How Will US Hurricanes Affect Canadian Oil Markets
Multiple Hurricanes in the South Set to Disrupt Oil Markets in Canada for at Least 3 Months Since late July, crude oil has been hovering just below $50 per barrel, however the coming months could bring a healthy rebound to both crude oil and gas prices. This uptick could stem from supply issues created […]
Grande Prairie Non-Destructive Testing on Insulated Pipelines
Non-Destructive Testing on Insulated Pipelines and Other Materials As the global economy continues to expand and become increasingly competitive, non-destructive testing (NDT) must also advance to ensure businesses are able to remain operational and effective at all times. Equipment failures and downtime can result in massive costs for a company, which could set them so […]
The Power of Radiographic Testing and X-Ray Inspection
Many business owners in Western Canada have heard about the various methods of non-destructive testing but are unsure of the differences between each technique. In this article, we will give you a glimpse into the world of radiographic inspection and walk through some of the advantages that come with this style of testing. The Basics […]
How to Detect Weld Failures With Non-Destructive Testing
Weld Failures: What Causes Faults and How to Detect Them With Non-Destructive Testing Whether you realize it or not, your business or industry is supported somewhere by materials that have been welded together. Welding has existed since the Bronze Age, creating billions of tools and structures for individuals over thousands of years. Welding technology has […]
Discover the Many Uses for NDT & NDE Across Western Canada
Non-destructive testing, or “NDT†for short, is used in a wide range of industrial settings, and for a variety of purposes. For most of our clients, the importance of NDT cannot be overstated – it is responsible for saving equipment, evaluating efficacy of structures and pipelines, or the assurance of safety on project sites. We […]
Testing Pipelines: How Electromagnetic Testing Helps You
How Does Electromagnetic Testing Check Pipelines? By covering a surface, in this case a pipe, with a ferrous solution, electromagnetic testing is able to uncover hidden corrosion, pitting, wall-loss, erosion, or cracking. The presence of any of these faults can lead to a minor leak. That doesn’t sound too daunting, until you see the millions […]
Safety Standards
At 20/20NDT our strict attention to safety protocols and standards ensures a seamless inspection when our technicians enter any project site. By maintaining our commitments to safety standards and regulations, 20/20NDT stays ahead of the competition in terms of reliable, safe, quality testing of pipelines, mechanical equipment, and structures of all shapes and sizes. When […]
Nondestructive Examination in Alberta and Western Canada
Why do I need a nondestructive examination? Nondestructive Examination (NDE) is a process whereby expertly trained technicians evaluate, examine, and report on any imperfections or defects relating to resource extraction frameworks, building structures, pipelines, and equipment non-invasively. This process takes many different forms, and requires proper execution with technology that can find areas of weakness […]
Saving Operations in Fort St. John from Costly Failures
Business in Fort St. John has long been focused on energy, oil, and gas. In order to maintain the processing of these resources, the regular maintenance of machinery and equipment is a must. But how do you prepare for the unfortunate failure of equipment, or a pipe burst? 20/20 NDT can inspect your equipment, or […]
Find Some Peace of Mind with Non-Destructive Testing in Valleyview
If you own or manage a business based out of Valleyview, you already know how beautiful Northern Alberta is. The Portal to the Peace is also a portal to vast business opportunities, with many industries utilizing this area as a base for operations. Oil, gas, forestry, mining; whatever industry you work in, your business depends […]