Non-Destructive Testing Methods: Eddy Current Testing
Eddy current testing (ECT) is a procedure commonly used to inspect heat exchanger and boiler tubing. This method uses the principals of electromagnetic induction to detect flaws or wall loss…
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Non-Destructive Testing Methods: Ultrasonic Testing – Part 2
We previously discussed how straight beam ultrasonic testing (UT) can be used for inspection and thickness measurement of plates and other flat objects. Welds cannot usually be inspected with straight…
Non-Destructive Testing Methods: Ultrasonic Testing – Part 1
Ultrasonic Testing (UT) is a volumetric testing method that can detect flaws inside a material without them being open to the surface. Several different forms of UT are commonly used,…
