Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Services
Asset Inspection & Integrity Testing
MAE Solutions provides professional Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) services designed to inspect, assess and monitor the condition of critical assets without causing damage to the structure or material.
Our NDT services can be delivered on rope access or from conventional access methods, allowing us to safely inspect structures in difficult or hazardous environments while minimising disruption to operations.
All inspections are carried out in line with UKAS-aligned standards and recognised industry best practice, ensuring high levels of technical accuracy, traceability and reporting integrity.
With experienced technicians and specialist support, MAE Solutions delivers NDT inspections across sectors including:
- Oil & Gas
- Heavy Industry
- Energy Infrastructure
- Renewables
- Construction and Engineering
OUR NDT CAPABILITIES
Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement (UTM)
Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement is used to assess material condition, corrosion levels and remaining wall thickness.
This highly accurate testing method provides reliable data that supports asset integrity management and long-term maintenance planning.
UTM can be carried out in almost any environment and is particularly effective when combined with rope access to inspect hard-to-reach areas such as structures, tanks, towers and pipelines.
Ultrasonic Weld Inspection (UT)
Ultrasonic testing allows for a detailed evaluation of weld integrity both before and during service life.
This method can detect internal defects including:
- Cracks
- Lack of fusion
- Porosity
- Inclusions
- Laminations
Ultrasonic weld inspection plays a critical role in ensuring weld quality and compliance with industry standards across infrastructure and industrial assets.
Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
Magnetic Particle Inspection is a highly sensitive method used to detect surface and near-surface defects in ferromagnetic materials.
Using a magnetic field and contrast media, MPI can quickly identify defects such as:
- Fatigue cracking
- Mechanical damage
- Heat-affected zone defects
- Structural flaws in welds
This technique provides rapid results and is well suited to routine inspection and maintenance programmes.
Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI)
Dye Penetrant Inspection is used to detect surface-breaking defects in non-ferromagnetic materials, including aluminium, stainless steel and specialist alloys.
The method is particularly effective for identifying fine cracks or discontinuities that may not be visible to the naked eye, making it valuable for quality control and asset condition monitoring.
Visual Inspection (VT)
Visual inspection remains one of the most widely used and cost-effective NDT techniques.
Our technicians perform both:
- Direct visual inspection using lighting, measurement tools and magnification
- Indirect visual inspection using cameras, borescopes and remote systems
This method provides rapid insights into corrosion, structural damage and general asset condition.
NDT Combined With Rope Access
A key advantage of working with MAE Solutions is our ability to combine NDT inspection with rope access techniques.
This allows inspections to be carried out:
- At height
- In confined spaces
- On complex structures
- Without scaffolding or major shutdowns
By combining inspection expertise with specialist access methods, we can significantly reduce project costs, minimise downtime and improve inspection efficiency.
Why Non-Destructive Testing Matters
Non-Destructive Testing is widely used across industry because it allows critical assets to be inspected without damaging the component being tested.
Key benefits include:
- Cost savings – no damage to inspected materials
- Improved safety – early detection of defects or corrosion
- Efficient asset monitoring – faster inspection processes
- Accurate results – reliable data for maintenance planning
These advantages make NDT an essential part of modern asset integrity management programmes.
Speak to Our Inspection Team
If you require NDT inspection services, MAE Solutions can provide experienced technicians and specialist equipment to support your project.
Contact our team today to discuss your requirements or request a quotation.
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