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:
1:30 - 3:00 p.m. (top 2 competitors)

                  
REGISTER FOR THE COMPETITION

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