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FlexiClean Micro Electric - Saab Seaeye Falcon

26/10/2020

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​Finally, we can show the world that the extremely popular SAAB SEAEYE Falcon can handle our new FlexiClean Micro Electric with both Standard micro head and Axial.

We performed a tank test here at the Lateral facility together with Norwegian Tunnel Inspection and it exceeded all expectations!

The test proves that the new LateraL FlexiClean Micro adds a significant new capability to the Falcon, increasing the versatility of the platform.

Thanks to the guys from Norwegian Tunnel Inspection for the great and efficient collaboration in testing

Video available below and on our LinkedIn page! ​
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ProctoCam reaches the places others can’t!

16/9/2020

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Our Latest innovation is a rugged subsea camera designed to outperform
existing "camera-on-a-stick" set-ups.
The ProctoCam can be used to inspect Xmas tree bores, flex-joints, grout seals, hawse tubes,
caissons, hull penetrations and other areas where the ROV can't get close enough.

The robus, flexible sheath protects the camera, allowing the ProctoCam to bend and comply
instead of breaking, and also be pushed round corners without sustaining damage.
The endoscope for the subsea sector is here! 
Different lengths available for rental.
​Talk to us about your challenge!
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LateraL and Seatronics: adding value – doing more with less

13/7/2020

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The LateraL and Seatronics Ltd collaboration is a prime example of industry experts coming together to offer a better way of doing things.
Seatronics has identified significant opportunities for VALOR - the Versatile and Lightweight Observation ROV - as an integrated package utilising the latest LateraL technologies.
Used with VALOR, our FlexiClean offers unprecedented, efficient cleaning solutions to Seatronics clients. This innovation can significantly reduce the time spent cleaning, vital in for example to UWILD projects.
Lateral’s product portfolio also boasts the FlexiCal system. FlexiCal is an ROV-mounted calliper that allows for direct measurements with instantaneous readout. Plans are now in place for full integration of a VALOR specific FlexiCal to further increase capabilities.

Keith Robertson, co-founder and technical manager at LateraL, said:

“Using our in-house expertise, we have been able to develop another solution that fits into our ‘do more with less’ ethos. Having our products used by an industry-respected company such as Seatronics is significant endorsement.”


Alasdair Murrie, Head of ROV Sales – Americas at Seatronics, said:
“The Lateral FlexiClean Micro is a huge step-change in subsea cleaning capability and a very welcome addition to the comprehensive VALOR ROV tooling solutions package.  Our clients will be able to better undertake a range of tasks including spot cleaning prior to CP/UT inspection, mooring chain cleaning for caliper or laser metrology and many other requirements in UWILD, Offshore Wind, Hydro Electric and other Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) applications.”

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LateraL - DNV-GL Certified

28/5/2019

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We are happy and proud to announce that LateraL now is an Approved Service Supplier for DNV-GL.

Our certification covers relevant services for:
Renewal Survey examination of Mooring System intended for
long term moored offshore installations.


We are also approved for inspecting Chain/steel & fibre ropes.

The following tools from Lateral was also included in the DNG-GL certification:

FlexiClean – Hydraulically driven brush for marine growth removal
FlexiCal    –   Electrically driven linear calliper for chain measurements (FlexCal can be                                utilized for a range of geometries with an accuracy of ±0.1mm)
FlexiTRIC  –  Rapid cleaning tool for mooring-wire 
FlexiTRIM –  Inspection and measurement tool for wire rope / poly rope with real time    
                      dimension trending.

The DNV-GL certification confirmes that LateraL delivers a high quality service that meets
Class societies standard.
According to the International Association of Class Societies (IACS),
we are now approved to perform services that are acknowledged by most Class Societies.

You can view our current certification by clicking the logo below!

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Merry Christmas to All

21/12/2018

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A busy and fruitful year is at an end.
This year we have expanded into several new territories, hired more staff,
​launched new tools, and assembled a small machine shop in our Sandnes workshop. 

We have expanded our capabilities and capacity and are ready to meet the challenges of 2019.

We would like to wish all our customers, suppliers and friends a peaceful holiday
and look forward to working with you in the new year!

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Spring update.

5/3/2018

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2018 is promising to be busy, and has started to deliver on that count. We have completed our move to new, larger facilities and are in the process of increasing our numbers to handle the high demand for LateraL tools and services.

So far this year:

-Uptake of FlexiCal services continues to increase in the Brazilian market.
We have both ongoing and completed projects so far this year off the coast of Brazil, and more in planning.

-We have delivered a novel ROV operated locking mechanism for subsea structure modification.

-We are currently in final build of a custom riser cleaning tool that cleans 360° in one pass.

-Our first delivery of tools to Nigeria has left the new warehouse.

Also internal development projects are moving ahead and new solutions will be presented over the next months.

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Pallet loaded with tools heading for Nigeria.
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FlexiCal -Summer News

18/7/2017

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The LateraL FlexiCal systems have been in continuous use this summer on a number of different campaigns around the globe.
This accurate, subsea measuring tool  continues to evolve to meet our clients requirements.

The latest additions to the tool include a guide frame that allows for near-crown transverse measurements and a gauge for measuring marine-growth thickness.

​-In real-time, as always! 

Contact us for more information on what FlexiCal can do for you!
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FlexiCal measuring 2D intergrip
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Near crown transverse measurement enables calculation of remaining cross-sectional area
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FlexiCal performing marine growth thickness measurements on mooring chain

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The AXIAL

1/6/2017

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The FlexiClean family of tools is yet again setting the benchmark for subsea cleaning.
This time, by launching the FlexiClean AXIAL.
​As a new member of the FlexiClean family, the AXIAL aims to clean inside hull entries, hawse-tubes, i-tubes and basically any tight spot you need to get into.

The long elastomer head can reach deep inside a hole to remove fouling without risking damage to itself or the coating of surface being cleaned. The cleaning head is made of the same formulation as the standard FlexiClean, giving it superb durability, flexibility and strength.
 
The FlexiClean AXIAL has just returned from the first offshore deployment with praise from both ROV-crew and FPSO operator.

Why risk bending or breaking yet another waterjet lance and scratching the coating,  when you can get the job done faster and safer with the FlexiClean AXIAL?

Get in touch for more info. 


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The split tips are spun out by the rotation of the tool, making it possible to enter the tool into a tight space before increasing the effective
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FlexiClean MICRO

31/3/2017

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,The FlexiClean has continued to grow in popularity. 
Now we're testing a new version that's half the size of the original.
The drive is electric, making this a versatile, small cleaning tool for those hard to reach places.
The reduced size, weight and power-requirements place the MICRO well inside the realm of what a smaller observation class ROV can handle.

The testing is under-way and we're excited to launch this tool in the months to come.
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FlexiClean in the press

12/1/2017

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FlexiClean got some attention in the Norwegian technical press at the end of last year.
This may lead to an interesting development in the way decommissioning is planned and carried out.
If you can read the language you'll find the article here:
http://www.tu.no/artikler/yme-operatoren-mente-det-ikke-eksisterte-noen-god-losning-her-er-den-norske-fingerteknologien-i-aksjon/366741
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Happy reading!


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