TacTic® Series

Flexible, Accurate, and Low Cost.

TacTic® Series

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Standards: AMS 2164, AMS 2631, NAS 824, MIL-T-16420K, TS9074-AS-GIB-010/271

In 2022, MAC® expanded its capabilities with the acquisition of TacTic®, formerly a division of Laboratory Testing Inc. This strategic move allowed MAC to broaden its product offerings for automated and specialized “spin-the-tube” ultrasonic immersion test systems—engineered to detect both surface and subsurface defects(longitudinal and transverse) in tube and bar.

Long recognized as a cost-effective choice for metal producers and inspection labs for their ability to achieve the highest performing ultrasonic examinations over a wide diameter range of materials. Only TacTic® offers a single system capable to test from 1/8" to 6" making them ideal for processing material with frequent diameter changes. TacTic® has earned a reputation for the highest testing performance coupled with flexibility, reliability, and ease of use.  

Now, after three years of research and customer feedback, MAC proudly introduces the second generation of TacTic® test systems-bringing enhanced accuracy, improved operation, and better material handling to the proven original design.

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What’s in a TacTic® System

A TacTic® system is a semi-automated ultrasonic immersion testing solution designed for versatility across a range of tube and bar materials. Unlike fully automated rotary systems, TacTic® provides greater mechanical flexibility at a lower cost, relying on manual setup and execution where needed.

Typical TacTic® System Includes:

  • Immersion test tank with PLC-controlled water system
  • Drive units and follower rolls with adjustable pitch
  • Premium centering benches for inlet and outlet alignment
  • Automated defect marking unit
  • Advanced PLC control panel (Siemens or ABB)
  • Gentle material handling features for scratch prevention
  • Micrometer pitch memory device
  • Sorting and batching mechanisms for varying tube/bar sizes

Key Upgrades Customers Will Appreciate

The upgraded TacTic® systems feature enhancements designed to improve testing speed, precision, and ease of operation

  • Semi-Automated Key Operations – Reducing manual adjustments while maintaining control flexibility.
  • Premium Centering & Handling – Triple benches at inlet and outlet keep material consistently centered.
  • Gentle Material Transfer – Soft-touch conveyor surfaces prevent scratches during loading and unloading.
  • PLC-Adjustable Loading Slope – Accommodates diameter differences quickly.
  • Upgraded PLC (Siemens or ABB) - Centralized control for the test line.
  • Automated Height Adjustment – Drive units and followers raise/lower via PLC.
  • Grouped Controls – Simplified loading, unloading, and sorting operations
  • Pitch Setting Memory – Micrometer device records and recalls manual pitchsettings.
  • Improved Drive MotorAccess – Individual conveyor roll motors.
  • End-to-End Water Efficiency – Automated conveyor butts tube ends together to minimize water loss.
  • PLC Controlled Water System – Automated level control to prevent tank overflow.
  • Uniform Pitch Control – Single setting adjusts all bottom rollers simultaneously; top pinch rollers feature APC (Automated Pitch Control).
  • In-Line Defect Marking – Automatically marks defects without stopping the test (within 150 mm)

The TacTic® Models

TacTic® Test Systems Model 77E TesterTacTic® Test Systems Model 77E Tester
TacTic® Test Systems Model 77E Tester

Ultrasonic Inspection Systems for Flat-Sided Material Squares, Rectangles, Hexagonals, Strip

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TacTic® Test Systems Model 76F & G “Heavy Duty” TestersTacTic® Test Systems Model 76F & G “Heavy Duty” Testers
TacTic® Test Systems Model 76F & G “Heavy Duty” Testers

“Heavy Duty” Testers are powered either by a 7.5 HP motor (76F) or by a 10 HP motor (76G).

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TacTic® Test Systems Model 76E “Standard Duty” TesterTacTic® Test Systems Model 76E “Standard Duty” Tester
TacTic® Test Systems Model 76E “Standard Duty” Tester

Model 76E “Standard Duty” Testers feature tanks with an inside length from 6″ to 30″ (150-760 mm).

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TacTic® Test Systems Model 600 & 600H Series “Standard” and “Heavy Duty” Idler SectionsTacTic® Test Systems Model 600 & 600H Series “Standard” and “Heavy Duty” Idler Sections
TacTic® Test Systems Model 600 & 600H Series “Standard” and “Heavy Duty” Idler Sections

These rugged conveyor sections are placed at each end of a tester to provide good support for incoming and outgoing pieces.

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