the scribe gauge.

The tools used for marking the reference line for band positioning shall give accuracy in the position of the
scribe line of +/- 0.5 mm relative to the bevel root face.

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16.4. Scanner Guide Band

Band placement shall be accomplished utilizing the correct band gauge required from the reference scribe
line. Improper band set may cause sequences to move with the gate excessively and therefore may interfere
with the accuracy of the inspection. In this case the band shall be reset and the weld will be re-scanned.

During the scanning process, and for the complete weld circumference, the guide band shall be positioned at
the defined offset distance from the theoretical weld centerline with an accuracy of ±1.0mm based on the
scribe line.

16.5. Datum Point & Scan Direction Identification

The zero datum point should be marked at the 12 o’clock position and the scan direction should be signified
by an arrow. Both will be marked with a paint marker or equivalent. The same direction and datum mark
shall be used when available and during supplemental confirmation with other NDE methods. In the case
where a reverse scan may be required, this shall be documented on the STANLEY Inspection daily NDE
inspection report.

16.6. Temperature
Recorded surface temperature of the weld to be inspected shall not exceed 80°C (176°F) at any time during
the inspection cycle. The maximum probe wedge temperature difference between the pipe joint and the
calibration block shall be within ±10°C.

16.7. Weld Identification

Each weld shall be numbered in the sequence used in the supplied pipe tracking system. The weld
numbering system shall be provided by the Client prior to any production weld testing.

16.8. Parent Material Inspection

Automated ultrasonic inspection of the parent material shall be achieved via the ToFD sequence and also
utilizing the shear wave inspection channels. Flaws showing an uncharacteristic early in time indication in
gates associated with the HAZ area should be investigated using supplemental MUT if defects applicable to
the welding process are suspected.

16.9. Circumferential Scanning Velocity

Scanning Speeds shall not exceed 100mm (4”) / second.

Production scanning speeds shall be at the same speed as was used during the calibration scan.

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16.10. Weld Inspection Process

The following is a typical weld inspection process guideline:
a) Following weld bevel preparation scribe lines should be put on the pipe ends. These lines should be
used when positioning the band for scanning.
b) The weld will be identified with a unique number prior to inspection.
c) Surface area shall be cleaned to provide an acceptable surface condition.
d) Zero point and direction of scan shall be clearly marked on the pipe.
e) The weld will be allowed to cool to meet temperature requirements.
f) During or prior to the cooling process, the band may be placed on the pipe utilizing the scribe lines.
g) Ensuring that calibration meets requirements and that the calibration is still valid, the scanner is
placed on guide band at the zero datum point.
h) The AUT scan is performed utilizing the weld ID number to identify the particular scan.
i) Evaluation is initially performed in real time as transducers are moved around the circumference of
the pipe.
j) Data is stored immediately following scan completion and may be retrieved at any time.
k) Data is analyzed immediately following scan completion and accept – reject disposition based on
Client specifications and applicable code of construction is applied.
l) Welds deemed as repairs or rejects after scanning may only be done so after a successful post
calibration has been achieved.
m) Following the successful post calibration (Cal Out), defects are identified and marked on the OD of
the pipe surface.

16.11. Re-examination
Welds examined at a sensitivity level exceeding the minimum and maximum tolerances from the primarily
reference level shall require re-calibration of the system and re-examination.

Welds examined showing coupling losses either in adjacent channels or with a length exceeding the
acceptable defect length in an individual channel shall be re-inspected.

Scans shall not be acceptable where any encoder or scanner slippage occurs. Where slippage is noted, the
scanner shall be adjusted to correct the problem and the scan shall be repeated.

When conditions exist where data collection is impaired or data is lost, the weld shall be re-inspected. The
AUT operator shall write down the reason for the impaired data and relay that to the Client on the daily NDE
report.

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16.12. Scanning and Evaluation Thresholds

The following scanning and evaluation threshold guideline shall be utilized as applicable referencing the
project specific AUT calibration block design and technique:

Channel Reference Display Reference Scanning Evaluation

Name Reflector Mode Sensitivity Level Sensitivity Level Threshold
Cap 1.0mm Notch Pulse Echo 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
Fill 2.0mm FBH Pulse Echo 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
LCP 2.0mm FBH Pulse Echo 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
HP1 / HP2 2.0mm FBH Pulse Echo 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
Root 1.0mm Notch Pulse Echo 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
Root Map 1.0mm Notch Mapping 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
Volumetric (Vol) 1.5mm FBH Mapping 80% FSH +8 dB 20% FSH
Transverse 1.0mm ID+OD Mapping 80% FSH +6 dB 20% FSH
ID/OD Notches
ToFD ID+OD ToFD B-Scan / 40% - 80% LW Reference Baseline
Notches Grey Scale
ToFD ID ID ToFD Notch B-Scan / 80% FSH BW Reference Baseline
(multi-group) Grey Scale +10dB
Coupling Backwall Go / No Go 40% FSH 40% FSH + 10dB 40% FSH
Channels

16.13. Phased Array Parameter Change Tolerances

Phased array focal law parameters shall reference the applicable project specific technique. The AUT system
shall be operated in accordance with the following tolerances to the technique sheet for field level
optimization:

Parameter Tolerance
Tx/Rx angle +/- 1 degree
Tx/Rx start element +/- 5 elements
Active aperture size +/- 5 elements
Focal transit distance +/- 5 millimeters

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17. Evaluation Methodology

17.1. General
Only indications exceeding the evaluation threshold level in at least one (1) pulse-echo or tandem strip chart
channel shall be investigated.

Indications recorded from sources other than weld imperfections exceeding length tolerances shall be
investigated for origin. These indications shall be identified unless caused by root or cap geometry, geometric
reflections shall not be reported.

All evaluations shall be completed immediately after the weld examination is complete.

17.2. Circumferential Location

The circumferential location of indications exceeding evaluation levels shall be determined by the encoder
and ultrasonic data measured from the zero datum.

17.3. Length
The length of an indication shall be determined in the pulse-echo or tandem strip chart data. The
circumferential start and stop position is obtained where the indications signal reduces to the evaluation
threshold level at both circumferential ends of the indication.

32.3.1 Beam Width Correction

Lateral beam width correction shall be applied during flaw length sizing. Beam width correction is
performed by referring back to the calibration block reflector for the given zone and comparing the
measured width of the calibration target in the scan data to the known dimension in the calibration block
drawing. Any lateral deviation in sizing shall be applied while marking and reporting relevant weld
indications by removing half of the calibration target deviation from each circumferential end of the weld
discontinuity.

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17.4. Depth
The depth of an indication shall be the thru-wall distance to the bottom of the defect as measured from the
outside diameter (OD) of the pipe.

The depth of an indication shall be reported from the lowest applicable zone or with ToFD.

17.5. Height of Linear Indications

The thru-wall dimension of indications may be termed the vertical height (VH).

The height of relevant linear indications may be assessed using the automatic sizing curves based on
amplitude response. Final evaluation shall indicate the sum vertical height of all associated channels.

Inter-zonal height sizing shall account for the most recent calibration over trace values during output.

ToFD shall be utilized to supplement sizing where possible.

Pulse-echo signal saturation in one or more channels may result in limited amplitude correlation to vertical
height. Additional consideration shall be applied to the ToFD data in this area. In the event ToFD data
displays clear diffracted signals and a vertical height greater than the pulse-echo amplitude sizing correlation,
the greater value shall be reported.

17.6. Height of Volumetric Indications

Due to possible volumetric flaw orientation, the height of relevant volumetric indications exceeding evaluation
threshold levels should be measured using ToFD.

When ToFD A-scan phase signals are not clearly distinguishable and the A-scan phase height is equal to or
less than the lateral phase count, the height shall be assumed as 1.0mm.

17.7. ToFD Indications

After analysis of the zonal AUT data, the operator shall review the ToFD display for potential cracks, off-bevel
lack of fusion, burn-through or other potential injurious defects not fully represented in the zonal data.

For these types of defects, the ToFD display may be utilized to improve characterization and sizing.

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18. Evaluation Terminology

18.1. Linear Indications

Linear Indications are defined as indications with their greatest dimension in the weld length direction. Typical
linear discontinues may be cause by, but are not limited to, the following types of imperfections:

a) Incomplete Penetration of the Root Bead (IP)

b) Lack of Cross Penetration (LCP)
c) Incomplete Fusion (IF)
d) Incomplete Fusion due to Cold Lap (IFD)
e) Elongated Slag Inclusion (ESI)
f) Cracks (C)
g) External Undercut (EU),
h) Internal Undercut (IU)
i) Hollow Bead (HB)

18.2. Linear Surface (LS) indications

Linear surface indications are indications interpreted to be open to the OD or ID surface(s).

18.3. Linear Buried (LB) Indications

Linear buried indications are indications interpreted to be subsurface and are not ID or OD surface-connected
or interacting.

18.4. Volumetric Indications

Volumetric indications are defined as three dimensional indications. Such indications may be caused by
single or multiple inclusions, voids, or pores. Partially-filled voids pore, or small inclusions at start/stops in
weld passes may cause larger indications in the transverse direction than in the weld length direction. Typical
volumetric indications may be caused by, but are not limited to, the following types of imperfections:

a) Internal Concavity (IC)

b) Burn Through Areas (BT)
c) Isolated Slag Inclusion(s) (ISI)
d) Spherical porosity (P)
e) Cluster Porosity (CP)

18.5. Transverse Indications

Transverse indications are defined as indications with their greatest dimension across the weld. Typical
transverse indications may be caused by, but are not limited to, the following types of imperfections:

a) Cracks (C)
b) Isolated Slag Inclusion(s) (ISI)
c) Incomplete fusion due to cold lap at Start/stop locations in weld passes.

18.6. Indication Interaction Rules

Interaction of indications shall be defined by the project or Client specific supplied acceptance criteria.

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19. Data Recording and Backup

All weld inspections shall be stored automatically at the end of each inspection scan. Calibration and weld scans
shall be archived in two separate locations to avoid any risk of lost data. Data shall be stored on the system hard
drive and backed up on an external hard disk or equivalent. The AUT operator shall do a file check at minimum
once per shift.

The Operator shall assure that all data has been stored accurately and all welds have been accounted for in both
archived locations. Any missing or corrupt files shall be brought to the acting supervisor’s attention immediately.
The hard copy printout or a .pdf file of the printout may be used by the operator to aid in evaluation and shall be
presented to the Client upon request for audit purposes.

File directory and file numbering shall be under the applicable file name and date.

20. Acceptance Criteria

Acceptance criteria including interaction rules shall be formally supplied by the Client prior to any AUT weld
interpretation.

21. Reporting Criteria

21.1. Records
All results of automated ultrasonic inspection performed by STANLEY Inspection technicians will be
documented and recorded on the applicable forms and daily NDE sheets. All inspection results shall be
communicated to the Client site representative following that day’s production.

Indications shall be reported in accordance with the project specific procedure, code and Client requirements.

21.2. Production Ultrasonic Testing

The AUT record and raw data shall display all indications greater than evaluation level. The Daily Inspection
Report shall contain a record of all acceptable and rejectable welds in addition to the rejected defects.

21.3. Daily Inspection Report Content

The Daily Inspection Report shall include the following as a minimum:

a) Project name and relevant information

b) Work order number
c) Equipment identification including serial number
d) Weld identification
e) Location of defect in relation to start datum
f) Length and height of defects
g) Depth from the OD surface to the bottom of the defect
h) Defect classification (linear, transverse, volumetric)
i) Examination personnel identity and certification level
j) Date examination was performed

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22. Repairs
All weld repairs and transition welds shall be inspected with a technique approved by the Client for the
application.

Weld repairs should be verified by AUT utilizing V-prep scanner configurations with the applicable calibration
blocks and associated techniques. Where no V-prep scanner is available, repairs should be verified by AUT
utilizing original scanner configurations in addition to supplemental manual UT testing.

Weld repairs shall be scanned over the entire circumference, however only the repaired area shall be evaluated
and assessed for accept – reject disposition.

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Appendix A – Forms

1. AUT Report Form Example

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2. Equipment Change Request Form Example

Form Number:
Equipment Change Date:
Revision:
Request Form Page:
Document Details
Project Name: Material Dia"
Project Number: Wall Thickness:
Owner: Cal Block ID:
Client: Bevel:
Date of form: Date of change:
Equipment Change Details
Equipment Description Serial # Reasons for change out Serial number of new equipment

Technician Details
Name: Signature:
Contact Number:

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3. Linearity Check Report Form Sample

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4. System Log Book Example

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TRANSMITTING IN ANY FORM, OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION DISCLOSED HEREIN IS PROHIBITED WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION.
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