testing
Each tube is individually tested with an inspection probe attached to an Eddy Current Oscilloscope. This inspection process allows for determination of a defect's severity and internal/external location along the length and/or circumference of the tube. The amount of signal deflection on the test instrument monitor measures the volume of metal loss as compared to a calibration standard. A tube bundle map and strip charts provide a permanent record.
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ANALYSTS
Our analysts have been extensively trained and certified in accordance to guidelines established by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT). Each analyst has a comprehensive working knowledge of the Eddy Current testing procedures, test equipment and materials being inspected, which allows for immediate, reliable and accurate test results.
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EQUIPMENT
Our test equipment includes the UniWest 454 EddyView digital oscilloscope paired with custom-made cross-axial absolute-hybrid bobbin probes. As the name suggests our cross-axial probes are specifically designed to inspect tubes both longitudinally and laterally simultaneously. This configuration allows for a wide variety of flaw detection, such as small internal or external pits, larger areas of gradual internal or external metal loss, wear at the support sheets and radial flaws.
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FINAL REPORT
- With each Eddy Current Test a detailed report is generated, which provides precise evaluation data to determine the current state of the tested vessel.
- The report also establishes baseline data for future comparison; helpful in estimating damage patterns and identifying specific changes in the tube environment.
- Each report is thoroughly reviewed by a Level III analyst to ensure accuracy.
- Recommendations are based on decades of testing experience.
- A typical report provides all relevant test information including, but not limited to, color coded tube maps for each vessel tested, strip-chart graphs with relevant information highlighted, calibration and test equipment settings and recommendations.
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