Ultrasound system listens for leaks
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Propane gas cylinder manufacturer Manchester Tank of Crossville, TN decided to upgrade its leak inspection process with a new one developed jointly with UE Systems Inc of Elmsford, NY. The new ultrasonic leak detection system, which was refined over a two-year period, includes conveyors, a test chamber, and computer controls. Benefits from the new method include a 300% increase in testing speed, more stringent leak detection capabilities, and better customer safety.
Publication Name: Quality
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0360-9936
Year: 1998
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GM Nameplate cuts first-article inspection time by 50%
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GM Nameplate achieved first-article inspection accuracy by 0.0001 in. in half the time by using the Avant 600, a coordinate-measuring machine from Optical Gaging Products Inc. The system saves time as its programmability enables it to repeat the geometry of certain parts which it has been earlier introduced. Finally, in-house inspections performed by Avant 600 save money by eliminating the need for outside inspection services.
Publication Name: Quality
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0360-9936
Year: 1996
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Softening Up Hardness Measurement
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Techniques and instruments used in testing the hardness of soft materials are discussed.
Publication Name: Quality
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0360-9936
Year: 1999
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