May 13 - 16, 2008
Gaylord Palms
Orlando, Florida USA

Extrusion Equipment

054 EE 
Thursday, May 15 - 9:00am

Non-Destructive Examination Predictive Maintenance Procedure for Extrusion Presses

Ron Manganello and Alyssa Porter -- Carlesa NDE Services, USA

Non-destructive examination is relatively unknown, even to industries that need it most. Visual inspection, radiography, ultrasonics, magnetic particle testing, and liquid penetrant are discussed. Process and testing examples, financial and safety benefits are highlighted. Non-destructive testing means better operational efficiency, and detecting cracks and flaws before machine problems completely shut down production. Detecting problems early prevents unnecessary physical dangers to employees.