The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) provides a well-recognized certification program for NDT personnel, offering several levels and methods of certification.
NDT Inspection Blog
Radiographic Testing
Radiographic testing is kind of like taking an X-ray of something, but instead of looking at bones, it’s often used to see inside objects like metal pipes or parts of pipelines, pressure vessels and various structural components.
NDT Challenges
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) organizations and technicians face ongoing challenges in many areas. 1. Technological Advancements: Keeping pace with rapid technological advancements is a significant challenge. As new methods and equipment are developed, NDT professionals must continually update...
APi NDT Certifications
Standards & Training, Inspection & Testing
API (American Petroleum Institute) offers several certifications for Nondestructive Testing (NDT) technicians, particularly those working in the oil and gas industry. These certifications ensure that inspectors are competent and have a proper understanding of industry standards and practices. 1....
Breaking Down the Basics: A Lesson in Asset Reliability
Before you go marching down to your reliability engineers and ask questions like, “What are the top 10 worst performing assets in our production line?”, it’s important to know the actual difference between an asset and reliability. These two terms are used often in our field, and many times we...