Eclipse Scientific - AUT Inspection Services, Phased Array / NDT Training, Products and Software

Eclipse Scientific provides three primary aspects of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) to industries worldwide: products, services and training meeting the NDT requirements of petrochemical, heavy industry, nuclear and aerospace.

Eclipse Scientific provides solutions for industrial ultrasonic inspection and eddy current inspection which include advanced NDT application solutions, research initiatives, field services and remote analysis.

Advanced automated ultrasonic inspection support including:

• Ultrasonic phased array inspection
• NDT / AUT training
• Scanning equipment
• Audits
• Consulting
• Surveillance

Eclipse applies code-compliant application development, technique validation, field implementation and results reporting ensuring that these integral aspects of a successful Automated Ultrasonic Testing (AUT) project are applied.

AUTOMATED ULTRASONIC TESTING

The growing recognition of AUT, in lieu of radiography, for critical inspections of new and in-service pressure boundary and structural components has increased the demand for advanced phased array applications. Eclipse Scientific is at the forefront, providing technical support to optimize your AUT investment.

Founded in 2000 to bring specialized ultrasonic inspection technology to the pipeline integrity market, Eclipse has grown to meet the accelerating demands for expertise in the AUT field. Today we provide comprehensive AUT technical support, primarily for the petrochemical and nuclear power generation industries. In addition, we provide:

• International AUT training courses using the latest instrumentation and software
• Specialized products designed to facilitate code-compliant AUT inspections
• Highly skilled technical services staff and consultants to support your AUT project

ULTRASONIC PHASED ARRAY TRAINING

Eclipse Scientific technical training division is at the forefront of the AUT training and support industry with experienced instructors committed to setting and maintaining the industry standard.

Working directly with the major manufacturers of AUT equipment permits us access to the very latest software and instrumentation. The continuous investment in these technologies gives us the inside track for the expansion of our knowledge-base. This access, and the expertise gained through practical experience, is channeled directly to our clients as the foundation of our course material.

Our industry-leading courses are available internationally or at the Canadian training facility.

• Introduction to ultrasonic PA and OmniScan ultrasonic and PA
• TomoView Power User and TomoView Application Specific
• Phased array advanced user
• Phased array and TOFD applications
• Zonal discrimination and pipeline girth weld applications
• Client inspector representative for pipeline AUT
• Customized courses built around your specific requirements

NDT AND AUT PRODUCTS

We listen to, and value feedback from, our world-wide client base. The scope of applications accepting AUT in lieu of radiography continues to expand dramatically. To satisfy the diversity of these applications, Eclipse Scientific has developed a modular scanning system approach. With the MPE encoder as the heart of the scanner, numerous cost-effective scanning configurations are available.

Eclipse Scientific equipment is created by our design team with critical feedback from our field operators. Our design and manufacturing team has integrated form and function with durability, versatility and cost-effective solutions.

Software now drives many advancements in industry and we pride ourselves at leading the way with innovative and effective NDT application engineering. From state-of-the-art data manipulation software to useful everyday tools, Eclipse Scientific offers the next generation software.

Our product line includes:

• Instrumentation
• AUT scanning systems
• MPE encoders
• Integrated scanners for phased array, TOFD and conventional probes
• SCC crack sizing transducers and accessories
• Component positioning systems
• Linearity blocks
• Code case compliant calibration blocks

NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING SERVICES

Our experience will provide you with knowledge-based solutions and recommendations for traditional and special application projects. Certified and accredited personnel provide on-site or in-house consulting, working closely with your staff.

Utilizing the latest equipment, and with the highest degree of confidentiality, we also provide audits, quality assurance, vendor inspections, and third party interpretation.

Field services include:

• Pipeline AUT project start-up consulting including POD and sizing analysis
• Technical staff augmentation and client liaison
• On-site or remote analysis and results co-ordination / reporting
• Third-party auditing, and client inspector representative services

Laboratory services include:

• Custom application fixture design using CAD and rapid prototyping
• Procedure / technique development and validation based on research findings
• Software development with customized user interface including phased array tools
• NDT research, such as material property evaluations and signal processing applications