| MAC has installed a number of large, automated multiple test systems that combine different ndt technologies with automatic controls to govern the operation, timing and activation of the tester and the mechanics for handling the test material.
A typical ndt system for inspecting stainless steel tubing, for example, might include:
An Echomac® ultrasonic test for detecting transverse or longitudinal flaws and wall thickness
An ERICä eddy current test for detecting weldline defects
A Varimac® electromagnetic comparator for checking alloy
Automatic markers
Drive mechanisms
Feed tables with accept and reject pockets
Using MAC's "Learn Drive", "auto-diameter" and other features, the system can "learn" the diameter of the material, the production line speed and other characteristics, and program itself to automatically time the activation of the test probes or transducers and the operation of the mechanics which position and move the test material through the inspection process. This allows for highly automated non-destructive testing in an industrial environment.
Contact MAC at info@mac-ndt.com to have a Field Engineer visit your plant and discuss an integrated, automatic inspection system for your product.
 
The picture shown above (left) is a complex system for detecting changes in grade, internal, subsurface defects, and short intermittent surface defects in carbon steel hex or round bar 5/16" to 1-3/8" diameter. Included are an Echomac ultrasonic system, a MAC 200 eddy current equipment, dual channel Rotobartester, and a production Comparator.
Above (right) is a 17' long automated eddy current inspection system that incorporates auto-diameter, learn drive and many other features. |
