Veescan

Veescan product range offers our clients the choice of systems for both optimised productivity and value for money or maximum flexibility combined with Lowest capital cost.

ETHER NDE is pleased to offer a range of solutions for aircraft wheel inspection. We understand that the key criteria for Aircraft Wheel Inspection Systems are the need to guarantee detection of defects, the requirement to operate reliably for twenty-four hours per day, 365 days per year, the demand for a simple and user-friendly interface and the business need to maximize speed of inspection and output. Balancing these objectives can be difficult, but we believe the VEESCAN measures up to the task.

The VEESCAN is available in a choice of models and can be configured with a wide choice of probes. This allows any Wheel Shop to select the system most compatible with their workload. The ”Model H" is a proven design allowing maximum flexibility, while the ”Model R" (Rapid) offers the potential for greater throughput due to the incorporation of the special WideScan probe with a scanning helix of 5mm.

Customer Benefits:

• Proven mechanical design with established record of breakdown-free operation for 365 days or more.
• Choice of two probe configurations: "Model H" or "Model R" (Rapid) offering choice of maximum flexibility or optimised productivity.
• Adjustable-height Control Station on "Model H" - Allows Operator the most flexible and comfortable usage.
• Full choice of Operation Modes maximising Probability of Detection.
• Easy to operate with basic training.
• Easy to service - Manufactured from heavy-duty aluminum extrusion and incorporating standard readily available branded control and automation products.
• Intuitive set-up - A "teach and learn" system allows the machine to be trained to inspect a wheel, then manually adjust values to fine tune the setup and then save the setup for similar / the same wheels in the future.

 

• Versatile - the VeeScan has been designed to test the widest range of Aircraft Wheels from Helicopter Nose Wheels to A380 Main Wheels.
• Rapid and Reliable - Automated inspection allows the wheel to be inspected much more quickly than for a manual inspection whilst ensuring the requiredarea of inspection is scanned 100%.
• Reporting - The fully digital reporting system archives the data for analysis and review either on the VEESCAN itself or remotely over a network. A simple 1 page A4 report may be saved and printed.
• Safety - A separate control plinth with dual push button activated start means the operator is not near the rotating wheel during the test. Both the "Model H" and "Model R" versions use systems of Wheel Clamping that are proven in the field over extended periods of time.

 

 

Veescan model H

VEESCAN H is designed to lift the wheel and fix it with an automatic adaptor that uses the wheel inertia to centre it. VEESCAN H offers an integrated roller tray for easy manoeuvrability and integration into a conveyor system and also features an automatic hub size adaptor. VEESCAN H can test wheels up to 900mm diameter.

The H is designed with an adjustable-height Control Panel for operator comfort and can be positioned at a convenient distance from the main machine. Open on three sides, the VEESCAN H offers easy wheel loading as standard.

A circular absolute probe is positioned perpendicular to the surface to ensure uniform sensitivity regardless of wheel surface profile as the probe progresses through the wheel bead seat area. Recommended frequency is 200kHz.

 

Main Characteristics QF Model H

• Extruded aluminium structure covered with black Perspex panels.
• Separate Control Panel that may be positioned at a convenient distance from the main machine, which is height and angle adjustable.
• Teflon rotating table with three open sides for easy wheel loading.
• Roller tray to facilitate the wheel movement.

 

 

Specification

Unit Size	112,5 x 120 x 95cm
Instrument	ViCTor 1 Channel WI
Probe	Diferentialy connected absolute (integral balance load) with circular head. Recommended Frequency 200kHz option 100kHz, 500kHz and 1,5 MHz. Recommended diameter 6mm (mm also available and narrow shaft for large wheels)
Max Wheel Diameter	900mm
Typical Inspection Helix	1,5mm
Probe Position	Adaptive contour following using dual axis pressure sensors
Max Wheel Height	400mm
Power Supplies	110-240V ac 50/60Hz
Max Load	150kg
Pneumatic Pressure	None (electric wheel raise) 250mm stroke
Alarms	Acoustic and visual
Rotation Speed	15-120 rpm, via surface speed control eg 250mm/s
Frame	Extruded Aluminium
Wheel Position	The Wheel is lifted clear of the roller tray using a 250mm stroke electric actuator and then held under its iwn weight by an adaptive automatic grip mechanism
Data Recording and Storage	Yes
Manual Hand-Held Inspection	Yes, probe socket and switch on control station
Automatic Calibration	Yes, by means of dynamic standard option
Automatic Stop an DefectYes
Turntable	Roller Tray / Outer stainless steel, inner plastic. Easily adjustable end stops at both ends to revent wheel falling off.
Control Station	External free standing. Height adjustable with machine and eddy current control. 7" screen. Uses virtual keyboard. Touch Pad 750-900mm adjustable.
Operation Modes	Automatic, Stop on defect and full manual

Veescan model R

The VEESCAN R clamps the wheel with a pneumatic cylinder. With pneumatic oontrol and electronics incorporated within the frame it allows access to the rotating table from three open sides. On the rotating table, three rollers assist the wheel movement. It is designed to be used with probes with both high and low inspection frequencies simultaneously. The R is easily adaptable for use with the eddy current instrument plus an auxiliary computer for data storage and further evaluation.

The Model R is manufactured in two sizes to accommodate two different wheel size categories; for wheels under 600mm in diameter and for wheels under 900mm in diameter.

Main Characteristics QF Model R

• Extruded aluminium structure and outer black Perspex panels.
• Compact design with pneumatic control and electronics fitted in a frame with complete access to the rotating table from three open sides.
• The control/handling post can be installed on the lateral sides or on the front side.
• Rotating table with three rollers to help wheels to move from the three open sides.
• Four bar guided wheel-centring device with removable Teflon cone (standard size) and stiffened support structure (horizontal) on top of the tower.
• Possibility to install encoders for vertical and turning movements in order to facilitate the synchronisation with software applications.
• Safety elements include two emergency stops (one fixed, the second free, positions to be fixed by the user), dual push button for safe activation of wheel centring movement and probe protection.

 

 

Specification

Unit Size	a) 85 x 220 x 145cm or b) 120 x 230 x 145cm
Instrument	ViCTor 1 Channel WI
Max Wheel Diameter	a) 600mm or b) 900mm*
Typical Inspection Helix	5mm
Probe Position	Touching teh Wheel
Max Wheel Height	400mm
Power Supplies	110-240V ac 50/60Hz
Max Load	150kg
Pneumatic Pressure	40-150psi
Alarms	Acoustic and visual
Rotation Speed	5-50 rpm
Frame	Extruded Aluminium
Wheel Position	The Wheel is clamped against the turntable face during the inspection by a pneumatically actuated cone
Data Recording and Storage	Yes
Manual Hand-Held Inspection	Yes, probe socket and switch on control station
Automatic Calibration	Yes, by means of dynamic standard option
Automatic Stop an Defect	Yes
Turntable	Options - Spring loaded ball rollers on the rotating plate to allow the inspection of wheels in tray.
Control Station	Control panel, integrated with main unit
Operation Modes	Automatic, Stop on defect and manual

Please note:
* highlights that a) represents Model R with 600mm max wheel diameter and b) represents Model R 900mm max wheel diameter.

 

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