Ultrasonic Spot Weld Testing
The principal use of resistance spot welding is to join overlapping sheets of metal when the joint does not need to be gas-tight or liquid-tight. Since separate fasteners are not required for this process, fabrication is economical and fast. Spot welding is used for fabrication of numerous metal sheet products, such as automotive bodies, appliances, enclosures, and furniture.
The average car contains several thousand spot welds that are essential to its structural integrity. To remain competitive, the automotive industry requires a spot weld testing solution that facilitates increased production volumes while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Highly effective ultrasonic inspection methods not only meet these requirements, but also detect symptoms of a deteriorating welding process, providing quasi-real-time feedback for immediate corrective actions. Detecting and addressing issues before they become critical helps efficiently maintain optimum welding conditions by preventing faulty weld batches and production line interruptions.
This is where ScanMaster’s Spot Weld testing instruments come in.
Developed through close coordination with the automotive industry, ScanMaster’s Spot Weld ultrasonic testing instruments have set new standards in the field, significantly reducing inspection time while delivering a quick return on investment.
Hundreds of these Spot Weld testing instruments are currently being used by car manufacturers, whose feedback is a valuable source for continued enhancement of equipment performance.
Ultrasonic Spot Weld Testing
UT/Mate - Spot Weld Inspector
ScanMaster’s most widely-used conventional UT (ultrasonic) instrument for spot weld testing can easily convert any PC or laptop to a fully automated spot weld classification instrument, with field-proven reliability as a high-end solution for the automotive body shop.
The internationally marketed UT/Mate is used by the majority of globally leading car manufacturers and remains a top selection for conventional UT instruments.
Longitudinal SAW Pipes
ScanMaster offers on-line and off-line systems configurations
for inspection of Longitudinal Submerged Arc Welded (LSAW)
pipe before or after the hydrostatic test.
The systems have modular inspection heads supporting different UT configurations including PA, and can be set up using a variety of ultrasonic configurations, according to the specific inspection requirements.
UT/Pro V2 - Integrated Spot Weld Inspector
The UT/Pro V2 combines all the advantages of the UT/Mate into a complete solution for the automotive product line. Its military-class tablet enables seamless operation under harsh conditions, utilizing all the advantages of the touch screen interface in highly intuitive ways.
The long-lasting battery and integrated handle allow for extended continuous use and smooth mobility throughout the plant.
