News
21/08/2015 NDT Engineering Technician Apprenticeship gains approval
The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) has announced the successful government approval of a new apprenticeship standard for non-destructive testing (NDT).
18/08/2015 ‘Diamond Award’ for innovative shearography solutions
At an official ceremony at the press centre of the Polish Ministry of Defense on 18 June 2015, Dantec Dynamics received a ‘Diamond Award’.
17/08/2015 Theta Technologies presents innovative technique at UK’s premier NDT event
Unlike traditional ultrasonic systems, Theta Technologies’ non-destructive evaluation (NDE) process interprets the non-linear acoustic response of materials and components in order to characterise their properties and detect potential flaws at a very early stage – before the material degradation is visible on the surface or, in some cases, is detectable by any other means.
14/08/2015 Silverwing announces appointment of new Group Sales Director
Silverwing UK Limited has announced the appointment of Jim Costain as Group Sales Director. With over 25 years’ experience in the NDT industry, Jim brings valuable expertise to a fast-growing technology company that is looking to expand into new markets and bring new technology to the industry.
13/08/2015 Rising numbers for BINDT Aerospace events
In April 2015 at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in Sheffield, the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) Aerospace Committee held its most successful Aerospace Event (formerly the Aerospace Forum) to date. With over 122 delegates at the event itself, plus additional visitors to the one-day exhibition, the event organisers, participants and Institute as a whole were extremely pleased with the success of the event, particularly as it has progressed so rapidly over such a small period of time.
12/08/2015 Baugh & Weedon introduces new portable MPI bench unit
Baugh & Weedon has announced the introduction of a new portable bench unit (PBU) to its exisitng range of magnetic particle inspection (MPI) benches.
11/08/2015 Argyll-Ruane celebrates 30th anniversary with move to new facility
This year, Argyll-Ruane (ARL), owned by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), is celebrating its 30th anniversary and will be moving to new premises at Sheffield Business Park.
10/08/2015 Bloodhound SSC’s fuel tank undergoes non-destructive testing
In 2016, the Bloodhound SuperSonic Car (SSC) will attempt to match or exceed 1000 mph in order to achieve a new land-speed record. Before the record is attempted, a number of test-firings will take place in the UK using the high-test peroxide (HTP) fuel tank designed and manufactured by ABC Stainless Ltd, a Peterborough-based fabrication company. A vessel such at this, designed with pressure-containing welds on the exterior, must be tested for defects prior to use; a crucial step in ensuring the integrity of the tank before it is put under any pressure.
07/08/2015 LEP deal launches plans for large-scale test facility at TWI
Plans to expand TWI capabilities in large-scale engineering testing have been boosted with the Greater Cambridge Greater Peterborough Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) awarding the organisation £1.75 m from the Government’s Growth Deal to develop new capabilities at its laboratories at Granta Park, Cambridge.
06/08/2015 New facilities come out of the pipeline
Pipelines International magazine Editor-in-Chief John Tiratsoo officially opened the new extension to the company offices in front of staff and specially-invited industry colleagues. The additional floor space contains a training suite, reception area and a number of meeting rooms. In addition, and in keeping with MACAW’s environmental policy, the firm has supplied a custom-built changing room complete with showers for those staff who regularly cycle to work.
05/08/2015 DNV wins frame agreement with Wintershall Norge AS
DNV GL, a technical advisor to the oil & gas industry, has been selected by Wintershall Norge AS to provide a frame agreement for global inspection services for its offshore developments in Norway. The overall contract is expected to exceed NOK 10 m (approximately USD 1.2 m).
04/08/2015 Intertek performs weld inspection for world-famous sculptor
Intertek, a leading provider of quality solutions worldwide, has been providing welding expertise to the studio of the world-famous sculptor Antony Gormley.
03/08/2015 Oceaneering opens new Validation and Competency Centre in Swansea
Oceaneering Asset Integrity, which serves a global market from its base in Swansea, has officially opened its new Validation and Competency Centre, said to be one of the most technically advanced facilities of its kind in the world.
