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Ultrasonic testing is a proven method of non-destructive testing that provides the ability to detect small internal and surface flaws in various exotic alloys and/or composite materials.  Our immersion systems consist of large tanks with 5' diameter turntables.  These methods detect flaws as small as .002". No inspection requirement is too big or too small for Aerospace Testing Lab.  We accept all challenges!

Magnetic particle inspection is performed on ferrous alloys to locate both surface and sub-surface flaws.  This method utilizes electromagnetism produced from electrical current to generate north and south poles within the test article, similar to that of a standard magnet.  Extremely fine fluorescent particles of iron suspended in solution cover the test part. When viewed with the black (ultraviolet) light, flaws will present themselves as bright, fine, sharp indications.

Fluorescent penetrant testing is performed on ferrous and non-ferrous alloys to locate those flaws which are open to the surface.  Fluorescent dyes are utilized to locate those flaws in test specimens which when viewed with the aid of a black (ultraviolet) light will expose themselves to varying degrees.  Water wash and post-emulsification systems are used depending on customer requirements.  Forgings, castings, welds, brazes, and extrusions are some of the materials which are tested on a daily basis.

Unlike the immersion method, contact testing is normally used on complex geometry parts such as blades, vanes, fabricated parts and composite materials consisting of welds and/or brazes. 

Eddy current inspection is utilized to locate surface and near-surface flaws.  Technicians monitor reading equipment on such test articles as jet engine blades and large engine shrouds.  Semi-automated contour following advanced C-scan and data acquisition capability allows us to test a large variety of major rotor components such as hubs, seals, discs and shafts.

Aerospace Testing Lab maintains an approved passivation system for most prime contractor needs.  Both aircraft and commercial requirements are met in providing for noncorrosive stainless steels. We also handle alkaline cleaning and acid cleaning.

As our customers needs change so do ours and in order for us to stay a cut above the rest we're always encouraging and exploring new applications and technologies for Non-destructive testing.

Possible future endeavors:

Safer X - ray testing technology 

New Fluorescent and Magnetic dye  

Phased array testing

Infrared and Thermal testing capabilities

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