September 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Inductosense has just unveiled its latest innovations in corrosion monitoring technology—the WAND-HDC v3 handheld data collector and the REACH v2 extendable probe—taking internal corrosion and erosion monitoring to new levels of performance, flexibility, and field usability.
The Challenge in the Field
Engineering professionals and plant managers face persistent challenges with internal corrosion monitoring:
Accessing insulated, coated, or elevated surfaces often requires insulation removal, scaffolding, or rope access—introducing safety risks and downtime.
Traditional ultrasonic thickness monitoring provides limited spot-checks, lacks repeatability, and is labour-intensive.
With aging assets, capturing accurate, scalable data to support predictive maintenance in oil and gas and other industries is more critical than ever.
How WAND-HDC v3 and REACH v2 Solve It
High-volume data capture: WAND-HDC v3 collects thousands of readings rapidly, enabling facility-wide monitoring programs.
Enhanced accessibility: REACH v2’s flexible reader head reaches sensors at height—and extends up to 4.3 meters—without tools.
Field-ready usability: A large, bright display ensures visibility in heavy-duty lighting. REACH v2 is lightweight (carbon fibre), collapsible to 1.5 m, and easy to transport.
Future-proof integration: WAND-HDC v3 supports remote firmware updates via iDART and integrates seamlessly with future wireless corrosion sensors.
Real-World Impact for Your Operation
For corrosion engineers, reliability managers, and asset integrity specialists, these enhancements deliver tangible benefits:
Reduced inspection burden: Less manpower, fewer tools, and minimal infrastructure required.
Greater data consistency: Embedded, RFID-tagged sensors provide repeatable readings tied to exact locations.
Proactive maintenance: Pairing with iDART enables trend analysis and early detection of wall-loss patterns—an essential step in digital corrosion monitoring strategies.
“Corrosion-related failure can cost millions annually—proactive monitoring is the key to avoiding it.”
Why It Matters Now
In industries like oil & gas, chemical processing, nuclear, mining, and energy, operators are under pressure to reduce unplanned shutdowns, extend asset life, and support sustainability goals. Investing in non-intrusive corrosion monitoring helps facilities cut emissions (through fewer site visits and leaks), improve safety, and implement reliability-focused maintenance programs.
Ready to explore how WAND-HDC v3 and REACH v2 can elevate your plant reliability strategy and support predictive corrosion management at your facility? Get a conversation started with our technical team.
