About ScanMaster
We are a world-leading supplier of Automated Ultrasonic Inspection Systems
ScanMaster Systems, originally founded as Inspection Research & Technologies (IRT), is a global leader in the development, design and manufacturing of automated ultrasonic inspection systems. Our technologically innovative systems have been installed with prime customers worldwide.
Each ScanMaster ultrasonic inspection system has a number of core modules which are integrated in application-specific configurations delivering the right solution to address the specific requirements and relevant standards. These modules include advanced industrial PC-based digital ultrasonic instrumentation, mechanical manipulation systems, servo motion control hardware and production-oriented software packages.
With more than four decades of inspection system expertise, ScanMaster has built up a large, knowledgeable and strong team of experts with diverse technology skills and application expertise. Delivering inspection systems to critical applications, our strong commitment to quality, service and customer support has been a cornerstone to our success.
Markets We Serve
ScanMaster delivers powerful ultrasonic inspection systems in the fields of aerospace, automotive, railways, steel, and power generation among others.
Our innovative systems are available for a multitude of environments including laboratories and production facilities and enable the inspection of components both in production prior to use and while in service.
Our Strengths
Market Leader
With three decades of experience in providing automated ultrasonic inspection system and having installed hundreds of systems around the world with top tier customers across a range of applications, ScanMaster established its leadership by delivering cutting edge inspection solutions that enable our customers to maximize their productivity and improve quality.
Technological Innovation
Our customers rely on us to deliver advanced, innovative and reliable technology. As such we are constantly working on incorporating new and innovative inspection technologies such as ultrasonic phased array based systems that offer our customers flexible and reliable high-speed inspections solutions
Superior Quality
Quality is a priority at ScanMaster. All ultrasonic instrumentation developed and manufactured by ScanMaster leaves the factory fully calibrated according to the most stringent industrial standards in force today. Our systems are rated for safety and RFI/EMI interference and approved by renowned industry leaders. ScanMaster is ISO 9001 certified.
Experience and Expertise
ScanMaster has a large pool of electronic and software experts as well as mechanical and application engineering teams for the design, manufacture and testing of standard or customized systems. Their background and skillset are honed to deliver the right solutions to address customers’ specific needs.
Global Footprint
With a customer base across the world and our commitment to service and support, ScanMaster continues to expand its global footprint with representation and service all over the world, including North and South America, Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
Our Team
Ofer Sela
CEO
Ofer Sela was appointed as CEO of ScanMaster in June 2010 .Ofer joined ScanMaster in 2007 as VP R&D. Prior to joining ScanMaster Ofer was a VP, R&D and Engineering at ADT, and held various managerial positions in R&D and Marketing at Kulicke & Soffa.
Ofer holds an M.B.A. from Heriot Watt, England and a B.Sc. from the Technion, Israel.
Ofer Sela
CEO
Chai Appel
CEO
Chai Appel is a senior executive with more than 30 years of experience in leading global technology companies. Prior to joining ScanMaster, he served as Managing Director and CFO of ADT and was a member of the founding team that established the company.
Hai holds a B.A. in Accounting and Economics from Tel Aviv University and an MBA from the University of Haifa. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Chai Appel
Deputy CEO & Global CFO
Michal Zvi
CFO
Michal Zvi joined ScanMaster as Director of Finance at the beginning of 2011 bringing with her experience in international high-tech financial management and control.
Prior to joining ScanMaster Michal held a Controller position at Brooks-Keret Israel for 4 years and Controller & Compliance Officer at Vertex management UK, London.
Michal holds an Israeli CPA License, M.Sc. in International Business from University of London, UK and a B.A. in Business Management – from the College of Management, Israel.
Michal Zvi
CFO
Michael Bron
VP R&D
Michael Bron joined ScanMaster in 1996 as a Software Engineer and is now leading the development of the next generation of ScanMaster products, as our VP R&D. Michael has many years of experience in programming, engineering and R&D.
Michael holds an M.Sc. in Computer Sciences from the Ulyanovsk state technical university, Russia.
Michael Bron
VP R&D
Iris Buchmeier
Director of Marketing
Iris Buchmeier joined ScanMaster when it was founded in 1986 as one of the first employees, serving as a mechanical and application engineer and later moved into marketing.
In 1997 Iris left ScanMaster and served in several telecommunication companies as a senior product marketing manager.
Iris re-joined ScanMaster in 2004 as a senior product line manager.
Iris holds an M.Sc. and a B.Sc. in Machine and Material Engineering from Tel-Aviv University.
Iris Buchmeier
Marketing Director
Micha Kemelman
VP Sales & Customer Support
Micha Kemelman joined ScanMaster in 2006 and held various positions in application engineering and product management. In 2019 he rejoined ScanMaster as VP Sales, after a period of 10 years at Hewlett Packard (HPI), where he held various marketing, product management, and sales-related roles.
Micha holds an M.B.A from the Ruppin Academic Center and a B.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev.
Micha Kemelman
VP Sales & CS
Gal Sela
VP of North American Operation
Gal Sela brings extensive experience in strategic leadership and client relations within the ultrasonic systems and non-destructive inspection industry. With a proven track record in managing complex operations and implementing practical solutions, Gal is dedicated to enhancing customer-focused strategies and streamlining operational processes.
Prior to joining ScanMaster, Gal successfully led business development initiatives and systems management across diverse industrial sectors.
Gal Sela
VP of NA Operation
Hagai Aran
VP Systems Engineering
Hagai Aran was appointed as VP systems engineering of ScanMaster in May 2019. Prior to joining ScanMaster Hagai was an R&D department manager at Elbit, a CTO of SIEMENS solar energy and held various of engineering & managerial positions in R&D at Kulicke & Soffa.
Hagai holds an M.Sc. in system engineering and an B.Sc in mechanical engineering, both from the Technion, Israel.
Hagai Aran
VP System Engineering
Michael Sella
VP Operations
Michael Sella joined ScanMaster in 2025. Prior to this role, he served as Vice President of Operations at Spectronix-Emerson.
Earlier in his career, Michael held various leadership and operational positions at globally recognized companies, including IWI, Unilever, Teva, and others. His broad experience spans multiple industries, with a strong emphasis on operational excellence, strategic management, and cross-functional leadership.
Michael holds a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering and Management from Shenkar College of Engineering and Design, as well as an MBA from Bar-Ilan University.
Michael Sella
VP Operations