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a valuable tool for evaluating non-ferromagnetic and non metallic materials. In addition to checking for defects and cracks, it can also be used
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The penetrant inspection process

Parts must go through a pre-cleaning process (etch, alkaline or solvent-cleaning) before the liquid penetrant is applied. After allowing proper dwell time, excess penetrant is
removed from the surface (but not from any possible defects), and the part is dried. Then a developing powder is applied; this developer pulls up the dye that has seeped
into cracks or pores, resulting in visible marks or indications that identify surface flaws. Based on the results, an inspector then provides a report with the type, number and
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Our non-destructive testing (NDT) experts are well-trained in liquid penetrant inspection and hold Level II and III certifications from ASNT, among other qualifications.
Element provides Type II non-fluorescent NDT services to all of the various commercial and nuclear codes, as well as Type I fluorescent inspection to aerospace,
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• A 55’ x 15’ wet room equipped with a 2.5-ton hoist for processing large specimens
• All methods of dye penetrant inspection, including lipophilic and hydrophilic emulsified systems, as well as water washable and solvent removable to meet any
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• In-house chemical etching services, which allows for "one-stop lab" processing

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