SmartPod™
Cathodic protection and monitoring for deep water assets
SmartPod displays the performance readings of its own anodes, via the SunStation subsea display.
The SmartPod is an enhanced version of our standard RetroPod™ anode system. The SmartPod is equipped with on-board monitoring , provided by a V-String reference electrode, and a SunStation subsea readout. This arrangement greatly simplifies deep water cathodic protection, as both systems are installed simultaneously, and the SunStation allows CP readings to be taken any time an ROV is present at the installation.
Each SmartPod can protect a number of discreet subsea structures and can be configured to provide 20 yrs of cathodic protection to over 25,000 square feet of coated steel. SmartPods can be quickly installed with any Work Class ROV system, and instant feedback on current output and potential of protected structures is displayed on the SunStation readout.
Just as with the RetroPod system, connection to the protected asset is achieved via the RetroClamp, which can also be used to attach additional reference electrodes to other critical areas of interest. The clamp is fully ROV installable, and it can be customized to attach to any type of subsea structure.
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Key design points
Post-installed
By post installed, we mean that the anodes are installed AFTER the asset is in the water. The traditional method of attaching them in the FAB yard can actually cause problems during installation. In the case of pipelines, post-installing the anodes saves time and money.
CP Monitoring without probes
The built in Polatrak monitoring system literally replaces cathodic protection surveys. Any time an ROV is near the SmartPod, it can take a reading with its light and camera. There is no need to schedule an ROV survey for cathodic protection readings again.
Modular design
The design of the SmartPod allows engineers to easily figure out how much protection they need. Just figure how many square feet for how many years, then divide to get number of pods required.
Great for pipelines
The SmartPod can protect many thousands of feet of pipelines, eliminating need for bracelet anodes (if post installed). This arrangement also allows pipeline coatings to be maintained at maximum efficiency, since there will be no damage to the coating during bracelet anode installation.