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Role of Handheld XRF in Lithium-Ion Battery Supply Chain

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Choose IQI when testing radiography

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Automated XRF sampling and analysis system on conveyor

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Hiểu sự khác biệt giữa Kiểm tra thẩm thấu làm sạch bằng nước và Không thể làm sạch bằng nước để biết phương pháp nào phù hợp với ứng dụng của bạn. Có nhiều yếu tố cần xem xét...

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Fast classification of superalloys with handheld XRF

Peak Alloys là một nhà kinh doanh và chế biến các siêu hợp kim có giá trị cao dựa trên niken và coban ở Sheffield, Vương quốc Anh. Công ty cung cấp phế liệu đã qua xử lý cho...

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Olympus transfers Evident to Bain Capital management fund to accelerate growth and innovation.

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See more articles on ASME standards for boilers and pressure equipment. Definition of Piping In industry, Piping is a system of many interconnected components, consisting of a...

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With the release of the MXU 5.10 software, the OmniScan™ X3 64 defect ultrasound device adds a new advanced ultrasound inspection technique: phase-coherence imaging (PCI). Immediately after...

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Webinar: Some typical applications in testing eddy currents in phase arrays (Eddy Current Array)

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This article summarizes the difference between ISO22232-1 as an alternative to EN12668-2010 in terms of the required level of parameter characteristics of ultrasonic testing equipment. The new standard covers devices...

Choosing the right type of relay for your ultrasonic testing application

Questions and hints to help you choose the right type of booster for your UT test. The purpose of an ultrasonic transducer is: To transfer more ultrasonic energy from the transducer into the...

Established Evident Company under Olympus

In early 2021, Olympus announced plans to reorganize its Scientific Solutions Division into an independent company. This reorganization will allow Scientific Solutions to...

Role of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in Quality Assurance and Quality Control

Learn how to NDT in Quality Assurance and Control. Quality Assurance vs Quality Control Although these terms sound similar, Quality Assurance and Quality Control are...

Failure analysis in materials science

Causes of Material Damage Television news always focuses on events that describe catastrophic disasters. These disasters can happen anywhere...

Automatic, high-speed conductivity measurement by eddy current

High Performance Industrietechnik GmbH Headquartered in Ranshofen, Austria, HPI develops, manufactures and supplies equipment for the metal industry. Manufacturing units in the metallurgical sector often use...

NDT test for bullet casing

The cartridge case will be checked after stamping and/and during storage •Suggested solution using array eddy current technology with Olympus Omniscan device •Use of eddy current probe...

5 pitfalls to avoid when performing TFM . testing

Ultrasound has been used for non-destructive testing for about a century. Ultrasonic inspection (UT) using a single element transducer is a relatively simple technology and still...

2 methods to optimize the thickness measurement process

In factories around the world, thickness measurement is required for quality assurance (QA) and control (QC) of precision mechanical parts. This data allows home...

Ruckus Composites tests thousands of bikes with an ultrasonic thickness gauge

Ruckus Composites is a professional bike repair and carbon fiber inspection shop located in Portland, Oregon, USA. Founded in 2008, Ruckus has evaluated more than 13,000 bikes and...

Overview of magnetic particle testing methods

Magnetic particle testing is an effective non-destructive testing method for detecting surface and near-surface discontinuities. Magnetic Bead Test (MT), one of the...

Main requirements for a good performance of the magnetic particle test method

Standards, specifications, and work often require MT staff to be certified. This article will show the basic concepts, requirements and standards related...

Check welds using Magnetic Powder Test Technique

Magnetic powder testing technique uses magnetic materials together with a magnetizing device such as a yoke or coil. MPI method easily detects cracks in...

ASTM E1444: Major Changes and Updates

In October 2021, ASTM E1444 was published, replacing the 2016 revision. This revision is part of a standard review cycle in response to changes...

Understanding the Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): What's in the chemicals you're exposed to?

What is MSDS? An MSDS is a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) which is a document containing data related to the properties of a particular chemical. Information...

Technical Requirements Overview in Liquid Penetration Test Magnetic Particle Test

Understand the requirements of ASTM and SAE/AMS specifications to select the right MPI and LPI product. To learn more about standards and related specifications...

Detect leaks with liquid penetrant testing

One of the many applications of penetrant testing is leak testing using fluorescent penetrants or visible/color contrast penetrants to enhance...

4 habits for safe use of NDT sprayers

Safety is always a concern for NDT technicians – we outline the hazards and precautions for storage, recycling and transport...

How Echo-to-Echo and THRU-COAT® modes work for corrosion testing and ultrasonic thickness measurement

Test technicians monitor material corrosion by measuring the remaining wall thickness of pipes or other metal structures. However, when measuring the remaining wall thickness...

Webinar: Eddy current testing for stainless steel welds

This webinar is organized by ASNT (American Society for Non-Destructive Testing), the speaker is Ghislain Morais, global product application manager for Olympus, discussing the latest advancements in...

Wind turbines XL require RollerFORM XL

RollerFORM XL gives super-large wind turbine blades the necessary efficiency boost. The world's largest wind turbine blade Siemens is a well-known wind turbine manufacturer in the world...

Testing the turbocharger by industrial endoscope

General Introduction In the automotive industry, fuel efficiency is increasingly improving with the popularity of eco-vehicles such as electric and hybrid vehicles, and diesel engines...

Mercury concern in skin care cosmetics

Mercury is an extremely toxic substance, penetrating into the human body through the skin, respiratory tract ... can cause cough, chest pain, memory loss, miscarriage, fetal defects, poisoning leading to death... .

DGS curve in discontinuous size assessment

The use of DGS curves is a useful technique for sizing discontinuities by ultrasound. The main principle of the DGS method is based on the theoretical relationship between the signal...

Changes in NDT training in the Covid era

Modern trends change the model of NDT training in the new situation. In any field, change is inevitable and continuous development in accordance with the needs of the...

How to choose AWS D1.1/D1.5 . probe

WHAT TO KNOW WHEN Selecting AWS D1.1/D1.5 transducers: For longitudinal wave beam detectors with 0º angle (straight probe): Effective (actual) contact area of probe with test surface ...

Webinar: ECT testing and Tube testing in the oil and gas industry

Advantages of using eddy current testing in the oil and gas industry The quality of industrial components becomes more and more important as customer expectations increase. The products...

Digital endoscope for checking bearings of wind turbine generators

History Wind power generation is an alternative to fossil fuels with the advantage of low environmental impact. It became popular in the late twentieth century,...

Check the wall thickness of the cast engine block and cylinder bore position

Check the wall thickness of automobile and other internal combustion engine casting blocks, and the wall thickness and position of the cylinder bore. General information Engine block for cell...

Layer cracking in fiberglass reinforced composite

Detects delamination cracking in fiberglass composite structures on tanks, pipelines, hulls, wind turbine blades and similar applications. Overview Due to the hierarchical structure...

Wind turbine gearbox test

Introduction Wind power generation is more economical than nuclear and thermal power generation, and it is growing rapidly as a clean energy source. Natural wind is available for free...

Corrosion test in under-rack position: 4 Common pipe lifting methods

In under-shelve (CUS) corrosion testing, many methods of pipe lifting have been performed that may be unsafe, expensive, or impractical. We will look at the...

Welding ultrasonic inspection technique

Weld inspection is one of the main applications of ultrasonic inspection. Using ultrasonic flaw inspection equipment, NDT technicians find and characterize irregularities...

Using industrial endoscopes helps increase safety for thermal power plants

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What is liquid penetrant testing and how can defects be detected?

As a non-destructive testing technician, you know that it is important to master several different testing methods to prepare for a particular job. Test...

Inspect elbow bends to detect corrosion and peeling of cladding

Advantages and disadvantages of curved tube PAUT testing Phased array (PA) technology can provide testers with a number of superior features, such as high resolution data...

Check the fuselage rivet hole

Air Force units have a need to extend or extend the flight life of aging aircraft by using phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) to detect...

Control the thickness of tear lines on car airbags to help ensure safety

The process of measuring the thickness of the joints in the car airbag can also be applied to other thickness measurements in thin grooves, grooves or concave veins inside objects...

POD – What is the probability of detection in NDT?

This article covers the concept of NDT test accuracy: Probability of Detection (POD). Non-destructive testing (NDT) plays a big role when it comes to safety. Range...

Carbon steel and 4 methods of detecting surface defects of materials

Carbon steel (CS) is used a lot in our daily life. Whether in vehicles, pipelines, wind turbines, oil rigs or buildings. CS helps bring...

Maximize RFT tube testing speed

We all know that optimizing test speed in tube testing is very important because it is related to shutdown time. Let's discuss factors related to towing speed...

Maximize the speed of IRIS tube testing

Unravel the parameters that affect IRIS test speed in tube testing. Finding the IRIS equilibrium is a fairly common technique when examining tubes. This is due to technical...

What is PMI? Comparison of 3 popular PMI techniques LIBS, OES and XRF

Boots are best in Saigon during the rainy season, Nike shoes are best in the gym, and flip-flops are best when you're at the beach. What is PMI? Identify objects...

Choose the right technique when checking coating thickness

Coating inspection is an important application of quality control in many components or finished products. Whether the coating is used for protection or just for decoration...

Safety for radiographers

Radioactive sources provide many benefits to humans through applications in medicine, industry, agriculture, environmental management, and research. Basically radioactive sources are being...

Wireless: A simple solution for data transmission from a thickness gauge

Quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) activities help companies ensure their manufacturing processes are clearly defined and the quality of their products is at...

Calculating test cost according to RBI assessment with Excel

Most mechanical engineering graduates must be proficient in some mechanical software such as AUTOCAD, PV ELITE or CAESAR… but not many can understand Microsoft Excel well. When Engineers...

Risk Assessment Based Audit Plan (RBI)

RBI is the process of developing an inspection plan based on an assessment of the risk of equipment failure. Accordingly, the risk is determined based on a combination of two possible factors...

Equipment Eligibility Assessment (FFS)

What is an FFS assessment? Evaluate FFS (Fitness-for-service) for devices defined in API 579-1/ASME FFS-1. Fitness-for Service is a quantitative assessment method for assessing the integrity of...

Ultrasonic weld inspection and remote corrosion mapping with SteerROVER

Save money on ultrasonic inspection costs through reduced need for scaffolding, overhead work floors and time when using access ropes. Ultrasonic scanning solution...

X-ray diffraction (XRD) spectroscopy and applications

What is XRD? XDR stands for X-Ray diffraction in English, which means X-ray diffraction. X-ray diffraction is a non-destructive analytical technique that provides information on crystal structure...

Detecting delamination in high-voltage insulating ceramics

Verify the integrity of the bond between the silicone sheath and the composite core of the high-voltage power line insulation. Types of porcelain insulators and uses Porcelain insulators or powerline insulators are...

The principle of operation of XRF

When choosing to purchase an XRF analyzer, there are many factors that need to be considered in detail and many questions that you may have. What is XRF? What can XRF do? Can differentiate...

Decoding the term XRF

There are many acronyms that you may come across when learning about X-ray fluorescence (XRF). This quick reference article helps you learn what these terms mean...

Checking the solder joint in the copper pipe welding technique

Check the integrity of flake welds in metal pipes and other components. Braze Welding or Braze Welding is a method of welding without fusing the surface...

Sulfide corrosion of turbine blades at high temperature

Sulfideization is the process by which sulfide ions disperse into molecules or materials and is directly related to corrosion and surface modification of materials at high temperatures. During motion...

Using curved wedges in ultrasonic inspection of small pipe welds

Small diameter pipe welds can be difficult to inspect with conventional ultrasound. As the pipe diameter decreases, the contact area between the probe wedge and the tube also decreases, resulting in energy...

Glossary of Corrosion Assessment and RBI

Introduction Terms related to the field of quality assurance appear more and more, related to the oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, or quality control processes in...

Use Excel to make a tube testing checklist instead of MultiView/Carto

Excel's powerful calculation features can somewhat replace the Carto pipeline inspection planning software feature. Carto software plans heat exchanger testing...

Check rail welds of cranes and railways

What is a rail? The rail is considered the most stressed part, and this part is also subject to wear due to the impact of the train wheel, as well as the erratic impact of...

Evaluation of the microstructure of materials in the field

Microstructural evaluation combined with metallurgical replication can help uncover serious structural defects or deterioration before serious...

Principle of MFL used in Tube testing

Introduction to MFL in tube testing Magnetic Flux Leakage or Magnetic Flux Leakage is a technique used to test for corrosion and erosion of pipes made of...

Using OmniScan Phased Array and COBRA in Socket weld inspection

Socket welds are considered a difficult application in NDE due to their small size and shape. Socket welds are commonly used in petroleum and petrochemical with steel materials...

NDT testing in fossil fuel power plants

Boilers, steam collectors, steam lines, turbines, hot water supply units and condensers are the main components commonly inspected in a non-nuclear power plant. The purpose of finding...

Phased array ultrasound (PAUT) in welding quality control of low-thickness tubes

Thernal Energy Power plant is a plant that converts the thermal energy of coal into commercial electricity. The coal-fired power plant consists of two main equipment clusters...

Principle of APR used in Tube testing

Introduction to APR in tube testing Acoustic pulse reflex (APR) is a tube testing method that has been slowly gaining acceptance as a tool for testing heat exchangers. The...

Check the wind power motor gearbox

With the development of the wind industry in Vietnam and the introduction of turbines larger than 1MW, higher loads and increased stresses are affecting the service life...

RVI principle used in Tube testing

About RVI Remote Visual Inspection (RVI) is a non-destructive inspection technique dating back to the 1970s that uses a wide variety of video cameras, video scopes, control cameras, etc.

IRIS principle used in Tube testing

Introduction to IRIS in tube testing The Internal Rotary Probe Ultrasonic Inspection System (IRIS) is based on the principle of ultrasonic thickness measurement. The IRIS probe consists of an ultrasonic transducer...

RFT principle used in Tube testing

Introduction to RFT in tube testing Remote Field Testing or Remote Field Testing is a technique used to test tubes made of ferritic materials, such as Carbon steel and Chrome-Molybdenum. RFT...

Principle of ECT used in Tube testing

Introduction to ECT in tube testing To learn about eddy current testing principles in general, please refer to the information here. Eddy current ECT is the fastest tube inspection technique and...

Choose the right test technique with Tube testing

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Pipe testing using a combination of techniques

Tube testing overview This article describes the use of advanced pipe inspection NDT methods for boilers and heat exchangers in the petrochemical industry when...

Principle of measuring material thickness by ultrasonic waves

Ultrasonic thickness measurement is a widely used non-destructive testing technique for measuring the thickness of materials from a single contact surface. The method has fast results, worth...

WeldSight™ Ultrasound Data Analysis Software FAQ

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Use curved wedge in PAUT test according to ASME SEC. V ARTICLE 4

As of 2017, ASME SEC. V ARTICLE 4 specifies the use of curved wedges for inspection on curved surfaces less than 14 in. (350 mm). Words related to...

Ultrasonic testing with Drones takes NDT to the next level

Common non-destructive testing (NDT) methods performed at height typically involve scaffolding, ladders or ropes to inspect the surface of a structure – however these methods...

Supporting smart, high-tech manufacturing with laser weld defect detection

Laser welding is an efficient and precise welding method that uses a high energy density laser beam as the heat source. Today, laser welding is mainly used to weld parts...

Using Phased array in tram wheel test

DTEC GmbH is a supplier of NDT equipment based in Frankfurt Rhein-Main, Germany, which specializes in turnkey solutions for fault detection in railway wheels and...

Equipment used in testing wind turbine blades

Structure of wind turbine blades The characteristics of wind turbine materials often have a great influence on performance. The operating environment of offshore turbines has to face...

Using ultrasonic PAUT to test pipes with wall thickness over 50mm

General Introduction For corrosive environments or severe safety conditions, such as deep offshore oil drilling or high-pressure fluid transportation, pipelines can...

ASNT Webinar – HTHA probe and test technique with TFM

Webinar Content Early detection of high temperature hydrogen cavitation (HTHA) corrosion damage can help oil, gas and petrochemical facilities avoid breakdowns to...

Measurement of fiber reinforcement layer depth in steel core and burlap rubber conveyor belts

Structure of steel core rubber conveyor belt Steel core conveyor belt is a product used in long and harsh production lines, with high load capacity,...

XRD (pXRD) in forensic, explosives and narcotics analysis in the field

Drugs are addictive substances, the level of danger when used is unpredictable, especially for people when using it, the consequences are even more dangerous at a high level,...

Ultrasonic inspection of castings

Ultrasonic inspection applications in the foundry Industry A general overview of ultrasonic non-destructive testing applications in the foundry industry, including thickness measurement, hollow void detection and...

Check anchor bolts using ultrasound

Definition Anchor bolt Anchor bolt or foundation bolt is an important detail used to fix structures, especially steel structures, fastened to cement. It is widely used in...

Ultrasonic inspection of bolts, pins and shaft bodies

Overview Ultrasonic inspection of bolts, pins and shafts is common for crack detection. However, many NDT technicians do not anticipate some complex phenomena...

Crime investigation with infrared (IR) digital industrial endoscopes

Introduction Advanced technology gives law enforcement new tools to help solve crime and address emergencies, such as operations...

Measure the thickness of small diameter pipes using 38DL Plus

Application:Measurement of wall thickness and concentricity of small diameter plastic and metal pipes. Application overview of pipe wall thickness testing Small diameter metal and plastic pipes...

Small dimensional defects in stirring friction welds of liquid cooling pads

Water-cooled plates are heat exchangers that dissipate heat through the friction of the fluid flowing on their internal surfaces. They are commonly used for components...

Workshop on Corrosion Mapping, Monitoring and Maintenance Solutions from Olympus

Wednesday, March 31, 2021 – 12:00 PM – 1:00 (Vietnam time) Many factories that have been built in the last 20 years often do not have a documented record of their structures...

Testing the adhesion of glued lines by ultrasonic waves in automobile manufacturing

In the automotive industry, the outer edges of parts such as doors, hoods, and trunks are often joined together using adhesive seams. Two surface...

Phased Array ultrasonic testing of CRA and multi-material welds (Dissimilar Weld Material)

The industry is increasingly using austenitic welds and welds containing different welding materials. These welds can be used to create components...

Monitoring contamination in pharmaceutical production lines

Strict purity and contamination control requirements of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities according to various international standards, such as ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers...

Check the machined hole on the car fuel injection valve

General Introduction Gasoline and diesel car engines have air passages, fuel lines and fuel injectors. The fuel injection part has small holes (diameter from 1 mm or less)....

Ensuring the quality of adhesive when manufacturing battery boxes on electric cars

Batteries are a key component of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid cars. A battery's ability to store energy affects the range a vehicle can travel on a single charge and the total...

Embedded transducer ultrasound technique

What is embedded transducer ultrasonic testing? The object, part or part to be examined is placed in a tank filled with water. The ultrasonic transducer is controlled to move close to the surface...

NDT inspection of steel rolling lot

Overview Steel mill rolls used in mills use different materials and sizes, such as high alloy rolls, cast iron rolls etc. Their sizes range from...

Pipeline surface inspection using phase array eddy current technology

In-service pipeline inspection is a challenging but very important activity, especially for buried pipelines. After scanning the pipe from the inside...

Probe design Automatic surface defect testing using phase array eddy current technology

Introduction Surface inspection of steel bars and pipes has been a requirement in the metal industry for many years. Material quality requirements are constantly evolving in relation to...

Some standards and sizing techniques for ultrasonic testing

Sizing in Ultrasonic Inspection Calibration is a technique that allows the size of discontinuities to be estimated from the indications of the reflected ultrasonic signal. Faulty sizing...

Choosing between Ultrasonic Thickness and Resonance when inspecting Composite materials?

Composite materials will include 3 main types. Fiberglass (Coarse fiber composite material), Multi-layer carbon fiber (multi-layer carbon composite material) and honeycomb structure composite material. With material...

Interpretation of basic weld ultrasonic inspection signals

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Application of the 38DL instrument in accurate thickness testing

Plastics and Tanks The 38DL PLUS™ Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge can measure the material wall thickness of important plastic tubs and pipes in a wide variety of industries. For example,...

Compare: Paramagnetic, paramagnetic and ferromagnetic materials

The information in the table below will help clarify the differences between magnetic materials. Properties Diamagnetic Paramagnetic Ferromagnetic Definition Materials without magnetic moment *. Object...

Endoscopy equipment used in customs and maritime security

OVERVIEW Borders between countries around the world are becoming more and more open, allowing more people to enter and leave different countries. The volume of goods transported across the border...

An overview of the eddy current test method (ET/ECT)

Learn how Eddy Current Testing works, its advantages and applications. Introduction Eddy current testing is used as a non-destructive method...

Compare cost and characteristics of 5 popular NDT inspection methods

There is no single NDT method that applies to all measurement or defect detection applications. Each method has its pros and cons when compared to other methods...

What is remote visual inspection?

RVI - Remote Visual Inspection or remote visual inspection allows technicians to see the internal details of pipelines, jet turbines, vehicles, boreholes... Introduction...

Which probe is suitable for TFM test?

Still applying the basic ultrasonic testing principles To begin with, it's important to remember that total focus (TFM) methods are still subject to the same laws of physics that are...

Non-destructive testing on wind turbines

As the wind power industry grows, periodic NDT inspection of turbines is increasingly important. Introduction Environmental concerns have increased interest in energy...

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Non-destructive testing on jet turbine blades

Turbine blades are an integral part of a jet engine, so it's important to ensure these blades are free of damage that could lead to jet turbine failure. Gender...

What is Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)? Common NDT techniques

NDT stands for Non Destructive Testing or Non-Destructive Testing refers to a series of testing methods that allow the evaluation and collection of data about materials, systems or...

Automated testing system using phase array eddy current technique

Surface defect testing of long metal rods and tubes is a common requirement in the metal manufacturing industry. Surface inspection is just as important as inspection...

Aircraft fuselage inspection with Phased Array Lateral probe

Application Inspect aluminum alloy aircraft fuselages for deep scratches and cracks originating from riveted holes (joining of shells). Background Pros...

Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT) for Oil Pipelines (Pipeline)

Pipelines transport large volumes of gas and oil. The pipeline is welded in place, usually using an automatic welding system. For pipeline construction, welds are the "point...

Some popular NDT inspection work of service companies

NDT services include Magnetic Particle Inspection, Liquid Penetration Testing, Radiographic Imaging, Welding Ultrasonic Inspection, Ultrasonic Thickness Testing and Inspection Services...

Boiler Tube weld inspection using COBRA with Phased Array as an alternative to Radiographic Imaging

Challenges when testing boiler pipe welds When inspecting boiler tube welds, the downtime is only about 1 week and the large number of pipes to be inspected is always...

Ensuring safe operation of wind power plants

Many of us see wind towers every day. Globally, they are increasingly becoming an important source of electricity. In fact, according to the American Wind Energy Association, has...

Proactively improve wind power productivity through video endoscopic inspection for wind engines

Wind turbine gearboxes, motors and blades are at the heart of intensive maintenance because They are subject to constant stress and wear Repairing damage can be costly...

Test heat exchangers using remote video surveillance (RVI)

Industrial Endoscope Inspection Heat Exchanger Industrial Video Visualizer, Industrial Endoscope - RVI is commonly used for visual inspection of...

Selection of calibration sample for ultrasonic inspection project according to ASME 5

General Introduction The rules in ASME for choosing the right piping calibration block are written quite simply but can easily be misinterpreted if you don't do your homework...

How accurate is defect size assessment using ultrasonic inspection?

Proceedings of ASME PVP Conference:July 2004, San Diego, CaliforniaPVP2004-2811 General Piping currently uses Fitness-For-Service (FFS) to accept/remove weld defects. FFS requires precise measurement of height...

Electric Fusion Welds (EFW) and Electric Resistance Welds (ERW) defect classification testing techniques

EFW and ERW Electric Resistance Welding Pipes (ERW) Electric Resistance Welding (ERW) steel pipes are available in two types of welding, induction welding and electric welding. ERW Steel Pipe is manufactured using a hot-rolled steel profile...

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Phased Array ultrasonic testing technique

We are all familiar with medical 3-D color ultrasound examination applications where high frequency sound waves are used to produce high-resolution cross-sectional images.

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High penetration ultrasonic transducer for straight beam flaw detection applications

Optimum selection of low frequency contact probes for thickness measurement and straight-beam flaw detection in attenuating or highly scattering materials such as fibers...

The battle between the engraving and the bore

Part 1 – Reflective Pulse Contour Introduction When testing piping welds, ASME Sec V Art. 4 allows for sensitivity calibration on the mark using the sample for piping according to Fig. T-434.3-1 or...

Ultrasonic thickness measurement technique skips the paint layer

Application: Accurate measurement of residual wall thickness of metal pipes, tanks, beams, hulls and other structures ignoring paint and similar coatings. The basis of thickness gauge...

Webinar about Tube testing solution

Talcyon is a company about APRIS Acoustic Pulse Reflector, would like to invite all of you who are using Tube Testing equipment to attend a webinar introducing new tube testing solutions and...

Inspect and detect fatigue cracks on ship propellers

Application: Detect fatigue cracks in marine propellers using Eddy Current testing. In many cases, the sheer size of the ships made one...

Remote product experience with VISCO

We always want to connect with customers and demonstrate products directly at the customer's location or at VISCO's office. When we can't meet in person, we always have...

Use Phased Array to check gears on large equipment

Mining and other industries use heavy equipment under the most demanding conditions. A key component in heavy equipment are gears that allow operation and movement...

Crack testing on large gears with the Eddy Current Array in the mining industry

Gear Surface Crack Testing Gears are an important component of equipment used in the mining industry. From ore handling equipment to heavy equipment, all...

Use FMC/TFM instead of AUT in pipeline testing

Ed GINZELOleg VOLF and Ben BROWN Introduction of NDT in the production of pipeline welds has been relatively common since the late 1980s. The technique was developed based on...

Webinar: Total focus ultrasound (TFM) versus phased array ultrasound (PAUT), when to use?

Wednesday, July 1, 2020 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Hanoi Time When to choose TFM and PAUT? This webinar will cover the advantages and limitations of each...

Inspect small diameter stainless steel pipe welds using Dual Linear Array (DLA) probes

Applications Inspect small, thin-walled, austenitic steel pipes when standard transverse waves cannot be used. Difficulty in inspecting stainless steel welds Standard transverse wave ultrasonic testing...

Automatic Tram/Train Wheel Inspection System Using Ultrasonic

Tram wheel testing according to AAR, ISO and EN standards Rail transport continues to play an important role in the transport industry; largely because of its fast speed, high reliability,...

Matters needing attention when planning the scan (Scan Plan) in Phased Array and TFM inspection for welds

History of the “Scan plan” Scan planning is an indispensable, but often overlooked step in the Phasing Array (PA) inspection process. Proper scan planning leads to...

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Advances in the use of ultrasound in the inspection of 9% Ni welds in LNG tanks

LNG storage tanks LNG storage tanks require supercooling (−160 °C) to be able to hold LNG. In order to maintain the strength and flexibility of the material, the tank material needs...

Check longitudinal beams and splits in propeller posts with low frequency Phased Array ultrasound

Application The solution uses phased array ultrasound to inspect the longitudinal girder cover and support column connections in wind turbine blades. General Circumstances During its service life, the blower must...

Chime/SRUT technique in under-rack corrosion testing

Short Range Ultrasonic Inspection also known as CHIME/SRUT or SRGW is one of the ultrasonic inspection methods in which ultrasonic waves are transmitted as a guided wave using a head...

Transverse Cracking in manual and automatic ultrasonic weld inspection

Weak quote The possibility of cracks and other flaws occurring in the welding direction cannot be underestimated. The detection of such vulnerabilities is always included in the training of UT...

Overview of the TOFD test method – Time-Based Diffraction Ultrasound

Overview of TOFD Inspection Methods TOFD is an application of ultrasound and has been used for decades. If compared with conventional ultrasonic weld inspection,...

Phased array ultrasonic inspection with PAF probe supports long dimensional resolution of defects which reduces failure rate

Most of the tests when confirming the settings for ultrasonic testing are performed on standard blocks or flat samples although actual testing is usually carried out on...

Welding non-destructive testing terms

Introduction We all use different terms in the field of NDT. I've seen a lot of reports using terms that, when sent to clients, require solutions...

Amplitude Fidelity – What is amplitude fidelity in TFM and how does it affect test results

Summary The mesh resolution of the total focusing ultrasonic method (TFM) must be carefully determined to provide reliable classification and sizing during inspection.

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About AIM – TFM Acoustic Influence Map on OmniScan X3

Chi-Hang KwanGuillaume PainchaudBenoit LepageThe article was first presented at the ASNT 2019 Research Symposium. Authors OVERVIEW In this paper, we introduce a new analytical model developed...

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Measure liquid level by ultrasonic method

Applications Measure the level of liquid in a container or pipeline by non-invasive methods (direct level measurement) or detect the presence or absence of liquid in a closed container (test...

Q&A related to TFM

Technical explanation regarding false indications in TFM (Information from University of Ultrasonic/Shane Walton) We will take a specific example with a 12.5mm (0.500″) thick carbon steel weld with a...

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What is TFM/FMC and the three advantages of FMC/TFM on the OmniScan X3

The OmniScan® X3 phased array ultrasonic testing device (PAUT) comes with advanced data acquisition and processing capabilities known as full-matrix acquisition / total focus (FMC...

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Recruiting accountants to work in HCMC

We need you VISCO always wants to apply modern and simple accounting standards to serve the company's operations. Using Misa software to report Tax and...

NDT Testing for Pipeline, Process Pipe, and Piping

Advanced Phased Array inspection for single-sided access welds

Image-assisted ultrasonic inspection methods such as phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) and time-of-flight diffraction (TOFD) are effective methods for inspecting welds. Thing...

Automating the evaluation of the grain structure of spherical cast iron castings using ultrasonic measurement

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Should Acoustic Beam Convergence Be Used When Inspecting Normal Welds

NDT.net forum discussion topic Aug. 2015/Ed Ginzel Confused “Convergence or Not Convergence?” Convergence is better for building TCGs for long audio paths or for increasing resolution and...

Corrosion testing with dual transducers

Applications Use double (“double”) element transducers to measure residual metal thickness in corrosion applications. The Problem Anything made from conventional structural metal...

Using ToFD in testing HDPE pipe heat weld

Overview of inspection of HDPE pipes Normally now, constructors often use four methods to weld HDPE pipes because of the simple and easy way to operate that is: Welding method...

Check material composition with X-ray fluorescence (X-Ray Fluorescence or XRF)

What is X-ray fluorescence (XRF)? X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy is an elemental analysis technique with wide applications in science and industry. XRF is based on the principle that...

Inspect 95 mm (3.74 in.) multi-component welds using the A26 Dual Linear Array™ (DLA) probe.

Introduction In the oil and gas, petrochemical and power generation sectors, thick-walled components are commonly used to be able to withstand high pressures. To keep costs low, components...

Effect of weld edge when using ultrasonic FMC/TFM

Using traditional ultrasonic in weld inspection Ultrasonic testing method uses the propagation effect of sound waves in the material to be tested. Ultrasonic waves propagate through the...

VISCO recruits personnel in April 2019

1. Sales staff Number of recruitment: 02 Qualification: Bachelor (Preferably in Engineering, Physics majors) Starting salary: 7,000,000 VND/month Gender: Male Age: 21-30 Work place Job: Hanoi Job Description:  Survey...

Inspection of friction stir welds using ultrasonic

What is Friction Welding? Before we break it down into different types of friction welding, it should be clearly defined that friction welding is a solid state welding process that does not use an external heat source.

10 interesting things about non-destructive testing equipment from Olympus

Olympus 100th Anniversary To celebrate Olympus' 100th anniversary, let's take a look at a few interesting facts about its products over the years. Customers have come up with many...

Using the OmniScan ultrasonic inspection PITCH-CATCH (Tandem) device with the Phased Array probe

Tandem or "parallel" ultrasonic testing technique is used when the incident angle of the sound beam deviates much from the 90 degree angle and makes it impossible for the signal to return to the transducer. With...

TFM – Full array transceiver ultrasonic testing technique – Pros and cons

Full matrix capture ultrasonic inspection technique (FMC - Full array transceiver) is a data acquisition technique that allows to capture all transmit-receive information between pairs of variables...

6 advantages of MagnaFORM probe over stainless steel penetration testing

Using liquid penetrant testing to check stainless steel pipes for corrosion and cracking can be very time consuming. Many pipes have rough, dirty, or painted surfaces...

EX flaw tester series for use in environments with a high risk of explosion

Fire and explosion hazards are a major concern in many inspection applications, such as pipelines for gas or other flammable substances. There are no industry safety standards...