It is clear that there is a direct correlation among report quality, reliability, and confidence in the inspection equipment. For example, the more capable the NDT equipment is in terms of data gathering, ease of use, and coverage, the more actionable the asset integrity report data will be. The outcome is a more optimal maintenance and repair strategy.
It is therefore essential that non-destructive testing equipment capability is verified by a governing body to establish acceptable guidelines that
Source: NDT
