Testing and NDT

Howco has the utmost confidence in its manufacturing capabilities and believes in putting them to the test. With wide-ranging testing facilities at locations around the world, our qualified inspectors conduct mechanical, metallurgical and non-destructive testing using the latest equipment and techniques.

Metallurgical Tests

  • Grain Size
  • Ferrite Count
  • Cleanness Test
  • Corrosion Test
  • Micro Examination
  • Macro Examination

Mechanical Tests

  • Tensile
  • Impact
  • Hardness

Welder Tests

  • Bend : Fillet weld fracture : Hardness : Impact : Nick-break tensile
  • Macro examination in accordance with specific welding codes.

Non Destructive Tests

  • Magnetic particle examination
  • Dye penetrant testing
  • Ultrasonic examination
  • Thickness check by ultrasonic method

Available at the following locations: Houston, Sheffield, Irvine, Cumbernauld, Shanghai