http://www.cordexinstruments.com Latest News en-gb Copyright: CorDEX Instruments CorDEX Instruments has joined forces with a leading industry training provider, investing £7,000 to give engineering students the opportunity to get to grips with the latest cutting edge technology. The company has signed an agreement with Middlesbrough-based TTE Technical Training Group to supply four of its explosion proof ToughPIX 2303XP Series digital cameras for use at the organisation’s newly refurbished training centre.CorDEX Instrument’s range of cameras has been developed following direct requests from the energy industry and can be used safely in hazardous areas, where traditional digital cameras are not permitted.Business development director for CorDEX Instruments, Marcus Halliday, said: “We have been working closely with the oil and gas industry to develop and refine our range of explosion proof digital cameras which make them ideal training tools for those who want to work in the energy industry. “The cameras can help oil and gas operators carry out a number of important tasks efficiently and safely as well as help to make significant time savings in the field. We’re proud to be working in partnership with TTE Technical Training Group and hope this agreement can lead to other opportunities to work together going forward.”TTE Technical Training Group is one of the UK’s leading technical training providers and delivers apprenticeship programmes and technical training services to the oil and gas, manufacturing, engineering and petrochemical industries.The organisation has a number of assessors who visit company sites around the UK and overseas. Their role is to directly observe technicians and operators performing their duties in order to assess competence.The ToughPIX 2303XP digital cameras will help with this task and they will also be used by both students and trainers on the electrical, instrumentation, mechanical and operations modules at TTE Technical Training Group’s training centre.The latest version of the ToughPIX 2303XP camera is more streamlined than its predecessor and includes still and moving images in AVI format of up to 10 mega pixels. Encased in aluminium with an ultra-bright LCD display protected by armoured glass and with an optional Macro and Wide angle lens, the revolutionary camera is custom designed for the harshest environments and can be used offshore without the need for a ‘hot permit’. Business development manager for TTE Technical Training Group, John Taylor, said: “Currently our assessors use standard digital cameras and mobile phones to obtain photographic evidence during their site visits but they can be limited due to the nature of the working environments. The ToughPIX 2303XP digital cameras from CorDEX Instruments will help to make this task more efficient as well as offer our students the chance to use the very latest technology during their industry training.”CorDEX has also developed CONNECT™ – a desktop package which boosts the capabilities of ToughPIX 2300XP Series cameras which allows users to exclusively organise and manage information and images taken in the field. The intelligent system can generate reports and quickly manipulate images downloaded onto the system. Users can simply download images, edit then instantly annotate to produce reports. The ToughPIX 2300XP Series is ATEX and American CSA certified to take images within Zone 1 IIC T4 and Class 1 Division I B, C, D hazardous areas. ]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instraining-group/00031.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instraining-group/00031.html CorDEX Instruments is celebrating after winning an award for its innovative explosion proof camera which is being used in the field by Weatherford.The technology manufacturer scooped first prize in the ‘Best User Application’ category at this year’s HazardEx Awards for its ToughPIX 2303XP camera and came second in the ‘Contribution Towards Safety’ category.More than 100 people attended the event at The Majestic Hotel in Harrogate, North Yorkshire on Wednesday, February 29, which recognised the success of a number of businesses in the safety and hazardous area industry.CorDEX was shortlisted in the ‘Best User Application’ category for its ToughPIX 2303XP camera which is being used by Weatherford and also in the ‘Contribution Towards Safety’ category for its UT5000 Intrinsically Safe Thickness Gauge.The Teeside-headquartered company develops hand-held technologies ideally suited to the hazardous environments of the oil and gas sector. Its intrinsically safe equipment eliminates the need for shutdown or ‘hot work’ permits during Non Destructive Testing (NDT) and inspection programmes.CorDEX Instruments Chief Executive, Tony Holliday, said: “It is a great achievement to be recognised for our ToughPIX 2303XP camera and UT5000 intrinsically safe ultrasonic thickness gauge at the HazardEx awards. “All of our products are developed in direct response to requests from the oil and gas industry which help increase safety, enhance monitoring accuracy and reduce costly downtime for operators. We've enjoyed significant success over the last year and have a number of technology launches lined up for 2012 as we continue to deliver new intrinsically safe equipment to market.” The latest version of the ToughPIX 2303XP camera is more streamlined than its predecessor and includes still and moving images in AVI format of up to 10 mega pixels. Encased in aluminium with an ultra-bright display protected by armoured glass, the revolutionary camera is custom designed for the harshest environments and can be used offshore without the need for a ‘hot permit’.CorDEX has also developed CONNECT™ – a desktop package that boosts the capabilities of ToughPIX 2300XP Series cameras and is included as a complimentary ‘add-on’ package for customers.CONNECT™ allows users to exclusively organise and manage information and images taken in the field with the ToughPIX 2300XP Series. It can generate reports and quickly manipulate images downloaded onto the system. Users can simply download images, edit then instantly annotate to produce reports.Researchers at the University of Aberdeen are using the UT5000 to provide a new model for corrosion assessment to enhance global oil and gas safety.The aim of the ground-breaking research is to shed light on how corrosion develops spatially on steel pipelines and vessels to improve replacement decisions and integrity management and the UT5000 will give companies the ability to establish a predictive maintenance program to further improve safety. ]]> Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrrdex-success/00029.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrrdex-success/00029.html CorDEX Instruments is gearing up for significant sales of its intrinsically safe thickness monitoring device after receiving international certification from a global regulator on explosive environments and safety equipment.The UT5000 Intrinsically Safe Thickness Gauge has been assessed and approved by IECEx, the globally recognised IEC System for Certification to Standards Relating to Equipment for Use in Explosive Atmospheres.The hand-held device, which is designed to measure the thickness of pipelines and materials in hazardous areas using non-destructive techniques, has already achieved ATEX certification and is approved for use in the European market.Tony Holliday, CEO of CorDEX Instruments, the leading manufacturer of intrinsically safe and non-destructive testing products for the oil and gas industry, welcomed the IECEx certification and aims to market the device to an international industry audience.He said: “Receiving IECEx certification for the UT5000 is an important step in delivering the device to the global marketplace. We are pleased the thickness gauge has come through the thorough examination process the certification assessment requires.“We now have ATEX and IECEx certification for the UT5000 which will make it possible to market it to companies around the world. Asset integrity and corrosion testing is of the utmost importance for the oil and gas industry and this tool has the potential to transform the way operators work.“Our equipment fits with what the energy sector seeks to do in relation to ageing assets and without the need to wait for a shutdown to conduct testing provides the opportunity for more comprehensive and regular inspections to be carried out.”The UT5000 is currently being used by researchers at the University of Aberdeen to provide a new model for corrosion assessment to enhance oil and gas safety.The aim of the ground-breaking research is to shed light on how corrosion develops spatially on steel pipelines and vessels to improve replacement decisions and integrity management and the UT5000 will give companies the ability to establish a predictive maintenance program to further improve safety.Dr Neill Renton, head of chemical engineering within the School of Engineering at the University of Aberdeen, said: “The deterioration of assets through corrosion damage is a critical problem for the energy industry.“This intrinsically safe device allows for testing during normal operations without the need for any hot-working and could allow testing on a much more regular basis giving us a greater ability to track corrosion over time. “If a number of oil and gas companies use the technology then there would be a dramatic improvement in our understanding of deterioration with associated safety benefits.”CorDEX has already established a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemicals sectors and is now positioning itself to become the United Kingdom’s premier manufacturer of handheld intrinsically safe tools for the oil and gas industry. The Teesside-headquartered company has a network of distributers across the United States of America, South America Europe and the Middle East. ]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrglobal-sales/00028.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrglobal-sales/00028.html Offshore industry specialists CorDEX Instruments hosted a thrilling track day at Knockhill Racing Circuit recently after raising thousands of pounds for a north-east cancer charity.The event, which was held at the Fife circuit on Wednesday, October 5 raised £7,000 for Maggie’s Appeal and attracted representatives from a number of offshore companies.Maggie’s Appeal aims to raise £3million to open a Maggie’s centre at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary to offer practical and emotional care to people fighting cancer as well as their loved ones.Money for the charity was raised during a silent auction at this year’s P&J Energy Ball in Aberdeen when six tickets for the event were up for grabs.A total of 22 guests from companies including Weatherford, Saipem, Port Services, Intermoor and Morson International joined six CorDEX team members at the event to vie for the title of being fastest round the 1.3 mile circuit in high performance cars.Aberdeen racing driver Glynn Geddie, who is sponsored by CorDEX, also attended the event and took guests for a series of ‘hot laps’ round the circuit in his Ferrari 458 GT sports car.CorDEX Instruments Chief Executive, Tony Holliday, said: “The race day was a roaring success and everyone really enjoyed their time on the track.“We’re proud to have raised a large sum of money for Maggie’s Appeal and pleased the event attracted so many people from different companies in the energy sector. Everyone left with a smile on their face and we’ve had lots of positive feedback from our guests.”Competitors took part in a timed challenge where they posted a number of hot lap times. The fastest drivers progressed to a final race and the top three were presented with a trophy and a magnum of champagne during a podium presentation.Stephen Clarke from Port Services, said: "We’ve had a great time and my guests and I have had a tremendous day at Knockhill with CorDEX. The hot laps with Glynn were an unforgettable experience!"On the weekend following the event, Glynn clinched the 2011 British GT Championship on Sunday, October 9 with his dad Jim. The CorDEX-sponsored pair finished third in their CRS Racing Ferrari 458 at Silverstone. The result was enough to help them become the first father and son team to win the prestigious title.Tony said: “We’d like to congratulate Glynn and Jim on winning the British GT championship this season.“They’ve both done tremendously well throughout the year and to clinch the title at the last race is a fantastic achievement.”Teesside based CorDEX Instruments recently opened a base in Aberdeen and has brought its unique product range to the oil and gas industry.The company manufactures ATEX certified products including an explosion proof digital camera with flash and zoom, which can be used offshore without hot permits.Earlier this year CorDEX launched an intrinsically safe ultrasonic tool, the handheld UT5000 Intrinsically Safe Thickness Gauge, which can detect corrosion in pipelines and, for the first time, gives companies the ability to establish a predictive maintenance program to further improve safety. ]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrsquos-appeal/00027.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrsquos-appeal/00027.html CorDEX Instruments, the United Kingdom’s leading manufacturer of intrinsically safe equipment, has raised thousands of pounds for a north-east cancer charity at a glittering industry event in Aberdeen. More than 1,000 people attended the Press and Journal Energy Ball at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) on Saturday, August 6 to enjoy one of the highlights of Scotland’s social calendar. The event also raised money for Monty’s Maggie’s Appeal which aims to raise £3million to bring a Maggie’s Centre to the north-east. Based in Aberdeen, it would offer practical and emotional care to people who are fighting cancer as well as their loved ones. CorDEX was a sponsor at the Energy Ball and also donated six tickets for a thrilling race day with Aberdeen racing driver Glynn Geddie at Knockhill Racing Circuit near Dunfermline. The tickets raised £7,000 during a silent auction at the event, contributing to the £30,000 total raised for the charity on the night. The company chose Monty’s Maggie’s Appeal as its charity to support for 2011 and last year announced a five-figure sponsorship deal with Glynn as he seeks to climb to the top step of the motorsport podium. CorDEX Instruments Chief Executive, Tony Holliday, attended the Energy Ball with representatives from the company and was thrilled that the tickets had raised a large sum of money. He said: “We are extremely pleased that we’ve been able to raise £7,000 for Monty’s Maggie’s Appeal and look forward to seeing our guests at the race day. “CorDEX Instruments is proud to support this ambitious charity and it’s great we’ve been able to offer a race day with Glynn as a very exciting prize.” Glynn, 21, is a British Racing Drivers Club’s Rising Star winner – an accolade previously awarded to Formula 1 World Champions Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton – and has been tipped for big things this season. The Aberdeen race ace has been competing in a Ferrari 458 in both the British GT Championship and the FIA European GT3 Championship this season. Glynn’s GT racing car was also on display at the Energy Ball and gave guests the opportunity to get a close-up view of the one of the most technologically advanced racing cars in its field. Teesside-based CorDEX Instruments opened an office in Aberdeen in 2010 and has brought its unique product range to the oil and gas industry. The company manufactures ATEX certified products including the world’s first explosion proof digital camera with flash and zoom, which can be used offshore without hot work permits. CorDEX recently launched an intrinsically safe ultrasonic tool, the handheld UT5000 Intrinsically Safe Thickness Gauge, which can detect corrosion in pipelines and, for the first time, gives companies the ability through its CAMS software, to establish a predictive maintenance program to further improve safety. ]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-displ-for-charity/00026.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-displ-for-charity/00026.html CorDEX Instruments has forged a strategic partnership with the University of Aberdeen, investing £150,000 to provide intrinsically safe and explosion proof technologies for use in research. The deal will see CorDEX provide equipment and onsite training in the correct use of these groundbreaking oil and gas tools, which are certified for safe use offshore and in explosive environments. Over the next three years, CorDEX will donate its latest handheld devices to the university. The ToughPIX digital camera and UT5000 Intrinsically Safe Thickness Gauge, which measures pipeline thickness to detect corrosion, are being supplied in the first phase. A student will spend the summer using the UT5000 - the world’s first pipeline tester designed for use offshore – in a research project. Dr Neill Renton, head of chemical engineering within the Department of Engineering welcomed the new partnership. He said: “CorDEX Instruments’ tools are groundbreaking and we are excited about the prospect of having access to the equipment and also the expertise that the CorDEX team will bring to the department. “The UT5000 Intrinsically Safe Thickness Gauge is of particular interest as I know first-hand how much of a challenge asset integrity and corrosion testing is for the oil and gas industry. To have access to a tool that can be brought offshore or into a plant at any time without having to wait for a scheduled shutdown has the potential to change the way operators work. “The cost and time saving on the administration alone is staggering and if you add to that the value of the data the tool records and its ability to build predictive maintenance reports, the impact could be far reaching. It has the potential to improve safety inspections in ageing assets, which supports the Health and Safety Executive’s KP4 inspection standards introduced last year.” Tony Holliday, CEO of CorDEX Instruments said: “It is incredibly important for us to forge these ties with key academic institutions. The University of Aberdeen is a leading educator of engineers in the UK and we are pleased to be involved in the cutting-edge research taking place there. We feel it is vital for students of this discipline to gain knowledge from current industry practice and we hope to achieve this through the partnership.” CorDEX aims to give the students a better understanding of the tools available in the workplace and the restrictions required when working within hazardous petrochemical environments. MSc student Ryan Maurice will be putting the technology to use over the summer as part of his Subsea Engineering degree. He said: “My dissertation on pipeline corrosion and reliability aims to build a model for corrosion patterns which will be used as part of the university’s overall research on this area, and may even be adopted by industry. It is crucial to have accurate results and the equipment we had before wasn’t very reliable or quick. The UT5000 will not only provide enhanced time efficiency but will also validate the outcomes of my research. “It is of great benefit as a student to be able to access these kinds of tools so we can be up to date with the latest developments in engineering, which will also stand us in good stead when we start our careers in oil and gas.” The University of Aberdeen has an extensive Education Partnership Programme so that skills and knowledge can be shared between the academic institution and industry. The relationship with CorDEX means that as well as offering the instruments, software and test rigs, the company will also be involved in training and seminars to add industry perspective to their area of expertise. Teeside headquartered CorDEX Instruments has a base in Aberdeen, Scotland the European capital for the energy industry and has a network of distributers across the USA, Europe and the Middle East. CorDEX has already established a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemicals sectors and is now positioning itself as a leading manufacturer of intrinsically safe and non destructive testing products for the oil and gas industry. ]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instr-partnership/00025.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instr-partnership/00025.html Aberdeen based Apex Tubulars, the largest independent casing and tubing inspection company in Europe, has speeded up the measuring of equipment with a new explosion proof laser measure. Apex has invested in the handheld LaserMETER 3000XP from CorDEX Instruments to assist in its busy inspection programme and in managing large orders being shipped around the world. Gary Park, operations manager at Apex Tubulars said: “We were impressed with the LaserMETER 3000XP because of its ATEX and CSA accreditation which means we can use it offshore without hot permits as well as onshore at our inspection compound. The handheld design is easy to use and it measures to the third of a decimal point as well as giving overall accumulative length, which saves time as well as improving accuracy.” The LaserMETER 3000XP is the first measuring device to be approved for use in explosive areas, making it ideal for use offshore and in the mining and petrochemical industries. It has been built to last, with a rugged industrial-grade construction. Encased in tough aluminium, it can withstand harsh environments and has simple operating functions designed for workers wearing protective kit and gloves. The flameproof design incorporates a shock resistant, anti-static over mould with interchangeable battery pack and backlit LCD screen. It includes features such as Pythagoras, area and volume calculations and can measure distances of up to 30m. Mr Park added: “In our line of work, improving efficiency is incredibly important and this tool can get the job done quickly and safely. The versatility of the laser measure, which includes an in-built spirit level for accuracy, was a big attraction.” Marcus Halliday, Director at CorDEX Instruments said: “Safely measuring pipeline and equipment both offshore and onshore has been an industry challenge, so we are delighted that Apex Tubulars chose the LaserMETER 3000XP to enhance their processes.” CorDEX Instruments launched in 2009 and is now positioning itself to become the UK premier manufacturer of handheld explosion-proof tools for the oil and gas industry. The Yorkshire headquartered company opened a base in Aberdeen in 2010 to bring its unique services to the international energy industry. ]]> Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/apex-tubularove-accuracy/00023.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/apex-tubularove-accuracy/00023.html Ultrasonic tool pinpoints risk areas as pressure mounts for better pipeline maintenance Houston, Texas, May 2, 2011 CorDEX Instruments today launched a new ultrasonic tool for detecting corrosion in pipelines which for the first time provides the ability to build a predictive maintenance program to improve safety. CorDEX unveiled the dynamic handheld UT5000 at the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. The intrinsically safe tool for non-destructive testing has the ability to rapidly measure metal thickness to establish the extent of corrosion and is combined with intelligent data tracking. The UT5000 with CorDEX CONNECT uses RFID technology to locate and log up to 1,000 measurements, each linked to a specific location, date and time. It can be used for days or weeks in the field before the data is downloaded, providing accurate corrosion analysis and helping to predict potential failures. A unique corrosion mode helps identify thinning spots and MultiECHO™ technology improves measurement accuracy on uneven surfaces. The tool has been developed in response to integrity issues, particularly in ageing pipelines which can run for thousands of miles. Calls have been made recently for an increase in fines following tragic pipeline incidents in the US where defective welds and poor testing and record keeping have been blamed. Marcus Halliday, CorDEX Instruments Director said: “More than 2.5 million miles of pipeline deliver oil and gas to communities and businesses around the US alone. Multiply that many times around the world and it is clear that pipeline maintenance programs based on solid information can save companies millions of dollars and avert dangerous failures. The UT5000 can safely and rapidly measure any corrosion and with its smart RFID technology, can build the robust report required to identify and trend developing trouble spots.” CorDEX Instruments is a UK based specialist in intrinsically safe and explosion-proof instruments for Non Destructive Testing (NDT) and inspection. The company has developed CorDEX CONNECT – a software programme which can be downloaded to any PC – which collects and organises the data obtained on site, ultimately giving the inspector a detailed account of the condition of the pipeline at any specific location. Mr Halliday added: “Only comprehensive testing and good maintenance can ensure these vast ageing infrastructures are fit for purpose. For the first time, UT5000 provides the combination of intrinsic safety, location tagging, measurement accuracy and analysis capabilities to build a comprehensive predictive maintenance report to reduce risk.” Last month US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood launched a national pipeline safety initiative following fatal incidents involving ageing pipelines. Government officials and industry leaders gathered on April 18 to discuss steps for improving safety of pipeline infrastructure. Secretary LaHood is calling on Congress to increase the maximum civil penalties for pipeline violations from $100,000 per day to $250,000 per day, and from $1 million for a series of violations to $2.5 million. More than 2.5 million miles of pipelines are responsible for delivering oil and gas to communities and businesses across the United States. Currently, these pipelines are operated by approximately 3,000 companies and fall under the safety regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). The intrinsically safe tool can also be used offshore without obtaining ‘hot work’ permits, so will be also be ideal for ageing assets in the North Sea and Gulf of Mexico where many structures are now past their original design life About the UT5000  The UT5000 is tested for Zone 1 IIC T4 hazardous areas, so no hot work permit is required. Designed for rugged environments, an over-moulded body protects a 3.1" RGB TFT colour screen with backlight. The dual-element, 4MHz transducer is adjustable up to 10Hz with accuracy of +/- 0.05mm. UT5000 accuracy is +/- 0.05mm, in both single point and continuous measurement mode, delivering unprecedented accuracy and flexibility to classified area NDT inspectors. The tester features both single point and corrosion modes, allowing the user to identify specific points of thinning in a pipe wall.  Large, well-spaced buttons allow users ease of operation, even when wearing gloves. The UT5000 is available through distributors worldwide. Additional accessories, including extra transducers, software and RFID tags, are also available. About CorDEX Connect  CorDEX CONNECT is the first system to integrate RFID technology, reporting software and a handheld intrinsically safe tester to enable predictive maintenance for pipelines and fixed equipment in hazardous areas.  The UT5000 Ultrasonic Tester with CorDEX CONNECT uses RFID to tag every thickness measurement with a specific location, date and time. A proprietary software programme then collects and organizes the data, giving engineers a comprehensive view of the pipeline at any specific location. With CorDEX CONNECT, those responsible for monitoring pipeline safety can use data collected by anyone in the field to create predictive maintenance programs. Using CorDEX CONNECT trend analysis capabilities, trouble spots can be identified from measurements taken over multiple visits. Users can easily create printable charts and graphs, such as “thickness over time.” Data also can be exported to Microsoft Excel or into a .csv file.  CorDEX CONNECT senses when the tester may be out of calibration, alerting the user to suspect readings. When the tool is sent for calibration, real-time tracking allows the user to track its transport and calibration status. ]]> Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/launch-of-inrrosion-tool/00022.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/launch-of-inrrosion-tool/00022.html CorDEX Instruments, manufacturer of explosion proof equipment, has won a national technical innovation award for a new handheld distance measuring tool that can be used safely offshore.The LaserMETER 3000XP received the Technical Innovation of the Year prize in the annual HazardEx awards in Harrogate, Yorkshire.The revolutionary new tool is the first measuring device to be certified for use in explosive areas, making it ideal for use offshore and in the mining and petrochemical industries.Securing ATEX, CSA and IECEx Zone 1IIC T4 accreditation means that it complies with stringent health and safety regulations and can be used offshore without obtaining ‘hot work’ permits.Marcus Halliday, General Manager at CorDEX Instruments said: “Our explosion proof measuring tool was custom designed in response to industry feedback and there is nothing like it in the market place. We are delighted that it has been recognised for its innovation and we have great confidence in the whole family of products that are being launched during 2011.”The LaserMETER 3000XP has been expertly built to last, with a rugged industrial-grade construction. Encased in tough aluminium, it can withstand harsh environments and has simple operating functions to cater for workers in hazardous locations wearing protective kit and gloves. The IP65 design incorporates shock resistant, anti-static over mould with interchangeable battery pack and backlit LCD display. It comes packed with features such as Pythagoras, area and volume calculations and can measure distances of up to 30m with an accuracy of 3mm.At the HazardEx exhibition, CorDEX Instruments also launched its next generation of explosion proof digital camera - the ToughPIX 2300XP series.The camera is smaller and lighter than previous models with fully automatic strobe flash, interchangeable lenses, digital zoom and red-eye reduction. It can capture still images in extreme, low light conditions. ToughPIX 2300XP Series is ATEX and American CSA certified to take images within Zone 1 IIC T4 and Class 1 Division I B, C, D hazardous areas. CorDEX has already established a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemicals sectors and is now positioning itself to become the UK premier manufacturer of handheld explosion-proof tools for the oil and gas industry. The Yorkshire headquartered company opened a base in Aberdeen in 2010 to bring its unique services to the international energy industry. ]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrvation-award/00021.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrvation-award/00021.html CorDEX Instruments, the leading manufacturer of explosion proof equipment, is launching its next generation of digital cameras - the ToughPIX 2300XP series – at the HazardEX exhibition today (Wednesday, 23 February) in Harrogate. The revolutionary camera – with fully automatic strobe flash, interchangeable lenses, digital zoom and red-eye reduction, has been evolved further and can capture still images in extreme, low light situations at the simple touch of a button. ToughPIX XP Series, is a new service line of cameras which are ATEX and American CSA certified to take images within Zone 1 IIC T4 and Class 1 Division I B, C, D hazardous areas. The ToughPIX 2300XP series is more streamlined than its predecessor and includes still and moving images in AVI format of up to 10 mega pixels. ToughPIX enables the documentation of equipment and processes to happen at an instant. The industrial grade exterior provides tough protection and the large function buttons, with 6X zoom and flash, make it easily operated, even when wearing protective clothing. Last year CorDEX Instruments developed its first ATEX certified handheld digital camera the Centurion XP to great acclaim but the technology market does not stand still. The newly refined ToughPIX 2300XP series has been improved to provide customers with the best product on the market. Director Marcus Halliday says the new camera is an essential piece of kit for offshore workers and his team have gone one step further to ensure its customers’ needs are being met. He explained: “The new ToughPIX shows our commitment to the oil and gas industry. The revolutionary flameproof camera has been designed to highest safety standards to be used in dangerous explosive areas, where traditional cameras are not permitted. It is lighter and smaller than the previous model. It complies with stringent offshore health and safety regulations and cuts out the requirement for hot permit certificates.” He added: “Safety in the workplace is a major concern for companies and staff especially in places that are classified as high risk where it is crucial to eliminate the source of ignition which can come from electrical devices. We have further designed this camera to be as simple to use as every-day cameras with all the functions you would expect from a top-end model and more.” Images can be reviewed on the ToughPIX’s armoured LCD screen located at the rear of the camera in real-time - on the field on platform. With an onboard memory of up to 8GB, the device can store hundreds of pictures which can be easily transferred via high speed USB communications link to PC, upon returning to a safe area. The new product is being launch globally across the UK and European markets as well as in the States, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, the hubs of the oil, gas, and energy markets. The Yorkshire-headquartered company recently opened a new office in Aberdeen’s Regus Business Centre to focus on supplying quality ATEX certified hand held products directly to the global energy industry. Halliday explained: “There is nothing out there to rival our products and the possibilities for use offshore are endless. In the harsh and demanding energy sectors, our suite of explosion-proof equipment is robust enough to provide reliable results for our clients.” CorDEX has already established a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemicals sectors and is now positioning itself to become the UK premier manufacturer of explosion-proof equipment for the oil and gas industry. ]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/next-generatamera-launch/00020.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/next-generatamera-launch/00020.html An explosion-proof distance laser meter from CorDEX Instruments, the LaserMETER 3000XP, is the first distance laser meter to achieve certification from CSA International, a leading product testing and certification organization, for use in Class I Division 1 B, C and D hazardous (explosive) areas. It adds to the meter’s existing certifications, ATEX and IECEx Zone 1 IIC T4. Laser distance meters are vital tools for plant and equipment maintenance, HVAC and safety professionals. The LaserMETER 3000XP is designed to deliver time-saving efficiencies and added safety to personnel working on high-risk rigs and installations who currently have to obtain special “hot work permits” to use standard electronic measuring devices. “Those working in hazardous environments can’t make a mistake. They require tools that are up to the challenge,” said CorDEX Instruments General Manager Marcus Halliday. “You can’t take an ordinary tool and jerry rig it to be adequate for these conditions. The CorDEX mission is to create products designed specifically to help work crews operate safely and efficiently in difficult environments. Watch for more CSA-tested equipment designed specifically for these environments as 2011 progresses.” About the LaserMETER 3000XP The revolutionary hand-held LaserMETER 3000XP is the first explosion-proof tool capable of measuring distances of up to 100 feet with an accuracy of 1/8 Inch. It comes packed with features such as Pythagoras, area and volume calculations, making it the perfect tool for engineers, safety managers and professional inspectors working in potentially dangerous environments in oil, gas, petrochemical and related sectors. Expertly built to last, with rugged, industrial-grade construction, the LaserMETER 3000XP withstands harsh environments, accidental falls and knocks. It is easy to use, with simple operating functions for workers wearing protective gloves and clothing. The LaserMETER 3000XP is available through distributors for $1,049. Additional accessories include extra batteries, charging stations and power supplies. ]]> Mon, 21 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrertification/00019.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrertification/00019.html Hardide Coatings, global developer of patented metal coatings for the oil industry, is using a new anti-hazard digital camera from CorDEX Instruments to capture chemical processes that have never been recorded before. Hardide had struggled to find a camera robust enough to use in its high risk chemical tank areas, but was keen to be able to capture the process for product control and testing as well as training purposes. The Centurion XP Dual is custom designed and ATEX certified for use in Zone 1 IIC T4 (explosive areas and vapour atmospheres). Encased in aluminium with an ultra-bright display protected by armoured glass, the XP Dual is custom designed for the harshest environments. Steve Guse, Operations Manager at Hardide Coatings said: “We regularly use digital cameras to record processes for our clients and for internal use, but there are some parts of the factory that up until now have been ‘no go’ areas. A normal digital camera could create an electrical spark that would have disastrous effects in areas where we have chemical baths and stripping tanks. Not only did the Centurion XP Dual allow us for the first time to record images in these restricted areas, the design with large buttons and backlit display was ideal for use with the protective suits that our engineers have to wear.” Hardide is the developer of advanced Tungsten Carbide based metal coatings that increase the life of critical metal parts operating in abrasive, erosive, corrosive and chemically aggressive environments. The coatings are used globally in a diverse range of severe service applications for customers from oil industry multi-nationals such as Weatherford International, FMC Technologies and Expro Group to small, innovative engineering companies. The Centurion XP Dual is now being successfully used by Hardide to photograph materials being treated in a highly aggressive acid etch tank which is corrosive and would destroy a normal camera. It is also being used at the stripping tank, where explosive hydrogen gas is produced. The Centurion XP Dual can store hundreds of images which can be transferred via a high speed USB. Mr Guse added: “There is an extremely corrosive atmosphere in parts of our treatment processes as well as the potential for splashes. The CorDEX Centurion digital camera survived this and produced crystal clear images, which is great for our records and to inform customers about the treatment of their components. The macro-lens attachments and strobe flash were also useful for close up shots.” Yorkshire headquartered CorDEX Instruments is building a reputation in the energy sector for its unique product range. It plans to launch more bespoke products during 2011 for use in hazardous areas. Marcus Halliday, General Manager said: “Taking photographs in hazardous areas is challenging for many organisations and the Centurion XP Dual was invented in direct response to feedback from industry. We are delighted that Hardide Coatings has chosen the Centurion XP Dual to help inform its customers of the processes it uses. The design is as simple to use as every-day digital models, but is built to withstand the most challenging work environments.” ]]> Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/hardide-captgital-camera/00018.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/hardide-captgital-camera/00018.html Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrcal-race-ace/00017.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrcal-race-ace/00017.html CorDEX Instruments, the leading manufacturer of explosion proof equipment, is today launching the LaserMETER3000XP, a dynamic, custom-designed distance measurement tool, ideally suited for offshore workers. The revolutionary anti-hazard hand held measuring device is the ultimate hazardous area tool, as it complies with stringent offshore health and safety regulations. The quality hand held tool with its robust IP65 flameproof design is both ATEX and IECEx Zone 1 IIC T4 hazardous (explosive) area certified, making it a perfect device for offshore personnel working on high risk rigs and installations, who currently have to obtain special ‘hot work permits’ to use standard electronic measuring devices. The special laser meter has been expertly built to last, with a rugged industrial-grade construction. Encased in tough aluminium, it can withstand harsh environments, accidental falls or knocks. The LaserMETER 3000XP is also easy to use with simple operating functions to cater for workers in hazardous locations wearing protective kit and gloves – offering speedy and accurate distance, volume and area measurement within explosive areas. General Manager Marcus Halliday believes the LaserMETER 3000XP is an essential piece of kit for offshore workers which his team have developed from end-user feedback. He added: “Safety in the workplace is a major concern for companies and staff especially in places that are classified as high risk where it is crucial to eliminate the source of ignition which can come from electrical devices. “The LaserMETER3000XP will help cut the time and administration of obtaining hot work permits and is particularly useful when measuring pipes or equipment which are difficult to reach.”The company is launching the new product globally across the UK and European markets as well as in the States, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, the hubs of the oil, gas, and energy markets. The LaserMETER3000XP distance meter can be used within a Zone 1 IIC T4 hazardous (explosive) area. The IP65 design incorporates shock resistant, anti-static over mould with interchangeable battery pack and backlit LCD display. It is capable of measuring distances of up to 30m with an accuracy of 3mm. It comes packed with features such as Pythagoras and area and volume calculations. The Yorkshire-headquartered company has recently opened a new office in Aberdeen’s Regus Business Centre to focus on supplying quality ATEX certified hand held products directly to the global energy industry. Halliday explained: “There is nothing out there to rival our products and the possibilities for use offshore are endless. In the harsh and demanding energy sectors, the LaserMETER 3000XP is robust enough to provide reliable and high quality precision measuring.” CorDEX has already established a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemicals sectors and is now positioning itself to become the UK premier manufacturer of explosion-proof equipment for the oil and gas industry. ]]> Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrmeter-3000xp/00016.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrmeter-3000xp/00016.html CorDEX Instruments put Aberdeen race ace on track for grid glory CHRISTMAS has come early for Aberdeen racing driver Glynn Geddie after CorDEX Instruments stepped in to help him to fulfil his dreams of racing in America. The 20-year-old jets off to Houston later this month to test a powerful Crawford-Chevrolet prototype that he’ll race at the prestigious Daytona 24 event at the end of January. The manufacturer of explosion proof digital cameras and intrinsically safe offshore test equipment is backing Glynn who helped Trackspeed colleague David Ashburn scoop first place in the British GT Championships earlier this year. The hefty five figure deal will help the Porsche driver compete at both home and abroad starting with preparations for the Daytona meet. Glynn is currently the British Racing Drivers’ Rising Star, following in the tyre treads of Formula 1 greats Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button, and has been tipped for big things in 2011. Glynn said: "I am extremely grateful to CorDEX Instruments for their support and I’m already looking forward to when the new season starts when I can hopefully do them proud." "It means a lot to me when a new sponsor comes on board and I’ll be working as hard as I can to do all I can for the CorDEX team." "Getting the chance to race in America and in particular Daytona is something that has always appealed to me and I appreciate the support I’ve had to make this happen." Yorkshire based CorDEX Instruments has recently launched a new base in Aberdeen as it brings its unique product range to the oil and gas industry. Marcus Halliday, General Manager said: “We have been following Glynn’s progress extremely closely and decided that we wanted to show our support and commitment to Aberdeen by sponsoring this talented young sportsman. “We’ve been impressed by Glynn’s positive attitude and the coaching that he does with younger people, so wish him well for the races ahead.” CorDEX Instruments manufacture ATEX certified products including the world’s first explosion proof digital camera with flash and zoom, which can be used offshore without hot permits. Marcus added: “Our explosion proof digital cameras are designed to the highest safety standards and are ideal for use offshore. We are developing a whole family of other ATEX certified products for the oil industry that will be launched next year.” The Centurion XPG digital camera is encased in aluminium with an ultra-bright LCD display protected by armoured glass and can capture images up to 10 megapixels, plus moving pictures in AVI format. Photographs can be instantly viewed and with upto 2GB of capacity it can store hundreds of images which can be transferred via high speed USB to a PC. It also has an in-built strobe flash for use in low light,a rechargeable battery pack and even macro lenses for close-up work ]]> Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrr-grid-glory/00003.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/cordex-instrr-grid-glory/00003.html CorDEX Instruments, the UK’s leading explosion-proof equipment manufacturer, is helping local youngsters to kick off the football season in style. Ayton Athletic under-nines are proud to announce their new sponsors, CorDEX Instruments, who have supplied new kits for the team – who play in the Scarborough & District Minor League’s Specsavers under-nines league. The team, which is made up of children from the Scarborough area, were thrilled at turning out for their first match in brand new purple and navy blue strips emblazoned with the CordEX logo on the front. Marcus Halliday, General Manager of CorDEX Instruments said: “We are delighted to sponsor this local team and look forward to following the boys’ progress throughout the season. They are keen players with plenty of enthusiasm.” The team is coached by Ayton parent, Steve Roberts, who added: “We are very grateful to CorDEX Instruments for their generosity and we hope the excitement of having a new sponsor and new strips will spur the boys on to great success this season.” The Yorkshire-headquartered company CorDEX which manufacturers bespoke explosion proof equipment such as cameras and laser metres has already established a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemicals sectors. ]]> Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/hotshots-in-top-gear/00015.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/hotshots-in-top-gear/00015.html CorDEX Instruments is set to launch its services to the oil and gas industry with a new base in Aberdeen’s Regus Business Centre.The Yorkshire headquartered company is investing in profiling its product range to the global oil and gas sector where it believes it has huge potential. CorDEX has already built a reputation since it was launched in 2009 in the mining and chemical sectors and now has its sights set on launching new products to the energy industry. Marcus Halliday, general manager said: "Our explosion-proof digital cameras are designed to the highest safety standards and are ideal for use offshore where safety is a top priority and traditional digital cameras are not permitted for danger reasons. We have designed them to be as simple to use as every-day cameras with all the functions you would expect from a top end model and we believe they will be of particular use to HAZOP (health and safety) officers, who need to record incidents." The company has developed the world’s first handheld digital camera with flash to be certified to the European ATEX standard for explosive equipment for use within an offshore environment. The Centurion XPG is encased in aluminium with a viewfinder made of armoured glass and can capture images up to 10 megapixels, plus moving pictures in AVI format. Photographs can be instantly viewed and with 2GB of capacity it can store hundreds of images which can be transferred via high speed USB. It also has an in-built strobe flash for use in low light and a rechargeable battery pack. Other products in the range include the Centurion XP DUAL which offers larger memory capacity; interchangeable lenses for high accuracy close up and wide angle imaging and rugged transport case. Halliday added: "There is nothing out there to rival our cameras and the possibilities for use offshore are endless. Aberdeen is an important strategic location for entry into the energy market and we are gearing up to develop new bespoke products that will be of particular use to oil workers." ]]> Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/explosionpro-in-aberdeen/00011.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/explosionpro-in-aberdeen/00011.html CorDEX Instruments is a Scarborough-based company that has accomplished a lot in its short life. Still under a year old this specialist in portable instrumentation for use in potentially explosive atmospheres has already introduced three new digital camera models, established a global network of distributors and is breaking sales targets in most markets. Quality design and manufacture have played an enormous part in the early success of the business and now it has the necessary credentials to confirm it. CorDEX has just been certified compliant with ISO9001:2008 by SIRA Certification. And this is an important stepping stone for a company whose products are largely specified by standards-conscious organisations. "Our digital camera products are aimed at the mining and petro-chemical sectors. Customers need to know that both the product and the manufacturer conform to the highest possible quality standards," explained General Manager, Marcus Halliday. "The ISO9001:2008 is an internationally recognised standard for quality management systems that will certainly enhance our status in both home and export markets." ]]> Tue, 25 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/hazardous-arlity-assured/00012.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/hazardous-arlity-assured/00012.html Everything that a professional inspector or consultant could want from an explosion-proof digital camera comes as standard with the latest addition to the CorDEX range. The new Centurion XP DUAL, from this British developer of hazardous area instrumentation, is ATEX certified for use both above and below ground. And unlike other cameras it is supplied with two interchangeable lenses for high accuracy close-up and wide-angle imaging. Dual certified explosion-proof digital camera… first to include a detachable macro lensThe Centurion XP DUAL is in fact the only ATEX Certified Explosion-proof digital camera available for hazardous environments that enables the capture of crystal clear images at distances of between 50mm and 100mm with a standard macro lens. A typical use would be the documentation of detail on equipment rating plates. This enhances the scope of the camera, adds value to the inspection and allows visual records to be more comprehensive. Equally suited for use in the petrochemical or mining environment, the XP DUAL captures still images at a user-selectable resolution up to 10 megapixels. AVI movie capability is also standard providing a resolution of 640 x 480 at 30fps. The camera’s 4GB memory allows high capacity image and movie storage and both can be downloaded via high speed USB in a safe area. The standard features also include 4x zoom, autotimer, scene modes, white balance and two illumination options for low light working conditions. The high intensity strobe flash enables wide angle illumination for still shots whilst the detachable low intensity LED lamp is designed for close-up shots and movie capture. Housed in a permanent anti-static over-mould, the Centurion XP DUAL has a rugged feel and is supplied with a removable/rechargeable battery, charging station, communication wand, battery removal tool, optical accessory adaptor, macro lens, wide-angle lens, LED lamp and a hard transport case completes the kit. ]]> Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/dual-certifie-macro-lens/00013.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/dual-certifie-macro-lens/00013.html Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/worlds-firstgital-camera/00014.html http://www.cordexinstruments.com/about/news/worlds-firstgital-camera/00014.html