Case Study: Shell Pernis achieves faster, safer pipe-rack inspections with Applus+ RVIS CU24 remote visual inspection

Shell Pernis speeds pipe-rack inspections 5x with Applus+

Shell Pernis, a major refinery, sought to reduce maintenance costs by speeding up pipe-rack inspections and initially considered using drones. Applus+ RVIS was engaged as an expert in remote inspection solutions to address this challenge.

Applus+ RVIS applied design thinking to develop a customized solution, the CU24, a stabilized crane mounted with HD and IR cameras. This approach proved to be five times faster than conventional methods, drastically cutting inspection costs and improving safety by eliminating the need for work at height. For its success, the CU24 won a commercial success award from Shell Pernis. Applus+ RVIS's solution empowered the client with a more efficient and safer maintenance program.

Shell Pernis