Another exciting market for our UT systems
Recent changes in regulations from flight administration authorities such as the FAA and EASA have led jet engine OEMs to mandate immersion ultrasonic (UT) inspection for specific engine components during periodic Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations. These new directives have driven airlines and MRO service providers to urgently acquire UT tanks to meet compliance.
Parts now requiring immersion UT inspection include:
- CFM 56-5B & 7B: High-Pressure Turbine (HPT), fan disk, and front rotating air-seal
- CFM LEAP: High-Pressure Turbine (HPT)
- P&W V2500, 1100 and 1400 (GTF): High-Pressure Turbine (HPT) and High Pressure Compressor (HPC)
- GE-90 Spool
Each part has specific inspection standards, and ScanMaster’s immersion tanks and technologies are fully compliant. Dedicated tools have also been developed for scanning in challenging areas, such as narrow bores, to ensure comprehensive inspections.
In response to this demand, over 20 LS-200LP-1200 systems have been purchased from ScanMaster in the past two years, with the latest installation completed at the IBERIA service center in Madrid. As the global MRO network continues to face a significant shortage of UT tanks, airlines are struggling to secure available MRO services, driving a rapidly growing market need.
ScanMaster’s R&D roadmap for MRO applications includes developing more specialized tools and further automating inspection processes, which are critical for reducing engine turnaround time (TAT) and adding value for MRO providers.
We invite you to connect with MRO service providers and airline technical teams in your region to explore these emerging opportunities. For further details or support, feel free to reach out to ScanMaster.
