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Non-Destructive
Testing
Thorough Non-Destructive Testing throughout the UK and Ireland for all weldments and metallic materials including detailed reports.
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Visual Inspection (VT/ VI)
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Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
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Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI/ MT)
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Ultrasonic Inspection (UT)
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Positive material Identification (PMI)
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Borescope Inspection
Visual Inspection (VT/ VI)
Why it is needed
Visual weld Inspection is one of the simplest NDT methods and involves 100% critical observation of the external features visible on all welds. It is an important quality assessment to be performed before, during and after welding operations have been accomplished.
What is involved
Visual assessment of the preparation and external appearance of the weld using a magnifying glass, Measuring gages, ruler, and torch.
Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
Why it is needed
Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI), also called Liquid or Penetrant Testing (PT), is one of the oldest and simplest NDT methods. Liquid penetrant inspection is used to detect surface discontinuities such as cracks, porosity, incomplete fusion, and flaws in welded joints. Dye Penetrant Testing can be used on a range of materials, including Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Copper, Brass, Aluminum, and certain Plastics.
What is involved
The first step in Liquid Penetrant Inspection is to thoroughly clean the surface to be inspected and make the test area free from oil, grease, water, paint, and other contaminants that may prevent the liquid penetrant from entering any flaws. Next, a red, visible, or fluorescent dye liquid penetrant is applied to the part by spraying, brushing, or immersing it in a penetrant bath. The liquid penetrant is left on the surface for a sufficient time to allow as much penetrant as possible to seep into any defects.
After the dwell time has elapsed, the excess liquid penetrant is removed from the surface with a lint-free cloth, and a thin layer of developer is applied to the part to assist in drawing the penetrant trapped in any flaws back to the surface, where they will be visible. The part can then be inspected for any defects or discontinuities.
Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
Why it is needed
Detecting Surface and Subsurface Defects:
Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) is highly effective at identifying surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials, such as iron, steel, nickel, and cobalt. These defects might include cracks, seams, laps, and other imperfections that could compromise the integrity of the material.
Preventing Failures:
By identifying defects early, MPI helps prevent premature or unexpected failures in machinery and structures, which can lead to accidents, loss of productivity, and costly downtime.
Cost-Effective and Efficient:
MPI is a relatively inexpensive and quick method of non-destructive testing that doesn't require extensive pre-cleaning or the removal of coatings, saving both time and money.
Versatility:
It can be used on a variety of components, including welds, castings, forgings, and in-service parts, making it a versatile tool for ensuring the safety and reliability of critical assets.
Immediate Results:
MPI provides immediate feedback, allowing for prompt corrective actions to be taken if defects are found.
What is involved
The technique operates by generating a magnetic field in the component to be tested. If a surface or near-surface flaw exists, the magnetic flux is distorted and leaks around the flaw. To detect this, the surface of the tested item is dusted with fine magnetic particles, such as ferrous iron filings (applied either dry or suspended in liquid). These particles are attracted to the area of the flux leakage, creating a visible indication of the defect. The indication can then be examined to determine what action should be taken, if any.
Ultrasonic Inspection (UT)
Why it is needed
Manual ultrasonic testing is a form of non-destructive testing that is typically used to detect volumetric flaws, material integrity and the thickness of a component. Ultrasonic testing is used to carry out inspection on castings, forgings and welded joints in all different types of industry sectors.
The Ultrasonic method can be used on various types of materials and its applications include:
Flaw detection such as inclusions, cracks and porosity – particularly for small flaws or flaws situated deep within a component.
Ultrasonic Testing is also used in determining the thickness of test objects, particularly in erosion or corrosion monitoring of pipework.
The benefits of this method include quick accurate inspection and portable operation.
What is involved
Ultrasonic Testing uses high frequency sound energy to examine different types of components
and is capable to detect internal flaws and perform precision measurements.
Ultrasonic testing has been used in ensuring quality and integrity of new components including in service items, welded joints and has become vital inspection method across all industry sectors.
Positive material Identification (PMI)
Why it is needed
A rapid, non-destructive method, positive material identification is performed on a wide range of components and materials, PMI is used for both material identification and verification.
The method is utilised for quality control, and is an integral part of both production and asset integrity management across many industries including oil and gas, power, chemical, pharmaceutical, nuclear, aerospace and fabrication.
What is involved
Positive material identification is performed using either X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) or Optical Emission Spectroscopy. X-ray Fluorescence is the most common method due to the portability
of the hand-held device. The handheld device scans the metal material and identifies its key elements.
Borescope Inspection
Why it is needed
Borescope inspection is widely used to visually inspect the internal condition of items such as plant, machinery and pipework. Borescope inspection has become important to the inspection of welds
on pipework and the recording of images now being the norm.
The stringent requirements of ASME BPE stipulate up to 100% visual inspection and full traceability of all welds.
What is involved
A borescope is an optical device consisting of a rigid or flexible tube with an eyepiece or display
on one end, and a camera on the other, linked together by an optical or electrical system in between.
The optical system is surrounded by optical fibers and used for illumination of the object to aid imaging and video. An internal image of the illuminated object is formed by the lens and magnified by the eyepiece which presents it to the Inspectors eye.
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