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NDT & Inspection Blog
Expert insights, guides and advice on Non-Destructive Testing, equipment inspection and asset integrity.
Signs Your EWP Needs InspectionElevated work platforms take heavy punishment. Here are the warning signs that your EWP needs inspection before it becomes a safety risk.
What Causes Fatigue Cracks?Fatigue cracking is the leading cause of structural failure in cyclically-loaded equipment. Learn what causes it and how NDT detects it early.
Common Crane Defects and How to Catch ThemFrom structural cracks to worn sheaves, these are the most common crane defects — and the inspection methods that detect them.
Understanding Ultrasonic TestingUltrasonic testing is one of the most powerful NDT methods. Here's how it works and where it's used.
Understanding Eddy Current TestingEddy current testing finds surface cracks fast — even through paint. Here's how it works and why it's ideal for EWPs and cranes.
Why Councils Require NDTLocal councils operate diverse fleets and assets. Here's why NDT and equipment inspection are essential for compliance and safety.
How Utility Companies Use NDTUtilities depend on reliable equipment to keep essential services running. Here's how NDT keeps their fleets and assets safe.
How to Prepare Equipment for InspectionA little preparation makes inspections faster and more effective. Here's how to get your equipment ready.
Top 10 Weld DefectsWelds are only as strong as their defects allow. Here are the ten most common weld defects and how they're detected.
Preventing Equipment FailureMost equipment failures are preventable. Here's how planned inspection stops small defects becoming catastrophic failures.
The Cost of Ignoring Structural CracksA small crack ignored today can become a catastrophic failure tomorrow. Here's the real cost of inaction.
Major Inspection ExplainedWhat is a major inspection, when is it required, and what does it involve? Here's the plain-English guide.
EWP Compliance GuideEverything owners and operators need to know about keeping elevated work platforms compliant under AS 2550.10.
Crane Inspection GuideA practical guide to crane inspection requirements, intervals and what inspectors look for under AS 2550.
Engineering Certification ExplainedWhat engineering certification is, when you need it, and how it links inspection to compliance.
Crack Detection Methods ComparedMPI, dye penetrant, eddy current or ultrasonic? Here's how to choose the right crack detection method.
Structural Steel Inspection GuideWhat structural steel inspection covers, which standards apply, and when you need it.
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