ndt
-
O&M
Sustaining Safe Nuclear Energy with Nondestructive Testing
Nondestructive testing is a multidisciplinary profession that blends quality assurance and materials science. Many industries rely upon it, but few uses are more important than in the nuclear power sector
-
O&M
The Value of NDT in Power Generation Asset Management
Nondestructive testing (NDT) blends quality assurance and materials science. It is used to inspect and evaluate materials, components, and assemblies without destroying their serviceability. In the power
-
O&M
Understanding Ultrasonic Examination in the Power Industry
Nondestructive testing (NDT) refers to the inspection of materials to ensure their integrity and serviceability without damaging the components in the process. There are various NDT methods used by inspectors
-
Press Releases
Acquisition of NDT Classroom Bolsters NDT Training Portfolio
(Columbus, OH) – The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), the world’s largest technical society for nondestructive testing (NDT) professionals, today announced its acquisition of NDT Classroom, a leader in the delivery of online NDT training programs. This acquisition will increase the power and breadth of learning opportunities for NDT professionals through an extensive library […]
Tagged in: -
Press Releases
Zetec introduces ElbowFlex scanner for quick, manual ultrasound examinations of pipe elbows
SNOQUALMIE, Wash. (March 9, 2021)—Zetec Inc., a global leader in nondestructive testing (NDT) technology, today introduced the ElbowFlex™ scanner for quick, manual ultrasonic inspections of pipe elbows in oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, manufacturing and other industrial applications. ElbowFlex is the perfect tool for measuring wall thickness and detecting flow accelerated corrosion on elbows […]
Tagged in: -
O&M
Managing Thermal Quench Damage at Power Plants
Attemperation equipment is necessary to control steam temperatures at many power plants. However, when the equipment functions improperly or the design is flawed, thermal quenching/shock can damage piping
-
O&M
Eddy Current Tube Inspections Efficiently Find Defects
Eddy current testing is a well-established method of nondestructive testing that is used to examine nonferrous/nonmagnetic materials such as condenser and heat exchanger tubes in power generation plants. Eddy current testing reveals discontinuities in tubing, provides plant engineers with an accurate assessment of a unit’s condition, and is a tool for predicting the remaining useful […]
Tagged in: