Nondestructive Ultrasonic Imaging Improves Pipeline Joint Coating Testing
Posted: 2026-1-5Long-distance oil and gas pipelines are commonly applied with three-layer polyethylene (3PE) anti-corrosion coatings, and the matching joint coating material is radiation-crosslinked polyethylene heat-shrinkable tape, which consists of a double-layer material of a substrate and a hot-melt adhesive layer.1 Polyethylene joint coating is a key measure to ensure the long-term safe and reliable service of oil and gas pipelines, and its bonding quality is directly related to the corrosion protection effect of the...Read More.
Aging Industrial Infrastructure Raises Safety Concerns as Welding Inspections Spike 41%
Posted: 2026-1-5Industrial welding inspections across the United States have increased by 41% over the past several years, according to a convergence of federal safety data, engineering boards, and industrial maintenance reports, signaling growing concern over the condition of the nation’s aging industrial infrastructure.
From refineries and food processing plants to power generation facilities and cement operations, much of America’s industrial backbone was constructed between the 1950s and 1980s. Today, those systems ...Read More.
Georgia Southern Student Advances Rail Ultrasonic Testing
Posted: 2026-1-5Every day, 40,000 cars cross the I-40 Hernando DeSoto bridge between Memphis, Tennessee, and Arkansas. The bridge, built in 1973, was made of corrugated metal and twisted steel, towering above the muddy banks of the Mississippi River.
In 2021, a worker with the Arkansas Department of Transportation discovered a major crack in one of the steel support beams during a routine inspection. The fracture was so severe that the bridge was closed for three months for emergency repairs, costing approximately $10 ...Read More.
Fiberscope Introduces the SOLO PRO+ ExZ1 Explosion-Proof Pipe Inspection Camera for Hazardous Environments
Posted: 2025-12-3This year, Fiberscope has added the SOLO PRO+ ExZ1 explosion-proof pipe inspection camera to its line-up of pipe inspection systems. An advanced pipe inspection camera system certified to stringent ATEX Zone 1 standards for safe operation in potentially explosive environments. This new system introduced a critical safety solution for the oil, gas, and mining sectors, enabling operators to conduct high-resolution pipeline surveys in hazardous locations without the risk of ignition or the need for extensive s...Read More.
Baugh & Weedon release the LumaFlux 4D: A New Benchmark in MPI Testing
Posted: 2025-12-3Baugh & Weedon, a leading manufacturer of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) instrumentation, is proud to announce the launch of the LumaFlux 4D, the next evolution of its highly successful LumaFlux 3D meter. Building on the proven reliability and dual-function capability of the 3D model, the new LumaFlux 4D introduces expanded functionality and enhanced operational modes designed to streamline Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) workflows and improve data confidence.
The original LumaFlux 3D combined a Dual U...Read More.
ETher NDE Launches PockET: A Breakthrough in Ultra-Portable Eddy Current Flaw Detection
Posted: 2025-12-3ETher NDE is proud to announce the release of PockET, a next-generation single-channel eddy current flaw detector designed to deliver exceptional inspection performance in a compact, pocket-sized form. Combining advanced eddy current capability with true portability, PockET allows technicians to perform professional-grade inspections anywhere, without the bulk and weight of traditional instruments.
Weighing just 321 grams, the PockET slips easily into "your" pocket or tool pouch, making it ideal for fiel...Read More.
Acoustic Imaging Provides Early Warning to Prevent Wind Turbine Gearbox Failures
Posted: 2025-12-2Acoustic imaging offers a powerful early warning solution, enabling operators to detect issues before they escalate and keep turbines running efficiently.
For any government, sourcing energy involves complex decisions that extend beyond logistics, finance, and environmental considerations to include geopolitical factors. While all of these elements have influenced the rapid expansion of wind turbines worldwide, environmental and geopolitical concerns have been particularly instrumental in driving their s...Read More.
Assessing the Controlling Thickness at Corroded Areas in Tanks
Posted: 2025-12-1Corrosion in carbon-steel tank shells can develop in multiple forms and with varying severity. Material loss may occur uniformly across broad areas of the shell or may be concentrated in more localized zones. Localized attack, including pitting, is also common.
Because each corrosion pattern behaves differently, every affected area must be evaluated individually, and a detailed inspection is required to characterize the corrosion mechanism and its extent before any repair strategy is developed. In...Read More.
SCANOLOGY 3D Scanning Devices Target Reverse Engineering Applications
Posted: 2025-12-1SCANOLOGY, a global leader in providing comprehensive 3D solutions, today announced the launch of its innovative lightweight portable 3D scanning devices, which offer unprecedented precision and portability for reverse engineering, product design, and quality control applications. These advanced 3D scanners are designed to meet the growing demands of industries such as aerospace, automotive, heavy industry, medical, and more, bringing powerful, accurate scanning technology to the fingertips of engineers, de...Read More.
Automated Weld Defect Detection Using Gated Attention
Posted: 2025-12-1Welding, a widely employed technology for metal joining, is paramount in ensuring the quality and safety of critical infrastructure. However, inspecting weld defects is crucial to preventing disasters, and traditional manual methods are prone to errors, particularly in areas with limited accessibility. To address these drawbacks, researchers seek intelligent systems that replace tedious manual inspections and reduce human errors. Although Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) methods using sensor technology ha...Read More.
