DPI

Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI)

DPI---Dye Penetrant InspectWe offer Dye Penetrant Testing on site or in one of our laboratories using either fluorescent or colour contrast applications as a one off test or batches of machined parts. This type of testing is commonly used on welds, machined parts, castings and forgings.

Also known as Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI), Liquid Penetrant Inspection (LPI) or Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI); it is a method that is used to reveal surface breaking flaws by bleed-out of a coloured or fluorescent dye from the flaw.

The technique is based on the ability of a liquid to be drawn into a “clean” surface breaking flaw by capillary action. After a period of penetration time, excess surface penetrant is removed and a developer applied. This ‘draws’ the penetrant from the flaw to reveal its presence. Colour contrast (or “visible”) penetrants require good white light, while fluorescent penetrants need to be used in darkened conditions with an ultraviolet light (also known as black light).

Penetrant inspection can be used on almost any non-porous material. It is essential that the material is carefully cleaned first; otherwise the penetrant will not be able to enter the defect. If surface penetrant is not fully removed, misleading indications will result.

With our capacity, capabilities and our collection and delivery service, we can assure you of a quality service with a fast turn around to assist you in achieving your production commitments.

MPI Inspection Testing

Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)

MPI – Magnetic Particle InspectionApplied Inspection offers a cost effective MPI service to a wide range of industries at highly competitive rates.

We are able to undertake MPI up to 3000 amps in our laboratories or on site – 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With over 90 full time staff, we are equipped to provide a rapid response and a fast turn around as well as a collection and delivery service.

Magnetic Particle Inspection is used on welds, castings and forged ferro-magnetic materials in order to detect cracks and flaws on the surface or very near to the surface.

There are several types of electrical currents used in MPI. For a proper current to be selected one needs to consider the part geometry, material, the type of discontinuity you’re looking for and how far the magnetic field needs to penetrate into the part.

Training

Applied Inspection Limited, Burton upon Trent - Friday, 10 December 2010.Applied Inspection offer a wide range of training courses in Metallurgy/Materials, Welding and Non-Destructive Testing. Below are examples of the courses we offer – for further information please contact us.

Metallurgy/Materials

  • Introduction to Metallurgy
  • Metallurgy of Iron Steel
  • Metallurgy of Stainless Steels
  • Metallurgy of Cast Iron
  • Basic Non-Ferrous  Metallurgy
  • Basic  Metallurgy
  • Basic Heat Treatment
  • Effect of Alloying Elements in Steel
  • Mechanical and Physical Properties of Materials
  • Mechanical Testing of Materials
  • Introduction to Corrosion
  • Introduction to Failure Investigation
  • Failure Mechanisms
  • Methods of Analysis
  • Methods of Manufacture and Processing (Process Technology)

Welding

  • BSEN ISO 9606-1 % BSEN ISO 9606-2 (Processes covered:- MAGS, MMA, TIG, FCA W, MIG)
  • Visual Inspection of Welds Appreciation Course – BSEN ISO 17637
  • Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding of Steels, Basic Skills Course
  • Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting
  • Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding of Steels. Basic Skills Course
  • Metal Active Gas Shielded (MAGS) Welding of Steels. Basic Skills Course
  • Advanced Welding Courses: – MIG Welding of Aluminium, TIG Welding of Stainless Steels, TIG Welding of Aluminium, Pipe Welding Techniques, Fixed Position Welding
  • Abrasive Wheel. Basic Skills Course
  • Welding Symbols to BSEN ISO 2553
  • Welding Procedures to BSEN ISO 15314-1 & 15614-2
  • Welding Procedures to Welding Procedures to AWS
  • Welding Qualifications to BSEN ISO 9606-1 & 9606-2
  • Welding Qualifications to ASME IX
  • Welding Qualifications to A.W.S.D1.1
  • Understanding of WPQR and Welder Qualifications

Non-Destructive Testing

  • Magnetic Particle Testing
  • Dye Penetrant Testing
  • Radiography
  • Ultrasonic Testing
  • Eddy Current Testing
  • Product Technology – Castings
  • Product Technology – Wrought Products

 

 

 

Metallurgical Services & Testing

Applied Inspection Limited, Burton upon Trent - Friday, 10 December 2010.We offer a wide range of metallurgical analysis and materials consultancy; including component failure investigations, warranty claims, metallography, reverse engineering and corrosion investigations. We also offer a collection and delivery service for your convenience.

For all Materials Testing enquiries, Please email: joseph.morgan@acuren.com

 

Radiography – X-Ray and Gamma Ray, Iridium 192 and Cobalt 60

Applied Inspection Limited, Burton upon Trent - Friday, 10 December 2010.Our laboratories are headed by experienced and knowledgable personnel with the commitment to provide our customers with a radiographic service second to none. We deliver a flexible service with quick turnaround times; working to support the most pressurised production schedules.

We also provide radiography on site when required; ensuring the radiographic activities are conducted in accordance with current legislation and regulations.

Welding Services – Training, Repair, RWC & Consultancy

Welding ServicesApplied Inspection provide a professional and comprehensive welding and welder training service throughout the UK. Our welding staff are experienced in all processes and material types, offering a service to suit your business needs. We also provide weld repairs and coordination services/welding engineering consultancy.  Our welding facility based in Burton Upon Trent houses the latest technology.

Accreditations

We hold third party quality approval from BSI to BS EN ISO 9001: 2015 and TWI to BS EN  15085-2 CL-1 & CL-2 for welding services, both on-site and at our Burton on Trent welding facility.

Professional Welding Services

  • Are you having difficulties in achieving a consistently high standard of weld?
  • Do you need a welding procedure writing?
  • Do your welders need certification to a BS EN standard?
  • Are you looking to undertake work previously out of your scope?
  • Do you require welding engineering consultancy services?
  • Are you looking for a responsible welding coordinator (RWC)?

Bringing in our highly qualified staff could be of considerable benefit to you company, we have an in-house European Welding Engineer (EWE).  So why not call us today to see how we could assist you in problem solving, improving the quality of workmanship and venturing into new markets; all making your company more profitable.

For further details, please contact our Welding Manager, Marcus Austin – 01283 515163
or email Marcus.Austin@acuren.com