North Star Imaging celebrates 40 years of innovation in industrial inspection
13/05/2026
North Star Imaging (NSI), a leading provider of industrial X-ray and computed tomography (CT) inspection solutions and a proud part of Illinois Tool Works Inc (ITW), has announced the celebration of its 40th anniversary. The milestone marks four decades of pioneering innovation, customer-focused service and industry leadership in non-destructive testing (NDT).
Founded in 1986, North Star Imaging began by bringing industrial X-ray technology to Midwest USA. Over the years, NSI has grown into a globally recognised leader in digital radiography and CT inspection systems, scanning services, training and support, helping manufacturers, aerospace companies, defence contractors and other industries achieve more accurate, faster and more reliable inspections of critical components.
“This 40-year milestone is a testament to the dedication of our team and the trust our customers have placed in us,” said Rebecca Rudolph, General Manager, NSI. “From our earliest days, we have been driven by a simple goal: to help our customers meet challenging inspection requirements by enabling informed, critical decisions in their most complex manufacturing environments. As we look ahead, that commitment remains at the core of everything we do.”
As a part of the ITW family of companies, a Fortune 200 global industrial leader known for innovation, operational excellence and customer-focused solutions, NSI combines the agility, flexibility and customer responsiveness that clients value with the strength, stability and resources of a world-class organisation. This partnership enables continued investment in advanced inspection technology, the ability to scale solutions worldwide, collaboration across industries to drive innovation and long-term resources to support customers with unparalleled service and collaboration.
As NSI enters its next chapter, the company remains focused on delivering cutting-edge X-ray and CT solutions backed by the expertise and resources of ITW. With a continued emphasis on quality, innovation and customer partnership, North Star Imaging is uniquely positioned to meet the evolving inspection needs of industries worldwide.
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