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Foundational inspection methods that support compliance and confident decisions

Core NDT techniques are widely used as the first step in understanding asset condition. By providing reliable insight into surface and internal conditions, these methods help establish a baseline for inspection planning, identify areas requiring further evaluation, and support run-repair-replace decisions throughout an asset’s lifecycle.

Non-destructive testing allows inspection activities to be performed without taking equipment out of service or interrupting operations. By evaluating asset condition without dismantling or damaging components, Core NDT services help keep production moving while inspections are completed.

Unlike destructive testing, traditional NDT methods evaluate material and structural condition without compromising the integrity of the asset. This enables thorough inspection while maintaining the usability and service life of critical components and structures.

Many inspection requirements involve at-height, confined space, or subsea environments. MISTRAS NDT services incorporate rope access teams, certified unmanned system pilots, and trained divers to ensure assets in challenging locations can be inspected as frequently and reliably as required.

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Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Assessment of internal condition and wall thickness for critical components

Ultrasonic Testing is used to evaluate internal material condition and measure wall thickness. This method supports the identification of corrosion, cracking, and other internal features in components and structures without impacting serviceability.

Radiographic Testing (RT)

Radiographic Testing (RT)

Inspection of internal material condition using radiographic imaging

Radiographic Testing produces images of internal material condition to identify cracks, voids, and other internal flaws. RT is widely used for the inspection of welds and components where internal features must be evaluated and documented.

Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)

Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)

Detection of surface and near-surface cracks in ferromagnetic materials

Magnetic Particle Testing is used to detect surface and near-surface cracks in ferromagnetic materials. The method is commonly applied to welds, castings, and components where cracking may affect structural integrity.

Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)

Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)

Identification of surface cracks and flaws in non-porous materials

Liquid Penetrant Testing is used to locate surface cracks and flaws in non-porous materials. This method is commonly applied to welds, castings, and machined components to evaluate surface condition without damaging the part.

Visual Testing (VT)

Visual Testing (VT)

Examination of visible surface condition to identify damage or deterioration

Visual Testing involves the examination of visible surfaces to identify damage, corrosion, misalignment, or other surface conditions. VT is often performed as an initial inspection method or in support of other non-destructive testing techniques.

Digital Radiography (DR)

Digital Radiography (DR)

Radiographic inspection using digital imaging for efficient evaluation

Digital Radiography applies radiographic inspection using digital imaging rather than film. This approach enables efficient image review while maintaining reliable evaluation of internal material condition.

Eddy Current (ET)

Eddy Current (ET)

Evaluation of surface and near-surface material conditions in conductive components

Eddy Current Testing is used to inspect conductive materials to identify surface and near-surface defects, including cracking and corrosion. As ET probes do not need to directly contact the material, it is a useful inspection method for materials with complex shapes and sizes.

Positive Material Identification (PMI)

Positive Material Identification (PMI)

Verification of alloy chemistry and material type to confirm compliance

Positive Material Identification is used to verify alloy chemistry and material type to ensure materials meet specified requirements. PMI helps reduce the risk of incorrect material installation during fabrication, maintenance, or inspection activities.

Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) Inspections

Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL) Inspections

Identification of corrosion and wall loss in ferromagnetic assets

Magnetic Flux Leakage inspections are used to identify corrosion and wall loss in ferromagnetic materials. This method supports the evaluation of asset condition where metal loss may impact integrity.

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MISTRAS Field Services offers a comprehensive portfolio designed to protect your assets throughout their entire lifecycle. From traditional, advanced, and proprietary inspection solutions to access and industrial services, MISTRAS' integrated portfolio helps you Be A Step Ahead.

MISTRAS’ Core NDT Services provide the essential non-destructive inspection methods used to evaluate material and structural condition without damaging assets or disrupting operations.

Inspection & Testing Services deliver the inspection oversight, testing support, and technical resources required to support operations, projects, and maintenance activities.

MISTRAS delivers advanced inspection capabilities designed to evaluate complex materials, components, and geometries, supporting applications that require more detailed understanding of flaw presence and condition.

Damage Mechanisms Inspections provide insight into degradation behavior over time, supporting more informed inspection planning, monitoring strategies, and long-term integrity decisions.

Identify where corrosion is occurring, how it is distributed, and where potential wall loss may exist across assets where full point-by-point inspection is impractical.

Leverage sound-based inspection and monitoring techniques to evaluate asset condition without interrupting operations. These services are used to detect active damages such as leaks and corrosion, and assess structural or mechanical integrity risks

Remote Visual and Reality Capture services deliver accurate visual records and dimensional information that help teams better understand asset condition, geometry, and spatial relationships.

MISTRAS provides the skilled labor, technical support, and field execution capabilities required to support maintenance, construction, and operational activities across a range of industries.

MISTRAS provides the specialized methods and expertise required to reach assets located at-height, offshore, underwater, or in otherwise difficult-to-access environments.

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