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SUMMARY:A Diagnostic 'tool' to prevent the consequences of material failur
 e
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DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Ike Sikakana (Vaal University of Technology)\nIn mat
 erials’ manufacturing\, evaluation and/or characterization is a key fina
 l stage in the production process.  This quality assurance tests whether t
 he product meets an industry norm or specified standard required by the cu
 stomer.\nThe evaluation is also required on machinery / plant parts that a
 re already in operation.  The parts are periodically ‘tested’ to ascer
 tain as to whether they can still function safely and as originally design
 ed.\nThe evaluation\, characterization\, testing is conducted using techni
 ques that do not damage these parts / materials. This novel way of materia
 ls’ examination\; referred to as Non-Destructive Testing / Evaluation (N
 DT/E)\; is finding increasing applications is numerous industries.\nThis p
 aper focuses\, first\, on the use of NDT/E in selected industries and its 
 critical nature in the safe operation of plant machinery and structures.\n
 Secondly\, an overview of the education and training required in NDT/E is 
 discussed.  The qualification offered at the Vaal University of Technology
  (VUT) and its impact on the NDT/E profession in South Africa is reflected
  upon.\nThirdly\, the rewards of an NDT/E career are discussed.  This is c
 ontrasted with the perceived low profile of NDT/E amongst practicing engin
 eers in South Africa.\nLastly\, an argument for the urgent need of a legis
 lative framework for the regulation and recognition of NDT/E qualification
 s and certification in South Africa is advanced. It is emphasized that thi
 s is a necessary measure to have accountability and a code of ethics entre
 nched in this growing profession.\n\nhttps://events.saip.org.za/event/7/co
 ntributions/4912/
LOCATION: Asteria
URL:https://events.saip.org.za/event/7/contributions/4912/
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