SONOTEC representatives Andreas H. Ogrzewalla and Brian Kavanagh attended the ASNT Annual Conference 2026, held from October 12 to 15 in Columbus, Ohio, USA. Organised by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), the event brought together professionals from industry, research and inspection services to discuss developments in non-destructive testing (NDT).
Under the theme “Together We Lead,” the four-day conference focused on technical knowledge exchange, emerging inspection technologies and developments shaping the NDT industry. Technical presentations, panel discussions and exhibition-floor conversations provided opportunities to explore new applications, practical inspection experiences and industry challenges.
Ultrasonic Testing Takes Centre Stage
Modern ultrasonic testing methods and their applications across industrial sectors received particular attention during the conference. Discussions covered developments in inspection techniques and the evolving requirements of industrial testing applications.
Ultrasonic testing is widely used in NDT to examine materials and components for internal discontinuities and other indications without causing damage. Advances in ultrasonic sensor technology and inspection methods continue to support applications across manufacturing, industrial maintenance and quality assurance.
SONOTEC Engages with NDT Professionals
At the SONOTEC booth, discussions centred on the requirements of modern inspection tasks, ultrasonic sensor technology and solutions for non-destructive testing. The company's representatives exchanged views with users, researchers and industry professionals on current developments and application-specific requirements across different sectors.
These interactions provided an opportunity to discuss practical inspection challenges and the technical requirements associated with different industrial applications.
International Collaboration in NDT
With thousands of participants from industry, research and inspection services, ASNT Annual Conference 2026 provided a platform for professional networking and technical exchange. Discussions on inspection methods, industrial applications and technological developments highlighted the role of collaboration in advancing non-destructive testing practices.
SONOTEC's participation enabled the company to engage with professionals working across the NDT sector and exchange perspectives on the technologies and requirements influencing inspection activities.
