FIBERSCOPE Launches Floating Robot to Inspect Surcharged Sewer Lines

Standard inspection equipment relies on surface friction to move, rendering crawlers useless once pipes fill with mud or water. By replacing tires and tracks with a screw-drive mechanism, the TRACER X20 propels itself through submerged environments, effectively eliminating the need for bypass pumping or weather-dependent delays. The system supports pipe diameters from 24 to 157 inches and possesses the range to cover 6,700 feet in a single deployment.

Designed for demanding industrial and municipal utility work, the robot features an IP68-rated submersible housing equipped with HD pan-tilt-zoom cameras and high-intensity LED lighting. For conditions where visibility is completely compromised, crews can integrate optional sonar or 2D LiDAR sensors. According to Josh, a sales specialist at FIBERSCOPE, the technology targets the specific operational bottleneck of flooded infrastructure, providing a direct solution for departments that previously had to postpone essential maintenance until conditions improved.