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Subtech's Inspections Division offers a wide range of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and inspection services, with particular experience in special surveys and class renewal surveys. Subtech is accredited with all of the major classification societies.
Our reports are colour coded and easily understood, including detailed photographs facilitating first-hand assessment of the condition of the vessel in question. Our aim is to ensure that our clients are equipped with all the information necessary to make informed decisions regarding their assets.
Subtech's Inspections Division offers the following services:
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Ultrasonic Thickness Measurements (UTM): Determines plate thickness on steel structures ranging from a ship's hull to oil rigs and platforms.
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Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT): A method of checking for surface flaws as well as sub-surface (5mm) flaws on ferrous materials e.g. castings, welding, turbo casings etc.
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Dye-Penetrant Inspection (PT): A method of checking for surface opening flaws on non-ferrous, ferrous and non-porous materials.
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Ultrasonic Flaw Detection (UT): A method of detecting flaws within the material, i.e. in welding defects, laminations in plating using ultrasound techniques backed by Krautkamer USM & Sonatest UT machines.
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Radiographic Testing (X-Ray) (RT): We use the latest technology in radiography, by incorporating electronically operated X-Ray machines with digital scanning of image plates to allow quicker processing time and are able to email the X-Ray images directly to the client.
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Vacuum Box Testing (VT): This method uses a vacuum pressure box and soapy solution to pressure test weld seams in order to locate possible leaks.
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Anchor Chain Calibration (AC): A method of checking the wastage of chain links using precision vernier calipers (under no tension) or ultrasonic methods (under tension).
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Close Circuit Television (CCTV): This method is used for the video recording of areas located at height, used in conjunction with rope access techniques, or using an 8mm camera to record hard to reach locations such as inside engine components.
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Rope Access (RA): All the above mentioned services can be used in conjunction with rope access technicians to carry out the work at height or inaccessible areas.
Please refer to our "Past projects" page to view our portfolio of completed projects.
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