(NewTek: Pennsauken, NJ) -- NewTek Sensor Solutions announces the expanded use of its linear variable differential transformers (LVDTs) in pipeline monitoring systems, where they play a vital role in ensuring the safety, integrity, and efficient operations of pipelines in oil and gas, water, chemical processing, and other demanding industries.

NewTek’s precision position sensors deliver highly accurate measurements of elongation, vibration, deformation, as well as structural shifts within pipeline infrastructures. These insights enable operators to detect early signs of stress, prevent failures, and stay compliant with safety and environmental regulations. By continuously monitoring pipeline conditions, these sensors support proactive maintenance and more reliable operation throughout complex pipeline systems.

Reliable vibration and movement tracking

Pipeline vibration from pumps, fluid flow, or environmental factors can cause fatigue or structural failure. Unlike contact-based sensors that may dampen or miss motion, NewTek LVDTs measure pipeline vibration without friction, providing accurate readings even in dynamic or high-frequency conditions. By detecting subtle or rapidly changing movement, these devices give operators a clear picture of pipeline behavior under varying loads.

Early detection of structural shifts and stress

Thermal expansion, soil movement, pressure fluctuations, and mechanical forces can cause pipelines to expand, contract, or shift. NewTek LVDT sensors detect bending, misalignment, support movement, and other subtle displacement issues in pipeline supports, mounts, and joints. Their high-resolution output enables operators to identify early signs of thermal stress, soil instability, or corrosion before they escalate into costly failures or unplanned shutdowns.

Event detection and intelligent monitoring

Because NewTek LVDTs measure linear displacement with exceptional precision and without friction, they’re ideal for long-term, repeatable monitoring. They serve as key components in event-detection systems by capturing subtle changes over time such as gradual pipe sagging, thermal expansion, soil subsidence, or ground movement-induced pipe shifts. Data collected from LVDTs can automatically trigger alerts or inspections before a leak or rupture occurs. This continuous, real-time insight reduces the need for manual inspections, especially in remote or challenging environments.

Engineered for durability and long-term reliability, NewTek LVDTs are built to perform in harsh operating conditions, including extreme temperatures. Their robust construction and consistent accuracy make them an essential component in modern pipeline monitoring and asset-integrity systems.

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