Non-Destructive Testing Instruments

The Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) of materials is of great importance in the sphere of structural and mechanical component analysis. The components are to be tested non-destructively to ensure secure and long-term stable use. The test makes it possible to detect errors in the material which bring to the failure of components and equipment later when the final product is used, and thus, cause the downtime of the facilities and systems. The great advantage of non-destructive testing is that the components are not destroyed during testing and thus only defective parts are sorted out and rejected. Non-destructive tests are performed in a manner that does not affect the future usefulness of the object or material being tested hence, the name non-destructive. NDT allows for careful and thorough materials evaluation without the need for deconstruction or damage.

Non-Destructive Testing Instruments can be used after a part or material is made for quality control purposes and it is often used at various points in a parts or material life cycle. NDT performed while materials are in use can detect service-related conditions caused by wear, fatigue, corrosion, stress, or other factors.