The Pipe Metallurgical Company (TMK) has developed a technology for labeling pipe products using QR codes that can be read even in the presence of damage thanks to a neural network algorithm of its own design. The first batch of labeled products has been delivered to the customer. Digital labeling is required to identify each pipe and track it throughout its life cycle. This information is necessary for comprehensive service support of pipe products from transportation and descent into the well to its maintenance, repair and decommissioning. Unlike traditional alphanumeric labeling, QR codes are more durable. Standard factory markers are used for their application, and TMK has developed its own application for reading and working with information, which has a built-in neural network algorithm capable of restoring the code in case of damage. The software is installed on a smartphone or personal computer and allows you to see the full product passport, quality certificates for it, as well as perform pipe accounting operations in a system that is synchronized with existing inventory management programs. The solution can be used without a network connection (offline), which is important for field operations. The technology was developed by TMK Premium Service, a member of TMK. "It is important for the customer to receive reliable information about products at each production stage, and after manufacture and shipment – during operation. We have developed a solution that allows us to identify each pipe individually and track its life path in order to plan service operations in advance and use inventory efficiently. Thanks to access to comprehensive information about pipes, our partners can optimize technological operations right at the field, assessing their needs and available resources on the spot, up to the number of pipes to achieve the required length of pipe columns," said Sergey Rekin, CEO of TMK–Premium Service. The first batch of pipes with QR codes was produced, labeled and shipped by the Volga Pipe Plant (VTZ), part of TMK. It includes casing pipes with threaded connections TMK UP PF. In the future, it is planned to expand this practice and apply QR codes to products at other plants of the company. TMK is a leading supplier of steel pipes, pipe solutions and related services for various sectors of the economy. TMK manufactures threaded pipes, special pipes, pipeline systems and other products for the energy, chemical industry, mechanical engineering, construction and other industries. TMK provides a wide range of services for the selection of pipe products, including the development of the latest samples, as well as its maintenance, warehousing and repair. The company improves its scientific and technical competencies and develops advanced solutions based on its own R&D centers. TMK shares are traded on the Moscow Stock Exchange.
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