Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Why Facilities Trust This Critical Inspection Tool

When your plant relies on reliable machinery, undetected damage can spell disaster. That’s why so many facilities invest in non-destructive testing (NDT)—a key part of any predictive maintenance strategy.

NDT allows you to assess the condition of your equipment without interrupting operations or damaging any components. It’s used to detect internal flaws, cracks, corrosion, and material fatigue in everything from welds and pressure vessels to piping systems and heat exchangers. In short, it keeps your plant productive and your people safe.

Why Book an NDT Inspection?

Whether you're managing a food plant, energy facility, or manufacturing operation, NDT inspections help you:

• Identify hidden defects before failure

• Avoid costly unplanned downtime

• Support compliance with safety standards

• Extend the lifespan of critical assets

• Plan smarter maintenance and repairs

  
  

Here’s how real companies benefited from our equipment testing services:

How NDT Helped Avoid Major Issues

1. Manufacturing Facility – Fatigue in Welded Crane Supports

A medium-sized manufacturing plant scheduled a routine NDT inspection for its overhead crane systems. We found early-stage fatigue cracks in high-stress weld zones. These defects weren’t visible externally. By acting early, the client avoided a potential structural failure and costly equipment replacement, proving the power of preventative maintenance.

2. Food Processing Plant – Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI)

Corrosion isn’t always visible, especially under insulation. A major food processor suspected CUI on the steam lines feeding their production floor. We tested to confirm wall thinning in an aging section of piping. Repairs were completed during planned downtime, avoiding what could have been a disruptive rupture during peak production.

3. New Construction and Repairs -Adherence to Codes and Standards

In a lot of industries, NDT is mandatory to adhere to construction or repairs by code.  For example, API, CSA, and ASME Code.  The NDT Methods follow a standard that is developed by the customer, and this work is mandatory to ensure safety and that the project is completed without any cut corners.

Keep Your Facility Running Smoothly with NDT

Non-Destructive Testing is a vital tool in modern predictive maintenance, giving you the insights you need to act early, stay compliant, and keep operations smooth.

Don’t wait for a failure to find a flaw. Schedule your NDT inspection with Predict Industrial Reliability and gain peace of mind that your equipment is safe, sound, and ready to perform.

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Predict Industrial Reliability Team

Ontario, Canada