Showcasing Powertrain: when Nexxis Technology met Alcoa
Ready to see the result of cutting-edge technology and design expertise for a complex NDT challenge? Enter The Powertrain – an innovative, modular robotic platform designed specifically to overcome historical pipeline inspection issues.
Watch as Steve Botha from Alcoa explains Alcoa’s collaboration with Nexxis, whereby a unique robotic system was designed and created from the ground up, with the resulting system offering the exciting abilities to be kitted with different payloads and enhanced drive capabilities for future use.
Alcoa came to Nexxis with a serious challenge: a device capable of vertical ascent, navigating sharp bends, have front and back cameras, be caustic-resistant and with the ability to take measurements and measure the depth of anomalies (amongst other things).
From idea to production, the birth of the fully modular Powertrain pipe crawler is a valuable addition to a new era of NDT pipework inspections.
Learn more about this novel new tool and the rise of the Nexxis range of modular inspection platforms at https://nexxis.com.au
Jason De Silveira, founder and CEO of Nexxis Technology, has always had a sharp focus on robotics, education, and real-world solutions. Throughout his career, he’s stayed committed to pushing the boundaries of robotics and helping industries strengthen their approach to asset integrity and robotic inspection.
With a background in operations, commissioning, and start-ups of new facilities, Jason leads Nexxis with a hands-on understanding of what real projects demand. Under his leadership, Nexxis has become known for developing innovative robotic systems that deliver better data, boost safety, and take the risks out of confined space and working-at-height inspections.
What makes Jason stand out? A passion for innovation, a proven ability to bring people together, and a genuine drive to help clients get the right solution — not just an off-the-shelf fix. With a strong focus on customisation and future-ready technology, he’s helping to shape the next generation of robotics.
