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Critical Equipment: Latest advances in ultrasound technology
Early detection with ultrasound improves operational reliability and reduces the risk of unplanned downtime.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) comprises methods designed to assess the condition of materials, components, and equipment without affecting their serviceability. Its function is to identify discontinuities, degradation, and early damage mechanisms to determine service fitness and remaining life.
In the energy sector, NDT is a cornerstone of integrity management, supporting maintenance decisions, reducing unplanned failures, and optimizing availability. The evolution toward advanced techniques, digitalization, and remote inspection drives its growth in the U.S., Europe, and LATAM.
Main topics
This section gathers technical content aimed at professionals requiring a precise and applied view of NDT technologies.
Key topics include:
- Volumetric testing (UT, PAUT, TOFD)
- Surface techniques (MT, PT, VT)
- Digital and computed radiography
- Remote inspection and robotics
- Defect evaluation and remaining life assessment
- ASNT, ISO, API, and SNT-TC-1A standards
- Applications in O&G, petrochemical, energy, and mining
NDT is essential to ensure structural integrity and operational continuity of critical assets. Technical challenges include qualifications of techniques, accurate interpretation of indications, inspection in complex geometries, and adoption of advanced technologies.
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Non-destructive testing: Advances, methods and industrial applications
Non-destructive inspections and evaluations are essential to guarantee the reliability and safety of assets in the vast majority of industries. These tests allow companies…
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The Krautkrämer made history at the inspection
In 1946, the closure of the university continues and some of them remain in ruins, such as: the University of Cologne, where two brothers,…
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Unlock Material Secrets with XRF: Positive Material Analysis
XRF analysis ensures the correct identification of materials, fundamental in industries to guarantee the quality and operational reliability.
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Evaluation of welds in austenitic stainless steel
Ultrasonic and radiographic techniques allow the detection of discontinuities in austenitic stainless steel welds.
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Importance of visual inspection for the oil & gas industry
Visual inspection of oil facilities helps detect faults, prevent accidents, and effectively ensure operational continuity.
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Detecting Corrosion Under Insulation with Advanced NDT Methods
The selection of the NDT method depends on the type of insulation, wall thickness and accessibility of the pipe.
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Revolutionize Safety: Non-Destructive Testing for Industry Systems
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) is key to guaranteeing the quality of metallic materials used in industries: industrial pressure vessel plants, petrochemical plants, power or nuclear…
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Unlocking Tank Commissioning: The Crucial Role of NDT
NDTs allow for the evaluation and assurance of optimal tank conditions during deployment, repair, and industrial maintenance.
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Discover NDT’s crucial role in tank commissioning
NDTs ensure that a storage tank meets safe and operational conditions before being put into operation.