NonDestructive Testing:
Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection
(FPI) is a type of dye penetrant inspection
in which a fluorescent dye is applied to the surface
of a non-porous material in order to detect defects
that may compromise the integrity or quality of
the part in question. The FPI is a non-destructive
test that ensures all components are free from
defects such as cracks, laps, and porosity.
Magnetic
Particle Inspection (MPI)
is NonDestructive Testing (NDT) process for detecting
surface and subsurface discontinuities in ferrous
materials. The process puts a magnetic field into
the part. The presence of a surface or subsurface
discontinuity in the material allows the magnetic
flux to leak. Ferrous iron particles are applied
to the part. If an area of flux leakage is present
the particles will be attracted to this area.
The particles will build up at the area of leakage
and form what is known as an indication. The indication
can then be evaluated to determine what it is,
what may have caused it, and what action should
be taken if any.
Our FPI line is supported by an internal system
and program qualified by on staff ASNT Level III
and
program qualified ASNT Level II technician.