NDT Global Welcomes Halfwave and Their ART Technology

Dublin, Ireland, February 18th, 2020 - NDT Global, a leading supplier of ultrasonic inline inspection (ILI)A method used to assess the the integrity and condition of pipelines. It involves the use of specialized tools that are inserted into the pipeline and propelled… and integrityThe capability of a pipeline to perform its intended function safely and reliably throughout its life. It includes a range of factors, including the structural … services announces that their parent company, Eddyfi/NDT, has acquired Halfwave, headquartered in Bergen, Norway.

Halfwave is the owner of the proprietary Acoustic Resonance Technology (ART), an ultrasoundRefers to sound waves with frequencies above the upper limit of human hearing, typically above 20,000 Hz. Ultrasound is used to determine wall thickness and to …-based technique which allows high-precision measurements without the need for a liquid couplant. The company is currently active worldwide in the field of Subsea inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… and Pipeline inline inspection (ILI)A method used to assess the the integrity and condition of pipelines. It involves the use of specialized tools that are inserted into the pipeline and propelled…. The company has over 70 employees and additional offices in Oslo, Norway, and Houston, USA.

Richard Matthews, former President and CEO of NDT Global commented, "Halfwave's Acoustic Resonance TechnologyAn inspection technology that utilizes sound waves or acoustic signals to detect, monitor, and analyze the condition of pipelines. ART involves the application … is a novel and disruptive advancement in the inline inspectionA method used to assess the the integrity and condition of pipelines. It involves the use of specialized tools that are inserted into the pipeline and propelled… industry, which perfectly complements our existing ultrasonic inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… technologies and moves NDT Global into the gas pipeline inspection market.We see tremendous synergy between our two organizations in technology, data analytics and operational expertise which will deliver incremental value to our clients."

Martin Theriault, CEO of Eddyfi/NDT, says: “We are first and foremost an NDT technology company. The uniqueness and proprietary nature of the ART technique was an opportunity we could not miss. This acquisition is very synergetic for our group, impacting all 3 of our business units. Eddyfi Technologies will benefit from leveraging a new modality to create a multitudeTof new applications. TSC Subsea will add a second, highly differentiated modality to its offering. NDT Global will officially enter the in-service gas pipeline segmentA specific section of a pipeline system that is typically defined based on its geographic location, operational characteristics, or other relevant factors. Seg… and present a competitive alternative to EMAT insofar as SCCA form of corrosion-induced cracking that occurs when a susceptible material is exposed to a corrosive environment and subjected to tensile stresses. SCC can le… crackA fracture or discontinuity in the wall of a pipeline, where the material is separated or broken, potentially compromising the integrity and safety of the pipel… detection. All in all, the transaction reinforces Eddyfi/NDT’s positioning as a high-end, high-performance solutions provider agnostic to any particular modality.”

Halfwave Subsea will merge with TSC Subsea, and the two units will mutually benefit from larger scale and market access. Halfwave AS, the ILI entity, will kick off its integration with NDT Global at the PPIM Conference in Houston this week. The initial focus will be on creating rapid sales synergies. NDT Global’s operational know-how, experience and footprint will improve the robustness of ART inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… service. The integration process is expected to be finalized during the course of 2020. This will allow the Halfwave team to remain focused on continuing to develop the science for onshore metal thickness applications, as well as crackA fracture or discontinuity in the wall of a pipeline, where the material is separated or broken, potentially compromising the integrity and safety of the pipel… inspection.

About NDT Global

NDT Global is a leading supplier of ultrasonic pipeline inspectionThe systematic process of visually examining, testing, or monitoring pipeline components to assess their condition, integrity, and compliance with regulatory re… and data analysisThe evaluation process of extracting insights, patterns, and valuable information from the data collected during pipeline operations, inspections, or monitoring…. Its state-of-the-art inspection fleet provides the entire inline inspectionA method used to assess the the integrity and condition of pipelines. It involves the use of specialized tools that are inserted into the pipeline and propelled… service (ILI) spectrum for onshore and offshore pipelines worldwide. NDT Global’s full range of services includes geometry and deformationRefers to any change in the shape, configuration, or geometry of a pipeline from its original or intended form. It results from various factors, including exter… inspection, metal lossRefers to the reduction in material thickness or cross-sectional area of a pipe due to corrosion, erosion, or other forms of degradation. and crackA fracture or discontinuity in the wall of a pipeline, where the material is separated or broken, potentially compromising the integrity and safety of the pipel… inspection, defectA flaw, anomaly, or imperfection in a pipeline that could compromise its integrity, safety, or performance. Defects can vary in nature, size, and severity and c… assessment and fitness for purposeA process of evaluating whether a product, system, or service meets the required functional and performance criteria for its intended use. It involves examining… investigations. First run successRefers to the completion of a process or operation that achieves the desired outcome or meets the required specifications without the need for any rework, modif…, best data quality and rapid report delivery are its key benchmarks. A skilled engineering and project management team, complemented by one of the best data analysis teams in the industry, has inspected and analyzed pipelines worldwide. The company has offices in Australia, Canada, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Spain, UAE, UK and USA. www.ndt-global.com

About Eddyfi/NDT

Eddyfi/NDT is a fast-growing, innovative private Test & Measurement (T&M) technology group focused on Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)Refers to a range of techniques and methods used to assess the integrity, quality, and properties of materials, components, or structures without causing damage…. Through its 2 divisions, Advanced NDT Equipment and Advanced Integrated Inspections, it caters to asset owners, large engineering firms, and service companies globally in markets such as Aerospace, Energy, Mining, Power Generation, and Transportation. Eddyfi/NDT believes that advancing NDT science and technology via sensors, hardware, robotics and software makes the world safer, more productive and more environmentally secure. The company employs over 1,100 people throughout 22 offices worldwide and serves clients in more than 110 countries. 

www.eddyfi-ndt.com