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Eddyfi Technologies’ remotely operated robotic crawlers have a long history of being deployed for visual testing operations across the nuclear power generation sector. Perhaps most famously known by industry for their involvement in the Fukushima remediation efforts, these inspection robots have proven time and again their fitness for service in environments unsuitable for direct human intervention. [...]

Since the Acoustic Influence Map (AIM) modeling tool was introduced with the launch of the OmniScan™ X3 flaw detector, it has become an integral assistance tool for the design of total focusing method (TFM) scan plans. AIM provides an estimate of the TFM acoustic intensity coverage for different TFM wave sets and scatterer types, enabling you [...]

SOLOMON Technology Corporation, a leader in the development of AI and 3D vision solutions, brings worksite safety inspection to a whole new level with META-aivi. This hands-free wearable AI solution enables validation of work conducted by frontline workers, empowering them to solve a wide range of complex tasks such as verification of wiring layouts and industrial [...]

North Star Imaging is now providing industrial 2D and 3D Computed Tomography inspection at its newly opened Inspection Services Laboratory in Orlando, Florida. "North Star Imaging manufactures industrial X-ray systems in Minnesota. We've sold many X-ray systems in the US, Europe, Asia, and other parts of the world. We also offer Inspection Services, at our various [...]

AllTranstek, LLC has recently restructured its Technical Services Department. "We believe these changes will leverage the incredible talent already on this team to better serve our clients now and well into the future." says AllTranstek President Jeff Wilson. Steve McCullough has been promoted to Vice President of Technical Services, leading the Technical Services Department of AllTranstek. [...]

Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501) has announced the launch of Lumada Inspection Insights, its end-to-end portfolio of digital solutions for the inspection, monitoring, and optimization of critical assets. Pioneered by Hitachi Energy and Hitachi Vantara, Lumada Inspection Insights enables customers to automate asset inspection, support sustainability goals, improve physical security, and reduce risks and impacts related to storms [...]

Following Shell Bulgaria’s formal announcement, Eddyfi Technologies is pleased to confirm its collaboration with the industry leader to identify a safer alternative to manned inspection of autogas tanks: purpose-built inspection robots. Shell has implemented robotic vessel inspection in many of the countries where it operates. It is actively pursuing this remote non-destructive testing (NDT) be legally [...]

MFE Inspection Solutions announces the release of the new MFE Handheld Optical Gas Imaging Camera today that will allow operators to visualize harmful gas leaks in real-time and take immediate action. The handheld device features a 640 x 512 HOT mid-wave infrared camera core and sources its power from its 70wh rechargeable battery handle. The camera’s [...]

Since 1978, the Mistras Group has been building and solidifying its reputation as a leading nondestructive testing (NDT) service and solution provider. Specializing in acoustic emission (AE) and ultrasonic testing (UT) technologies, Mistras develops complete solutions to inspect public and industrial infrastructure. Based in France, Mistras serves a wide range of industries, including aeronautics, railway, renewable [...]

RAILWAY AGE MARCH 2022 ISSUE: Since 2020, Transportation Technology Center, Inc. (TTCI) has been conducting tests to evaluate the capability of electromagnetic acoustic transducer (EMAT) nondestructive evaluation (NDE) technology to detect internal defects in railroad wheels. Preliminary tests, sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, were conducted in a laboratory setting using an off-the-shelf EMAT sensor. [...]