Intertek, a global leader in Total Quality Assurance solutions, highlighted its latest technological advancement at the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) 2024 Annual Conference, where it showcased its innovative, specialized drone for confined space inspections, equipped with an ultrasonic (UT) probe. This drone represents a significant advancement in the field of confined space inspection, increasing safety and accuracy in hard-to-reach areas.
During the conference, Ricardo, a representative from Intertek, explained how this technology responds to the growing demand for safer and more efficient inspections. “This drone has a protective cage that allows it to continue flying even if it hits surfaces in confined spaces, such as industrial tanks. In addition, with the incorporation of a UT probe and a gel pumping system as a coupling, we can take accurate readings without compromising the integrity of the equipment,” said Ricardo from the Intertek stand.
The drone-mounted UT probe allows the team to take spot readings at various locations within a tank, with adaptable configurations for inspections on roofs or deeper areas. This advancement has been optimized to take between five and ten readings in a single six- to eight-minute flight, depending on the proximity of inspection points – a capability Ricardo highlighted as ideal for maximizing throughput in critical spaces.
Headquartered in London, Intertek operates in over 1,000 locations in 100 countries and is positioned as a globally recognized quality and safety provider. The company goes beyond traditional inspection and certification, offering a comprehensive Total Quality Assurance approach that supports industries around the world. Ricardo says, “It is critical to be at the forefront of emerging technologies, especially at events like ASNT 2024, where we can see innovations that, like our drone, redefine industry standards.”
ASNT 2024, held in the vibrant setting of Las Vegas, brings together more than 2,200 professionals and 210 exhibitors, offering a unique platform to explore emerging technologies in nondestructive testing (NDT). Intertek continues to strengthen its commitment to innovation and sustainability, aligning its technological advancements with its mission to offer solutions that provide quality, safety and sustainability on a global level.
With this new tool, Intertek demonstrates its leadership in the testing and inspection sector and its commitment to offering safe, efficient and sustainable solutions that allow companies to overcome quality challenges in an increasingly demanding environment.
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