Posted on 3rd Feb 2015
The Pocket AE™, our portable Acoustic Emission (AE) system, was recently used to examine the structural integrity of elevator drive shafts in Japan. Engineers used the handheld inspection instrument during weighted cab tests to determine the presence of structural cracks and deformities throughout the elevator’s drive shaft. The Pocket AE was chosen for this project due to its portability and functional testing capabilities. The system is ideal for restricting and hard to reach areas, like elevator shafts.
The USB AE Node is a full-featured, low-cost Acoustic Emission system that plugs conveniently into your PC or laptop. With all the features, capabilities, and performance of a larger standalone system, the USB AE Node also offers the maximum portability that comes with USB connectivity and power. Read More...
New Sensor Highway III The all new AE Sensor Highway III (SH-III) offers faster processing, better energy efficiency and a smaller enclosure than its predecessors. Featuring online monitoring capability, SH-III can monitor up to 32 AE channels per system. Additionally, SH-III can be synchronized to build larger systems with over 200 channels. Read More...
An acoustic measurement from the LPMS that indicates metal-to-metal impact. In nuclear power plants the Loose Parts Monitoring System (LPMS) “listens” for metal to metal impact in the reactor cooling system to prevent the dangerous escape of irradiated water in to the environment. While these events do not happen often, public and plant safety is a primary concern, potentially saving the [...]
Mark Carlos (Left), MISTRAS Group Executive Vice President Products & Systems, receiving the ASTM Award of Merit from our International Board Director. In 2014, Mark Carlos, Group Executive Vice President, Products & Systems Division, was awarded with the American Society of Testing and Materials International (ASTM) Award of Merit. The Award of Merit is the highest society award granted to a member, and with it, [...]
MISTRAS' Structural Monitoring System (SMS) is a high-channel density, full-scale general purpose structural monitoring and machine protection system. The SMS possesses data collection, storage, alarming and trending capabilities. Its software sends customized alarm reports remotely via email, while an Acoustic Emission system alarm triggers high speed data storage at a programmable threshold. Read More...
MISTRAS' Express-8 is a faster, more powerful Acoustic Emission Board & System, fusing a PCI-Express bus with higher channel density and capabilities. Powering two new system chassis, the Express-8 ideal for large-structure monitoring and field testing when portability, high-channel density, and fast performance is a must. Read More...
In the upcoming August issue of trade magazine World Pipelines, MISTRAS' acoustic leak detection system, VPAC™II, is highlighted as an invaluable tool in the pipeline industry's fight against leaking valves. The article discusses VPAC technology's specific application to pipelines, and how its use can lead to millions of dollars in savings. Click here to read the [...]
Pad Cratering Flyer MISTRAS' worldwide leadership in Acoustic Emission (AE) testing is helping to launch another practical application - detecting pad cratering of printed circuit boards. AE testing provides very early-detection and location capabilities prior to electronic signature.Overview Printed circuit boards help power some of the industry's greatest and most advanced technologies, so ensuring their proper functionality [...]
At less than a quarter of the size of its predecessor and with the latest user-guided software, the Pocket CORPAC™ detects localized corrosion without taking industrial structures out of service, before costly damage and its effects can be seen or felt. It increases operational safety with short, periodic, in-service monitoring, while simplifying asset maintenance on [...]