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Olympus, world leader in nondestructive testing technologies, is pleased to introduce TomoView™ 2.9—the newest software version of the TomoView ultrasonic data acquisition and analysis software suite.

Olympus, a world leader in nondestructive testing technologies and pioneer in industrial phased array ultrasound, is pleased to introduce a comprehensive inspection solution for circumferential welds in pipes with a diameter as small as 0.84 in. (21.3 mm) OD.

Olympus is pleased to announce the introduction of the new i-SPEED LT, i-SPEED TR, and i-SPEED FS high speed video cameras. These new units complement an already wide range of industrial high speed video cameras from Olympus and offer users a choice to select from a variety of models based on applications, features, and cost. Unique to Olympus, the optional Controller Display Unit (CDU) gives the user full control and live display of all of the features of each of the cameras in the range – replacing the traditional need for a PC.

Olympus is pleased to announce the introduction of the new IPLEX LX and IPLEX LT industrial videoscopes. These new small and lightweight videoscopes, which are used for a wide range of remote visual inspection of parts or structures where access is limited, offer portability, ease of use, durability, and a host of practical features.

Olympus, a world leader in nondestructive testing technologies and pioneer in industrial phased array ultrasound, is pleased to introduce the MXU-M-2.2 software for the OmniScan® M Phased Array flaw detector series.

Olympus Corporation has started production of an active guide tube for industrial videoscopes. The company will begin to accept orders on May 28, 2009, and deliveries will commence three months thereafter.

Olympus announces an important partnership with MSC Cruises, one of the world's leading cruise ship operators, to supply several IPLEX FX videoscopes for its fleet of some of the largest and most technologically advanced passenger liners afloat today.

Olympus NDT has scheduled a free webinar titled “The Benefits of Phased Array in Weld Inspection”. This 45 minute event is scheduled on Tuesday, May 19, at 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time (10:00 AM Central Daylight Time).

Olympus NDT, a world leader in nondestructive testing technologies, is pleased to introduce the Model 35RDC Ultrasonic Damage Checker.

Olympus is pleased to introduce the WeldROVER motorized scanner for nondestructive testing (NDT) on metal plate, pipes, vessels and welded components from 4 inches (100 mm) in diameter to flat surfaces and on longseam welds from 30 inches (750 mm) in diameter or larger.

Olympus is pleased to introduce the new iXU 2.1 software for the OmniScan iX industrial ultrasonic flaw detector, which is designed for high-speed nondestructive testing of industrial components.

Olympus are pleased to announce the launch of the i-SPEED 3 high speed video camera. Benefiting from outstanding image quality and a host of unique new features, the i-SPEED 3 is the latest high speed camera in an expanded product range from Olympus.

Olympus NDT, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has acquired Pulsecho Inc., a distributor of nondestructive testing instruments located in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada.

Olympus NDT has introduced the OmniScan iX, an ultrasonic flaw detector system designed for the high-speed testing of critical industrial components. This powerful and flexible industrial flaw detector can be configured for 2, 4, or 8 conventional ultrasound channels.

Olympus NDT, a world leader in nondestructive testing technologies, announces the introduction of the new EPOCH LTC digital ultrasonic flaw detector. Weighing only 2.12 lbs (0.96 kg), this handheld, sophisticated instrument is now the smallest in its line of EPOCH flaw detectors.

Olympus NDT, a world leader in nondestructive testing technologies, is pleased to introduce the Olympus BondMaster 1000e+ composite inspection instrument. The portable BondMaster 1000e+ is a versatile instrument optimized to detect internal defects or delaminations in composite structures used for aerospace, marine, automotive, or manufacturing applications.

Olympus NDT is pleased to announce the addition of the 16:16M and 16:64M manual phased array inspection modules to its OmniScan MX series. Seeing a need for a low-cost, entry-level solution for manual phased array inspection, Olympus NDT, the leader in phased array technology, has added these new entry-level flaw detectors as the newest members of the OmniScan MX product line. The new modules for manual testing provide the same advantages of phased array imaging, while keeping all the benefits of a proven product.

The new OmniScan PA 1.4 software offers a wide range of features specifically designed for NDT environments.

This 378-page book provides an overview of the principles of automated ultrasonic testing (AUT) of girth welds, and explains the many parameters that influence the results of these inspections.

Olympus NDT, a global innovator of nondestructive testing instruments, is offering free versions of its TomoVIEWER software that allows users to view and share phased array and ultrasonic inspection data.

The new Panametrics-NDT EPOCH XT Ultrasonic Flaw Detector, from Olympus NDT, is designed for great inspection flexibility and for use in extreme environments.