In this weeks article, Nondestructive testing for stainless steel tube and bar: When, what and how? (Part one of two), by Joseph Baldauff, Vice President of Technology at Magnetic Analysis Corp., we delve into the swift growth of when NDTs need to be used. More and more makers of stainless steel products are finding they must insist on the highest quality possible raw stock for their production needs. In part one, Baldauff explores the different topics such as NDT systems and their characteristics.
NDT systems come in many different configurations and forms. Some of these systems are more costly than others. Low cost is not always the best choice, Baldauff explains. Each NDT supplier has what can be considered as a unique approach. Choice of the NDT supplier/configuration is almost like picking a mate for marriage. There are pros and cons to any partner and any NDT configuration. Some are more expensive than others. The expensive ones can pay returns but not always.
For the full article please email Catarina Muia at c.muia@kci-world.com for the PDF.