Ultrasonic examination is a method of testing materials using sound waves to find defects in materials. This can be done through either or both sides of an object or even on one side only when the opposite side is inaccessible. Testing is important for many types of materials to go through to find defects, cracks, or […]
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What To Know About Magnetic Particle Testing
Technology has come such a long way, and there are now more testing types and technologies than ever before. Magnetic particle testing is one such technology that has made the pipeline inspection easier than ever before. It is helpful to know what this type of testing is and what it might be used for in […]
Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Ultrasonic Examination
Ultrasonic testing is a specialized examination process used in the manufacturing, automotive, and medical industries. The following discusses the testing, how it’s used, and what one would have to do to acquire test equipment. What is ultrasonic testing? Ultrasonic testing is a type of testing referred to as non-destructive. Specialists call it non-destructive because people […]
What to Know about the ANSI
The world we live in needs some rules and regulations to make sure that everything is working properly. That’s where ANSI comes in. ANSI is the American National Standards Institute, and they are responsible for creating standards for products, services, and systems in the United States. What Is ANSI? The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) […]
Federal DOT Inspection: What’s Involved?
DOT inspections are required for all CMVs (commercial motor vehicles) weighing over 10,000 pounds. The Department of Transportation must complete this type of inspection to ensure that the CMV is safe to operate. This guide will introduce you to what’s involved in a federal DOT inspection. Inspections are categorized into six levels. Level 1- North […]