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Eddy Current Testing
A versatile NDT solution
Embrace the transformative power of Eddy Current Testing (ECT) and safeguard the integrity of your critical assets and equipment with BES Group’s unparalleled expertise. This versatile and powerful Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) method unveils the hidden strengths and potential weaknesses of your materials, ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of your operations across diverse industries.
ECT harnesses the remarkable principles of electromagnetic induction to detect and characterise surface and subsurface flaws in conductive materials with exceptional precision.
Imagine a probe coil, gently gliding over the surface of your test part, while an alternating current pulses through its core. This intricate dance generates an alternating magnetic field, triggering a cascade of eddy currents within the material. These invisible currents, confined to closed loops around the probe coil, serve as sensitive sentinels of material integrity.
Should a defect, such as a crack or void, dare to disrupt the graceful flow of eddy currents, a tell-tale signal emerges. The probe coil, acting as a vigilant observer, detects this disruption, translating it into a voltage signal that bears the indelible fingerprint of the defect. The size and shape of this signal provide invaluable insights into the nature and location of the defect.
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A versatile NDT Solution for Critical Industries
Eddy Current Testing's adaptability extends far beyond its ability to identify surface flaws.
It seamlessly delves into the depths of materials, exposing subsurface imperfections with unwavering precision. This unique capability makes ECT a preferred choice for inspecting materials that are challenging to access, such as those concealed within pipes or vessels.
The versatility of ECT resonates across industries that demand unwavering precision and unwavering safety. Aerospace, automotive, electrical, power generation, manufacturing, and oil and gas sectors all rely on ECT to safeguard their critical assets.
At BES Group, we embody the essence of NDT expertise, with a team of industry-experienced technicians who are meticulously trained and equipped with the latest qualifications. Our state-of-the-art NDT laboratory ensures that our services are delivered with unwavering efficiency and speed, reaching our customers across the UK with the utmost dedication.
Key benefits of Eddy Current Testing
Versatile
ECT can be used to inspect a wide variety of conductive materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
Non-hazardous
ECT is safer than other testing methods, as it doesn’t use radiation or hazardous chemicals, making it ideal for inspecting components that are in use or under pressure.
Fast and efficient
ECT can be used to inspect large areas quickly, and has a quick and efficient set up time.
Versatile
ECT can be used to inspect a wide variety of conductive materials, including metals, plastics, and composites.
Non-hazardous
ECT is safer than other testing methods, as it doesn’t use radiation or hazardous chemicals, making it ideal for inspecting components that are in use or under pressure.
Fast and efficient
ECT can be used to inspect large areas quickly, and has a quick and efficient set up time.
Hear what our customers have to say
We care about the journey we take our customers on, but it’s not our word you should be taking, see what our customers think of the service we provided!
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We have been with BES for the past 5 years and don’t plan on switching providers. They are very flexible with their services and are able to bring the best inspectors who can deal with on the ground challenges and build real relationships with clients.
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Customer
Global Technical Services Manager
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BES is a really disruptive force in the market, they are able to provide a variety of necessary services to their customers and none of the other big players are able to provide that breadth of services.
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Industry competitor
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The BES inspectors are way more technically competent and diligent compared to other providers. I previously used Allianz, and BES definitely stands out due to their strong technical competence and strong back office support.
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Customer
Project Operations Manager
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The industry requires competence to be demonstrated, typically through UKAS accreditation, which is a prerequisite for many major clients. BES is type A accredited, which is preferred, they can provide highly objective opinions.
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Customer
Senior Project Manager
FAQs
What types of materials can be tested with ECT?
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ECT can be used to inspect a wide variety of materials including metals, plastics, and composites. It is particularly well-suited for inspecting materials that are difficult to access, such as those that are inside pipes or vessels.
It is often used for inspecting:
• Pipes and tubes
• Aircraft fuselage and wings
• Heat exchangers
• Welds
• Crack detection
• Material thickness measurement
• Corrosion detection
• Coating thickness measurement
• Heat treatment evaluation
Why choose us
Qualified service
Our team are qualified to PCN Level 3 and ASNT NDT, and adhere to the BS EN ISO 9712 standard.
Trusted reliability
BES Group is a trusted and reliable provider of NDT services. We're proud to have a proven track record of providing high-quality services that meet the needs of our customers.
NDT expertise
BES Group has a team of experienced and qualified NDT inspectors who can use our complete suite of NDT techniques to inspect a wide variety of equipment and assets.
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