The nondestructive testing process of magnetic particle inspection is a very sensitive method to detect surface abnormalities in ferromagnetic materials. It is commonly used for components like forgings, castings, and machined parts. In magnetic particle inspection, white contrast paint is used as a high contrast background to increase the detection sensitivity for visible defects. The versatility and ease of use of this paint make it one of the most suitable tubular inspection products. It can help identify integrity issues in tubular equipment, thus preventing costly repairs and safety issues for personnel and the environment.
White Contrast Paint
The fast-drying white contrast paint, or WCP, is available in aerosol form for even spraying on the surface to be inspected. Its opaque white background helps clearly distinguish abnormalities when magnetic particles are applied to the surface. All types of colored and visible magnetic particles can be used with the WCP. Moreover, it can be applied to virtually any part of equipment because of its convenient aerosol form factor. In a single pass of the spray, a clean coat is evenly applied to the surface to be inspected. The opaque color of WCP minimizes glares and reflections during the inspection process. In addition, it dries very quickly and does not result in any flakes on the applied surface. All these qualities of the WCP help increase the speed and efficiency of the inspection process. This, in turn, reduces the downtime for equipment and increases the productivity of an industrial facility.
Tubular Inspection Products
Defects in tubular structures, such as those due to corrosion or manufacturing issues, are detected by using technological tools through the process known as tubular inspection. Different types of tubing are commonly used in various industrial equipment, such as boilers and heat exchangers. Their inspection process typically involves inserting a probe into the tubes and using technologies like ECT, IRIS, and MFL to detect the presence of defects. Regular and thorough inspections using tubular inspection products are essential to timely check for any anomalies in the tube body and other connected equipment. These may involve the following testing methods: visual inspection, wall thickness measurements, EMI test, magnetic particle inspection, hardness testing, drifting assessment, and many others. The tubular inspection process can be used for various types of drill pipes, tubing, boiler pipes, casings, reamers, etc.
