Ultrasonic Surveys
WHY RELIABILITY SOLUTIONS?
OUR MISSION
At Reliability Solutions, our mission is to help industries uncover what can’t be seen or heard before it becomes a costly problem. Through advanced ultrasonic testing, we identify inefficiencies, leaks, and early-stage faults that compromise performance and drive up energy costs.
By combining precise instrumentation with expert analysis, we give clients the insight they need to make informed maintenance decisions and extend the life of critical assets.
Every ultrasonic survey we perform is about more than just detection it’s about prevention, efficiency, and protecting your bottom line through smarter reliability practices.
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We research, develop, deliver and continuously improve our “Best-In-Class” value added products so that our clients are completely delighted.
We accomplish this work with high performance work teams who are specialists in their field of endeavors.
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We still believe that a handshake is our word.
We will always use excellent business principles to grow our company.
We strive to ensure that we are a great company to work with and to work for.
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FAQ
What is an ultrasonic survey?
An ultrasonic survey uses high-frequency sound detection to identify hidden equipment problems. It can detect issues like bearing wear, leaks, arcing, tracking, and corona discharge in electrical systems problems that are often invisible until failure occurs.
What is the difference between direct contact and airborne ultrasonic testing?
- Direct contact ultrasonic testing measures noise output in decibels to evaluate bearing performance and create a performance history for trend analysis.
- Airborne ultrasonic testing detects leaks, arcing, and electrical discharge without physical contact, making it ideal for high-voltage equipment, steam traps, vacuum systems, and compressed air lines.
What types of problems can ultrasonic surveys find?
Ultrasonic surveys are effective at identifying:
- Bearing performance issues
- Air, steam, and vacuum leaks
- Transformer and electrical discharge problems
- Faulty steam traps, gaskets, seals, and ductwork leaks
- Compressed air system inefficiencies
How can ultrasonic surveys save money?
Leaks and inefficiencies can add up to major costs. For example, operating an air system at 100 PSIG with just a ¼” leak can cost approximately $11,904 per year in wasted energy. Identifying and repairing leaks through ultrasonic surveys prevents unnecessary profit loss and improves efficiency.
Do I need to shut down equipment for an ultrasonic survey?
No. Ultrasonic testing is non-invasive and can be performed without shutting down operations, making it safe and efficient for production environments.
Can Reliability Solutions inspect an entire facility?
Yes. We can perform ultrasonic inspections on individual pieces of equipment or design a facility-wide program that includes routine surveys, detailed reporting, and follow-up recommendations.
How do I get started with an ultrasonic survey?
Contact our team at [email protected] or call (251) 490-2999 to schedule an ultrasonic inspection and start reducing waste, improving safety, and saving profit dollars.
Where are ultrasonic surveys typically used?
They are widely used in manufacturing, energy, marine, and facility maintenance to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and prevent costly failures before they happen.