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Application of Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) for the Heavy Fabrication Industry
The heavy fabrication industry forms the backbone of various sectors, crafting massive and intricate structures like pressure vessels, boilers, and building components. These fabricated giants play a crucial role in diverse applications, but their immense size and complexity necessitate rigorous quality checks to ensure safety and adherence to regulations. Traditional inspection methods often have limitations, but advancements in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) offer a superior solution.
Our client, a leading engineering company in India, faced challenges in maintaining competitiveness while adhering to strict quality and safety standards, particularly as the complexity of fabricated components increased. The main challenges included:
To address our client’s challenges, we proposed a tailored solution centered around our advanced PAUT Equipment Model Omniscan X3, which is equipped with a state-of-the-art TFM/FMC algorithm for precise defect characterization. The Omniscan X3 has advanced capabilities for handling the complexity of large, intricate structures, which are crucial, especially while ensuring the quality of inspections in industries like our client’s.
Secondly, we provided comprehensive training on the TFM/FMC algorithm to ensure that the client’s team could effectively utilize the equipment’s advanced features for superior defect detection. Additionally, our team ensured that an automatic mechanical scanner was integrated into their workflow, significantly enhancing inspection efficiency, and reducing manual labor, thereby lowering inspection times and costs.
