The Importance of Nondestructive Testing (NDT)
The ATS Family of Companies offers nondestructive testing (NDT) Level III services to clients whose operations depend on the safety and reliability of their equipment. NDT enables comprehensive inspections that swiftly and effectively detect abnormalities — those too small to be seen unaided, or even those hidden below the material’s surface — ensuring that no underlying issue goes unnoticed. NDT Level III Services play an essential role in minimizing downtime and reducing associated costs by verifying the condition of client equipment and enabling corrective action before failures occur.
All certified technicians can leverage NDT to:
- Assess equipment integrity.
- Identify defects or irregularities.
- Empower clients to make informed decisions regarding usage, maintenance, or quality assurance.
NDT employs various techniques, including visual testing (VT), ultrasonic testing (UT), penetrant testing (PT), magnetic particle testing (MT), and radiography testing (RT), to examine materials and structures for potential defects without inflicting any damage. These methods enable technicians to effectively detect, locate, and evaluate any defects or irregularities present in the material or component under examination.
NDT Level III Services and Capabilities
NDT Level III represents the highest recognized level of expertise in the field. Beyond their ability to apply the techniques above, Level III technicians can perform the following:
- Developing and Qualifying Procedures: Creating and approving NDT procedures to ensure industry compliance and project needs.
- Training and Supervising: Training and overseeing Level I and Level II personnel to enhance NDT team proficiency.
- Interpreting Results: Analyzing and reporting NDT inspection outcomes, making critical decisions based on their findings.
NDT Level III Industries
While NDT is primarily utilized on large, stationary assets within industrial environments like storage tanks, pressure vessels, and piping, NDT Level III services support a wide range of industries, including:
Aerospace: Guaranteeing the integrity of essential components while adhering to strict safety regulations.
Automotive: Evaluating welds and materials to uphold quality and safety in vehicle production.
Power Generation: Performing comprehensive internal and external inspections of turbines and piping systems to detect in-service damage, thereby reducing failure risks and demonstrating our commitment to the power generation sector.
Manufacturing and Construction: Examining structural integrity and material properties to avert failures and ensure safety.
Dedicated to Quality
ATS recognizes that extended turnaround times lead to increased downtime, which is why we emphasize efficient completion of NDT to help our clients resume operations as quickly as possible. For Nondestructive Testing needs, whether you require Level III consulting to develop and sustain your quality control process or Level II technicians for lab or on-site testing, contact ATS today. Request a complimentary quote by completing the webform above or call (888) 287-5227.
