Using ultrasonic sound waves to identify structural flaws in metallic cylinders. Our Ultrasonic Examination (UE) test equipment makes it easy for operators to detect even the smallest defects in metallic cylinders without removing the valve or product!
UE is far superior to hydrostatic testing because it significantly reduces cost, cylinder downtime and water consumption. Our UE machines use ultrasonic sound waves to identify even the most minute structural flaws
They far outperform other test methods with their accuracy, efficiency and versatility
They test a wide array of cylinder sizes – from 3.2” to 10.5” (8.1cm to 26.7cm) in diameter and from 8” to 66” (20.3cm to 1.68m) in height
During UE testing, a transducer produces an ultrasonic beam that hits the inner wall of a cylinder and then reflects back to a receiver up to a thousand times a second. The returned echo produces an image of a defect, if one is present.
As ultrasonic scanning continues through a cylinder from top to bottom, a two-dimensional picture (much like an X-ray) is produced of the wall of the cylinder. At the same time, the scan reveals the amplitude (voltage) versus time of the actual waveforms – like an oscilloscope display. This allows operators to analyze whether there are structural integrity issues or not.
Ensure your cylinders are safe, compliant, and ready for service—without the hassle.
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