ROV Innovations received an emergency call from Paul Pengilly, the Electrical Inspector at BHP Billitons Olympic Dam site at 19:30 Tuesday Night (12th May). ROV Innovations had a team on site in the remote South Australian mining site by Thursday Morning (14th May) ready to inspect one of the freshwater reservoirs that BHP were experiencing some issues with. After completing the intensive inductions and safety requirements for BHP, the ROV Innovations team set to work completing a thorough inspection of the reservoir. Providing a live, high definition video feed for the BHP engineers, we were quickly and efficiently able to identify a few issues with the reservoir infrastructure. Being a completely enclosed and covered system, the Seamor ROV showed itself to be the ROV of choice for these sorts of surveys. Having high torque thrusters to enable the ROV to access every point within the reservoir, powerful LED lighting to illuminate the zero light environment, and a high definition Sony camera, capable of zooming in of assets underwater without taking the reservoir offline, allowed the BHP engineers to have extreme confidence in what they were seeing, and how to rectify any issues with the least amount of impact to the reservoir operation. On reviewing the operation, Paul had this to say about the exercise - We did get very good images and these are now being reviewed by our engineers... Having no one in the water also reduced the high risk hazard, and provided a zero risk and zero impact solution to the mine site.
Thanks to Michael and Simon Wright for their level of professionalism, Paul Pengilly at BHP, Darryl Hamlyn from Monadelphous Engineering, and all those who assisted in the extremely fast and efficient mobilisation to an extremely remote part of the country. We look forward to assisting the guys out at Olympic Dam again in the near future!
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Rob Swale, owner and skipper of "The Fiordland Jewel" charter boat (http://www.fiordlanddiscovery.co.nz), has recently purchased a 600m depth rated Hi-Def ROV to offer his clients a live view of the underwater life found in the Fiorldands of New Zealand.
Rob wanted to provide Blu-Ray quality live video footage from the ROV directly to 3 large screen, curved 4K ultra high definition screens located around his vessels so all of his clients could see the sea-life underneath them. As the Fiords are quite deep, Rob also needed an ROV that could easily view the midnight depths of the deepest fiords, some 550m deep. The solution was a Seamor 600F 2/4 Hi definition ROV with 4 additional LED floodlights, a manipulator, 670m fibre optic tether on an electric reel, video enhancement, and state of the art high definition recorders and components from ATOMOS.
Training for Rob and Jack was completed over 3 days within the Fiordlands Doubtfull sound, where we were lucky enough to view some spectacular scenery above the water, and an abundance of life below the water. Rob is currently building a custom designed live-aboard Catamaran for guests to explore the magnificent scenery of the Fiordlands, with Jack piloting the ROV to show the action beneath the deep, clear water.
Below is some footage that we recorded during the training trip to the Fiordlands. It has been reduced in quality for faster streaming, however you can still appreciate the clarity of the Sony 1080p High Definition Camera, and the benefits of the zoom capabilities.
Initially we will be focussing on the amazing underwater cameras and surveying equipment that Shark marine produce such as the towed and drop systems, however we will also be providing other products such as the diver held "Navigator" system, basically a handheld GPS and sonar for divers; Shark Marine Sonars and Automated bathymetric surveying equipment like the D.A.S. Boat; and their range of light work class ROVs with auto functionality like "go to" waypoints and hover at set GPS marks.
For more information on any of our new range of Shark Marine products, feel free to call us on +61 402 284435, or email us on enquiries@rovinnovations.com.au
As always the crew from WIOA were extremely professional and courteous, and we look forward to the next conference and expo in Orange in 2015! This is a short example of one of our FLIR infrared camera mounted on a UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) we had setup at a trade show. FLIR cameras such as this are fantastic tools for inspections where they can detect possible water leaks in pipelines and concrete structures (such as dam walls and reservoirs), find hotspots in electrical components, and also be used for conducting population surveys for environmental consultants. David Toohey, Senior Water Quality Scientist at Gippsland Water, contacted ROV Innovations regarding the use of Seamor advanced ROVs for inspecting the range of potable storage tanks and reservoirs. Due to the positive feedback from other owners of Seamor ROVs within Australia, the water quality team at Gippsland purchased a 300T "ATOM" ROV, specifically designed for water tank inspections. David decided to add a few additional features to increase the functionality of their ROV such as a single function manipulator, 2 additional LED floodlights, rear camera, VisionClear video enhancement, and top mounted HD camera for reservoir roof inspections. We delivered Gippsland's new ROV and conducted onsite training for David, Jamie, and Wayne over the course of three days, initially starting in one of the managements new swimming pools (thanks Chris!), then proceeding to the Clearwater Treatment plant, then finally onto one of the more difficult concrete in-ground reservoirs. The guys picked up all features of the ROV extremely quickly, realising features like the Auto Depth and Auto Heading functionality greatly assisted in their ability to fly the ROV without disturbing the minimal sediment within the tanks. The VisionClear video enhancement proved to be a great benefit, specifically with the Digital Wide Dynamic Range feature and the Colour enhancement. The additional lighting was perfect for older concrete tanks where all light seems to be absorbed by the walls and floor. And in the tanks with supporting columns and cross beams, the rear camera worked well so the guys could see exactly where they had been and ensured their tether was not wrapped in and around any potential snags. One of the main benefits of using robust commercial grade inspection class ROVs, such as Seamor, in the Potable Water industry where water quality is paramount, is that the ROV can be quickly and efficiently sterilised before and after each inspection, ensuring that nothing is introduced to the towns water supply. The added manipulator on the ROV lets Jamie, the water quality technical officer, collect water quality samples from anywhere within each reservoir, enabling Gippsland water to maintain a very high level of confidence in the product they deliver.
The beauty of the VisionClear system, apart from its ability to offer market leading video enhancement and optimisation, is that it can be remotely fitted to any inline live video stream. Companies such as Commercial Diving Operations, that have multiple sets of diving equipment and ROV systems, can fit the VisionClear box into any of their existing setups within minutes to gain enhanced live video displayed topside to be recorded. The VisionClear systems (either Standard Definition or High Definition) offer multiple options such as Smart 2D/3D video noise reduction, Digital wide dynamic range compensation, 3rd generation smart mist correction, and a smart colour enhancer that can be easily configured with a 5 way switch on the VisionClear Box and On Screen Display. See the benefits of using the VisionClear technology in a wide range of applications in the below video. For more information on the VisionClear video enhancement, click HERE
Some photos from our recent delivery of the Seamor 600F Extended ROV to David Robertson, the Harbourmaster at Christmas Island, and the guys from Patrick Ports.
ROV Innovations recently won a tender put out by Australian Department of Infrastructure on Christmas Island to provide a highly advanced ROV for their services.
The Seamor ROV that was quoted for the tender was up against 12 other manufacturers of ROVs throughout the world. Feedback from the governmental Department of Infrastructure stipulated the reason that the Seamor ROV was chosen for Christmas Island was due to its robust nature, modular design, open framework, and competitive pricing. The ROV is due to be delivered to Christmas Island within the next few months, along with a comprehensive training package for the staff that will be utilising the ROV on a daily basis. We are looking forward to travelling to Christmas Island for a few days to show the staff there what their new ROV can do! The Beginning of 2014 saw 3 new Seamor Advanced ROVs entering Australia. David Barry from Aqualift was the first to receive the all newly designed 300 T "ATOM". David and the guys and girls from Aqualift travel throughout the East Coast of Australia inspecting and cleaning Potable water tanks. They required an ROV that was robust and reliable as they spend most of the year on the road. David particularly appreciated the open modular design of the Seamor ROVs, where individual modules can be quickly and easily swapped out even on site if required, which minimised downtime. The quality of the Seamor Sony camera, and the ability to capture still images at the same time as recording the high quality video was another selling point, as these could then be easily incorporated into the online reporting database that Aqualift has designed. Michael and Simon Wright also purchased and took delivery of 2 Seamor ROVs for their new business "Wrighteye Industries". The Father and Son team purchased a high definition 300F ROV as well as a 300T "ATOM". Simon is an accomplished work class ROV Pilot and technician and immediately saw the benefit of the industrial robustness of the Seamor ROVs, coupled with the quality of the Sony camera, and responsiveness of the ROV thrusters.
The guys have already made an impression with the local councils in the state of Victoria, and are finding new and innovative solutions to the problems that they are presented with by governments and private businesses alike. Having the option of 2 different ROVs enable the Wright's to tackle a wide range of underwater projects, and the ability to upgrade the Seamor ROVs at any stage means that they can expand their capability in the future without having to repurchase ROVs. ROV Innovations will be exhibiting at Australia’s largest oil and gas event, the Australasian Oil & Gas Exhibition & Conference (AOG) from 19-21 February. Largest event of its kind With a record number of international exhibitors, this year’s event will be the biggest yet, expanding to Level 2 of the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre for the first time. Over three huge days, visitors will discover the latest products and services from ROV Innovations and more than 550 exhibitors from 20 countries showcasing the innovations in oil and gas technology, covering the full spectrum of the industry from exploration and production technology to gas processing, pipelines, offshore services, engineering, design and construction. Conference transformed Away from the bustling exhibition floor, the AOG conference will tackle the latest issues facing the oil and gas industry in an expanded program comprising fifteen streams and a series of high-profile local and international speakers. One of the most eagerly anticipated sessions, the Plenary stream, will bring together some of the industry’s leading figures, including Minister for Commerce, Hon. Bill Marmion, Chevron Australia’s General Manager Gerry Flaherty and Shell’s Country Chair Australia, Andrew Smith. The merging of the Subsea Australasia Conference with the AOG Conference will give delegates access to more content and a greater range of sessions with subsea streams incorporated. Networking and social events AOG 2014 will offer a host of social events and networking areas for visitors to develop and strengthen business relationships. The impressive range of social functions at this year’s AOG includes the sell-out AOG Opening Party and Official AOG Dinner, each offering a night of great food, drinks and entertainment. Dinner attendees will also have the chance to win a signed Manchester United jersey in the raffle on the night thanks to Aurecon. New to the line-up are the Subsea Welcome Drinks and the Safety Outcomes breakfast hosted by the Safety Institute of Australia (S.I.A) and IFAP (Industrial Foundation for Accident Prevention) with a panel of guests from Woodside Energy, Curtin University and Chevron Australia. Throughout the event there will also be a range of food and refreshments available onsite, including the popular Schenker Australia Bratwurst Bar, Matrix Oyster Bar, Murphy Pipe and Civil Juice Bar and, new for 2014, paella being served at the Skilled Offshore Subsea Bar. Another first for the exhibition is The Den, a new area located on Level 2 with entertainment, free food and beverages. You’ll also have the chance to win big with prizes valued at over $30,000, including $10,000 cash. To enter the draw simply show up at The Den and have your pass scanned for a chance to win! Save time and register online If you’re a senior manager, engineer, consultant, procurement professional or decision maker in the oil and gas industry, AOG is the one event you can’t afford to miss. Visitors are encouraged to pre-register for AOG 2014 to save time, avoid the $20 entry free and receive updates about special events, news and offers. Register for free now online at www.aogexpo.com.au You’ll find ROV Innovations at stand 238 at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre from 19-21 February. Opening Hours Wednesday 19 February, 10.30am – 7pm * Thursday 20 February, 10.30am – 7pm * Friday 21 February, 10.30am – 4pm |
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