Non Destructive Testing

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), working in collaboration with ENEOS Corporation(Note1), has completed development of a second-generation "EX ROVR," a plant inspection robot with explosion-proof features(Note2), by utilizing remote maintenance technology for nuclear power plants. Realization of a practically viable model has been achieved after successful verification of the robot’s explosion-proof capability, incorporation of a manipulator, [...]

Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the front line of business with solutions and partners that deliver a performance edge, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Matrox Imaging (Matrox Electronic Systems Ltd.), a proven developer of advanced machine vision components, software and systems. This acquisition further expands Zebra’s offerings in the fast-growing [...]

Cranes help to transport heavy workpieces safely. However, their operation itself also requires the highest level of safety to prevent accidents, extend equipment life and optimise process quality. Konecranes now simplifies daily crane inspection with its user-friendly and powerful Checkapp. The new Checkapp from Konecranes is the smart helper in everyday life — it allows daily [...]

Thermo Scientific’s line of Niton XRF and LIBS units will now be offered by MFE Inspection Solutions Canada. After 23 years of service, Elemental Controls is closing its doors and handing its distributorship of Thermo Scientific’s Niton XRF and LIBS analyzers to MFE Inspection Solutions Canada. As part of this transition, MFE Canada will be welcoming [...]

The adoption of electric vehicles, also called EVs or battery-electric vehicles, continues to grow rapidly. While electric cars are popular for their lower emissions, higher fuel savings, and lower maintenance costs, battery safety remains a concern. Lithium-ion batteries, which are used to power EVs and many portable electronics, can overheat if they are improperly manufactured or [...]

STATE COLLEGE, PA – Sensor Networks, Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of phased-array transducers, introduces the WheelArray, a transducer designed to inspect composite material or flat metal plate. The WheelArray is a unique ultrasonic test fixture used to increase inspection productivity of large surface areas associated with composite materials and metal plates. WheelArray is offered [...]

Pulsed Eddy Current (PEC) is well known for its ability to detect and assess corrosion in areas otherwise inaccessible without the costly stripping of protective insulation and weather jacket layers. The technology is used on an ever-increasing number of refineries and chemical plants around the world. Its versatility, good productivity, and ability to perform in-service inspections [...]

The new DRC 3643 NDT rounds off DÜRR NDT's DRC product range of robust flat panel detectors for industrial digital radiography. Thanks to its portability and large active area of 36 x 43 cm, the new detector is particularly well suited for corrosion and erosion inspections on pipes in compliance with DIN EN ISO 20769. With [...]

Recently we performed a capability study to provide insight into how effective the dolphicam2 ultrasonic platform is when inspecting composites on aircraft. To perform this study, we used a carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) panel representative of the solid laminate composites on commercial aircraft, such as on a Boeing 787 or on an Airbus A350. The inspection [...]

The UltraAnalytix inspection system is the only ultrasonic non-destructive testing method to provide Fitness-For-Service assessments for FRP composites by inspectors who are certified in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A practice Cambridge, Ont., CANADA— UTComp Inc., a global FRP composites engineering and inspection company, has established a certification program for UltraAnalytix inspection personnel that complies with the requirements [...]