Meet MultiPhonon: Zero-Downtime NDT That Finds What Matters in Upstream Operations

This article introduces MultiPhonon, an advanced non-intrusive, zero-downtime NDT technology designed to address the most critical inspection challenges in upstream oil & gas operations.

MultiPhonon enables in-service inspection under normal operating conditions, eliminating the need for shutdowns, depressurization, insulation removal, or confined-space entry. By focusing on active defects that truly matter — such as corrosion, cracks, wall loss, and stress-related anomalies — MultiPhonon provides actionable integrity insight rather than limited sampling results.

The article highlights a recent offshore upstream case study, where 14 pressure vessels were successfully inspected in less than one week, including full delivery of final technical reports. All inspections were completed while assets remained fully operational, demonstrating the technology’s ability to combine speed, accuracy, and reliability in demanding offshore environments.

Through phonon-based inspection technology, MultiPhonon analyzes vibrational energy within the material’s crystal lattice to detect internal damage without intrusive access. This approach delivers full volumetric coverage, high probability of detection, and significant reductions in inspection time, safety exposure, and operational costs compared to traditional NDT methods.

With proven performance across offshore facilities, MultiPhonon is redefining upstream asset integrity management by replacing shutdowns and guesswork with data-driven inspection insight.