TorqueAssist

TorqueAssist is a revolutionary app from Ovarro that uses data capture to provide quality assurance when assembling flanged and mechanical joints

Data Capture with App

Quality control with data capture for flanged and mechanical joints

TorqueAssist is a revolutionary app from Ovarro that uses data capture to provide quality assurance when assembling flanged and mechanical joints

TorqueAssist is a revolutionary app from Ovarro that uses data capture to provide quality assurance when assembling flanged and mechanical joints. It’s designed to work with most Bluetooth-enabled torque wrenches, allowing end users to capture installation information (include gasket and bolt type, location, weather and more) and automatically set torque values and record digital outputs from the torque wrench. TorqueAssist plots your diametric pattern and sequence for you, providing clear guidance on incremental torque increases. This ensures an even application of load on the gasket material, preventing uneven stress and improving the overall seal integrity.

In the utility sector, pipeline construction is highly dependent on the pressure test - but there is uncertainty. Independent data shows that up to 30 per cent of new installations fail their pressure test first time, mostly due to weeps and leaks on mechanical joints. All of these failures would have been preventable with the right education, guidance and data capture. This is where TorqueAssist plays a crucial role.

Features & Benefits At A Glance

Data capture

Integrated technology

Behavioural improvements

Smartform compatibility

Quality assurance over data assurance

Features

TorqueAssist is designed to drive quality assurance on pipeline construction projects, both large and small, and provide quality assurance output for both asset owners and contractors. The App has many uses in the utility sector including the installation of valves, flanges, flange adaptors and mechanical joints.

Ovarro believes data capture is only part of the story. That’s why we’ve meticulously tested TorqueAssist to drive the right on-site behaviours, eliminate leaks and improve efficiency. The App is already being used by several tier one contractors and asset owners who have benefitted from improved efficiency and eliminating leaks.

Applications

If your organisation is involved in the construction of pipework and ancillaries that require a torque setting to be achieved, then TorqueAssist will bring this data to life.

Large or small projects benefit from its flexible data capture methodology and evidence provided to contractors, clients and asset owners to ensure the highest standards of quality, first-time.

In addition, if you currently use JointManager from Ovarro for other site data, this information can be linked and reported into project completion packs, adding another layer of efficiency.

Ease of Use

Operatives can confidently use the TorqueAssist app within a few minutes, once they have adjusted to a digital torque wrench compared to a conventional torque wrench. We also provide support on mobilisation and roll-out, and spending time in the field with operators is key to why Ovarro’s product is proven to be user friendly, efficient and reliable.

Ovarro recommends end users receive EUSR training to gain the underpinning knowledge in flange assembly. This can be provided by us, and the old saying, “It’s not knowing what to do that makes a skilled tradesperson, it’s knowing why to do,” is at the core of all Ovarro’s training.