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    Conventional Ultrasonic

    This method utilizes standard high-frequency sound waves to measure thickness and accurately locate internal material flaws. Explore our comprehensive range of standard gauges, intrinsically safe devices, specialized underwater equipment, and highly reliable flaw detectors.

    Advanced Ultrasonic

    Cutting-edge multi-element phased array technology designed for complex geometries and advanced visualization. Find high-quality phased array systems, highly sensitive multi-element probes, transducers, and optimized angle wedges for precise testing.

    Acoustic Emission

    Designed to detect and monitor transient elastic waves caused by rapid energy release within materials under stress. Browse our selection of real-time valve monitoring systems to easily identify leak-through and critical structural stress.

    Guided Wave

    Perform rapid, long-range screening of pipelines and structures to confidently detect corrosion and defects over vast distances. Discover specialized long-range ultrasonic testing collars, advanced transducer rings, and highly accurate screening software.

    Conventional Radiography

    A time-tested film-based radiography method utilizing X-ray and gamma-ray sources for perfectly clear internal structural imaging. Equip your team with robust gamma projectors, close proximity systems, darkroom processing chemicals, and comprehensive radiation safety gear.

    Digital Radiography

    Modern digital sensors and computed radiography equipment delivering instant, high-resolution internal inspection imagery. Find flexible CR imaging plates, high-speed scanners, digital X-ray flat panel detectors, and portable X-ray generators.

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    Fast and highly sensitive electromagnetic fields used primarily for surface crack detection and metal sorting. Discover advanced eddy current testers, pulsed eddy current systems, magnetic flux leakage scanners, yokes, and Ardrox consumables.

    Material Analysers

    Identify elemental composition and verify material grades quickly using specialized portable spectroscopy equipment. Browse our industry-leading handheld XRF and LIBS spectrometers for instant, non-destructive chemical analysis.

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    Ensure component strength and structural integrity by safely measuring the physical hardness of metals. Explore our range of portable hardness testers utilizing Leeb, Rockwell, and Ultrasonic Contact Impedance (UCI) methods.

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    Discover microscopic escapes of gases or liquids to guarantee pressure containment and environmental safety. Find high-precision acoustic leak detectors and tracer gas equipment to pinpoint containment breaches instantly.

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    Relieve residual material stress after welding processes using controlled and precisely monitored thermal equipment. Equip your site with durable ceramic heating pads, precise power sources, automated chart recorders, and thermocouple accessories.

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    Remote-controlled inspection vehicles and crawlers for safe assessment of hazardous, confined, or hard-to-reach areas. Discover collision-tolerant unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), magnetic pipe crawlers, and advanced visual inspection software.

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    High-precision optical tools, surface scanners, and borescopes to examine visible exterior defects or finishes. Explore cutting-edge 3D handheld surface scanners, geometry analysis software, and precision surface roughness tools.

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    Specialized magnetic testing to identify broken wires or structural wear and tear in heavy load-bearing cables. Find dedicated magnetic wire rope inspection heads and continuous monitoring systems to secure cranes and rigging lines.
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    Specialized NDT solutions and equipment tailored for the extreme demands of the mining sector. Find robust radiation safety gear, essential thickness gauges, advanced drone surveying tools, and phased array systems for structural engineering.

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    EXERTUS FORTES

    EXERTUS FORTES

    The Exertus Fortes is ISO3999:2004 compliant and built with robust safety features. It accepts both Ir-192 and Se-75 sources, with a maximum capacity of 120 Ci (4.44 TBq) for both isotopes. It is lighter than many competing models, weighing just 23 kg with its polyurethane jacket. A key design element is the source channel, which uses a helicoidal design and Tungsten shielding to ensure smoother movement of the source assembly, enhancing both user-friendliness and safety. It operates across a wide temperature range of -45°C up to +70°C.
    The Exertus Fortes offers a superior combination of high-capacity source handling, exceptional portability and advanced safety mechanisms, making it an efficient and user-friendly choice for high-volume field radiography projects.
    Top Features & Benefits
    • Accepts Ir-192 or Se-75 sources (up to 120 Ci).
    • Tungsten source channel and helicoidal labyrinth for smooth operation and durability.
    • Lightweight: Just 24 kg with Jacket.
    • Compact Design.
    • Automatic Source Assembly Locking Mechanism.
    • 2 Colour Signal Safety Indicator for safety status communication.
    • Projector can be disconnected and locked only with source in safe position.
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Isotopes

Industrial Isotope Sources

Industrial Isotope Sources

The backbone of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for critical infrastructure.

Half-Life:

Energy Range:

Thickness Range:

Key Applications & Advantages

Key Technical Specifications

Shielding Reference

Compatible Projectors

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Radiography Exposure & Safety Considerations

Optimal radiographic results and site safety depend on balancing several key factors related to the chosen isotope source and the material being inspected.

Source Strength

Higher activity shortens the required exposure time but increases the required safety distance.

Material Density

Heavier alloys or thicker sections require either a longer exposure time or a stronger source.

Focal Spot Size

Smaller focal spots enhance image resolution but may require longer exposure times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What paperwork do I need to submit?

Required documentation often includes:

  • Export Permit
  • Authorization to ship Radioactive material (when sending projectors to South Africa for loading)
  • Purchase Order and/or Payment confirmation
  • Permit/license to use, possess and convey Radioactive material
  • Permit/license to Import Radioactive material
How does half-life work?

The half-life is the time required for one half (50%) of the unstable material to degrade into a more stable material.

Example: A 100 Ci source reduces to 50 Ci after one half-life. Ir-192 has a half-life of about 74 days; Se-75 is about 120 days.

Repairs & Services

Gammatec offers repair, service, and maintenance on a wide range of RT Projectors and Equipment.

Customers can use the Interactive Calibration Management System (CMS) online portal to track their equipment.

Sources Disposal

Gammatec NDT Supplies in South Africa will accept back all sources supplied by us for safe disposal.

Sources from Foreign Suppliers:

Depleted sources *may* be accepted for disposal on condition that replacement sources are purchased.

Industrial Isotope Sources

The backbone of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for critical infrastructure.

Iridium-192

Key Applications & Advantages

Ir-192 is the industry standard, excelling at inspecting dense or thick-walled materials. It provides better contrast sensitivity for materials around 1 inch (25.4 mm) thick.

  • Pipeline Weld Inspection
  • Structural Integrity Assessment
  • Corrosion Monitoring
  • Effective for a steel thickness range of 10 mm to 90 mm

Technical Specifications

Half-Life 73.83 Days
Gamma Energy Range 206–612 keV
Exposure Rate Constant 469 mR·m2/hr·Ci
Decays to Platinum-192 (Pt-192)

Shielding Reference

Material Density (g/cm3) Half-Value Thickness (HVT)
Lead 11.34 5.1 mm
Steel 7.80 13.0 mm
Concrete 2.35 43.2 mm
Tungsten 17.80 3.3 mm

Compatible Projectors

  • Exertus: Dual 60, Dual 120, Fortes, ITS
  • Sentinel 880 Series, INC IR-100, Teletron, SPEC 2-T

Did You Know?

We offer Enriched Iridium-192 for customers requiring smaller focal spot sizes and similar contrast, leading to exceptional image sharpness in precision inspections.

Selenium-75

Key Applications & Advantages

Se-75 has a reduced energy output, which provides superior radiographic contrast sensitivity for thinner materials, making it the ideal choice for small components and certain vessel inspections.

  • Optimized for steel thickness between 5 mm and 30 mm
  • Lower energy spectrum means improved shielding effectiveness
  • Delivers sharp, superior quality images in its range
  • Best paired with the Exertus CIRCA for Close Proximity Radiography (CPR)

Technical Specifications

Half-Life 119.8 Days (Longer life than Ir-192)
Gamma Energy Range 66-401 keV
Exposure Rate Constant 0.20 R·m2/hr·Ci
Steel Thickness Range 5–30 mm

Shielding Reference

Material Density (g/cm3) Half-Value Thickness (HVT)
Lead 11.34 1.0 mm
Steel 7.80 8.0 mm
Aluminium 2.65 27.0 mm
Tungsten 17.80 0.8 mm

Compatible Projectors

  • Exertus: Dual 120, Fortes, Circa (Ideal for CPR), RidSe4P, ITS
  • Sentinel 880 Series (Suitable with appropriate guide tube adapter)

Best Practice Note

Due to its lower energy, Se-75 allows for significantly smaller controlled area footprints on site, improving safety and inspection efficiency in congested work areas.

Looking for Selenium-75 or Iridium-192?

Complete a quick 2-minute form for our sales team to get back to you with a comprehensive quotation.

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Radiography Exposure & Safety Considerations

Optimal radiographic results and site safety depend on balancing several key factors related to the chosen isotope source and the material being inspected.

Source Strength

Higher activity shortens the required exposure time but significantly increases the required safety distance (controlled area radius) needed on site.

Material Density

Heavier alloys or thicker sections require either a longer exposure time or a stronger source to achieve adequate film density and contrast.

Focal Spot Size

Smaller focal spots enhance image resolution but decrease radiation flux, potentially requiring longer exposure times to maintain film quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What paperwork do I need to submit?

Required documentation often includes:

  • Export Permit
  • Authorization to ship Radioactive material when sending projectors to South Africa for loading (Approved by Gammatec representative)
  • Purchase Order and/or Payment confirmation
  • Permit/license to use, possess and convey Radioactive material for Industrial use
  • Permit/license to Import Radioactive material
How does half-life work?

The decay of radioactive elements occurs at a fixed rate. The half-life of a radioisotope is the time required for one half (50%) of the unstable material to degrade into a more stable material.

For instance, if a new source has an activity of 100 Ci, after one half-life, its activity is reduced by 50% to 50 Ci. After two half-lives, it will have an activity of 25 Ci, and so on. Half-lives vary greatly; for example, Cobalt-60 (Co-60) has a half-life of about 5 years, while Iridium-192 (Ir-192) is about 74 days, and Selenium-75 (Se-75) is about 120 days.

Repairs & Services

Gammatec maintains a World-class Mechanical Workshop in South Africa with experienced technicians for repair, service, and maintenance on a wide range of RT Projectors, Equipment, and Accessories.

Customers can also use the Interactive Calibration Management System (CMS) online portal to assist in tracking their equipment sent for repair or calibration.

Sources Disposal

This is to confirm that Gammatec NDT Supplies SOC Ltd in South Africa will accept back all sources supplied by us for safe disposal.

Sources from Foreign Suppliers:

Depleted Ir-192 and Se-75 sources from foreign suppliers *may* be accepted for safe disposal by Gammatec, on condition that replacement sources are purchased on a one-for-one basis. Acceptance is based on applicable South African Import/Export regulations at the time of the request.

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