Ultrasonic Testing at ASNT 2025: Tradition Meets Innovation
Traditional ultrasonic testing (UT) isn’t going away. It’s evolving.
This year’s competition features EPRI’s Virtual NDE Ultrasonic Simulator (VNDE), a cutting-edge tool that allows technicians to gain hands-on experience with manual inspections, without the need for costly physical mockups. Think you're up for the challenge?
8 October, 2025
Competition Rounds:
8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Finals:
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (top 2 competitors)
Registration Deadline: 30 September 2025
Format:
- UT Shearwave testing
- Main competition:
- Two different samples per competitor – detection and dimensioning of IGSCC
- 1–1.5 hours per testing session
- Main Event:
- Final round will feature two crack sizing samples per competitor
Prizes:
- 1st Place: $1,000
- 2nd Place: $500
What You'll Test:
Each competitor will examine validated samples using the same VNDE simulators, complete with:
- Mini procedures for each sample type
- Equipment direction sheets
- Weld joint drawings
- Standardized report forms
All samples have been validated by 10 Subject Matter Experts, ensuring fair and accurate competition standards.
THANK YOU TO OUR UT COMPETITION EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER & SPONSOR