Case Study: Successful Field Trials of the “World First” Portascanner® AIRTIGHT 520 at a Passivhaus Build
Mr Angus Hodgkiss MPhys FDIRDI, Manager in the Research, Development, Design & Ergonomics Department at Coltraco Ultrasonics, was delighted to test Coltraco’s newest British invention, the Portascanner® AIRTIGHT 520. Angus was joined in Manchester by Dr Jesus Menendez, Managing Director, Zero Energy Passivhaus, and two building contractors. The Field Trials The trial of the Portascanner® […]
Choosing the Right Liquid Level Indicator for Your Industry

At Coltraco Ultrasonics, we understand how critical it is for your industry to maintain accurate, reliable, and compliant liquid level monitoring. The systems you protect – from fire suppression units to industrial tanks – must perform without fail. That’s why selecting the right ultrasonic level device is not just a technical decision, but an operational […]
Clamp on Heat Meters can enable Net Zero through the Evolution of our Technology
Clamp on Heat meters – the Solution to a Greener Climate? As pressures grow to transition to a low carbon and digitalised world, so too must our technology adapt to accommodate this rapid conversion. We are making progress, but there is much more to be done in order to truly fulfil a Net Zero climate. […]
Comply with IACS Z28 – Survey of Watertight Cable Transits (MCTs)

Our Director of Sales, George Hunter shares an exciting update about our Portascanner® WATERTIGHT in light of IACS Z28. “Coltraco Ultrasonics have long been leaders in providing equipment for identifying critical leak sites in a variety of watertight & airtight seals. We have been particularly successful in using this equipment for testing bulk carrier hatch […]
Customer Photos of 15+ Year Old Units – 24th October 2018
Customer Photos Coltraco Ultrasonics are delighted to share the above customer photos of two units that are both over fifteen years old. GNW Instrumentation kindly shared an image with Coltraco of an original Portagauge® ultrasonic thickness gauge. Additionally, Petrofrac recently sent in their Portalevel® for calibration, which is still in operation, after over 15 years. […]
Data Centres: How can Coltraco Ultrasonics protect your critical infrastructure?
Protecting Data Centres and Critical Infrastructure The main causes of fire in data centres are from servers overheating and electrical faults. That is why liquified gaseous fire extinguishing systems, such as FM-200® and Novec™ 1230, are needed to protect their critical infrastructure. We want you to be 100% confident in the reliability of your fire […]
Decibel Measurement in Hatch Covers with the Portascanner® WATERTIGHT
The Portascanner® WATERTIGHT is a world-leading water and weather-tight integrity testing device for hatch covers, watertight doors, multi-cable transit (MCT) areas across bulkheads in marine structures. Ideal for detecting leaking hatch covers, hatch coamings and any hatch cover gasket. Our ultrasonic testing systems are powerful, portable tools to aid you in your watertight integrity testing […]
Detect Shortfalls in Watertight Integrity to Decrease Risk to Life, Cargo and Vessel

The watertightness of a ship’s bulkheads, and Multiple Cable Transits (MCTs) are crucial to making sure a vessel stays afloat, while the weathertightness of its hatches ensures that its cargo is protected, and that any water ingress can be contained. International Association of Classification Societies Mandate Z28 provides requirements on surveying MCTs for all vessels […]
Effortless Liquid Level Detection in Pipes: Unlock Precision with Coltraco Ultrasonics’ Portapipe®
Liquid level detection is a critical aspect of various industries and applications. Inspections and monitoring systems mostly focus on the liquid levels of tanks and containers. The fluid levels in pipes are often neglected but they can be equally important. By effectively monitoring and controlling liquid levels in both tanks and pipes, you can ensure […]
Elevating Fire Suppression: Ultrasonic Testing for Accurate Foam Proportioner Measurement and Fire Cylinder Contents
When it comes to fire suppression systems, ensuring the correct mixing ratio of foam is crucial. Traditionally, foam proportioner testing involved discharging foam on deck and analyzing samples. However, this method is not always practical due to environmental regulations. Ultrasonic technology has revolutionized the testing process, providing a more efficient and environmentally friendly solution. In […]