and Rail (ADR) division surpassing
€100 million (US$104 million) in annual
revenue, with growth exceeding 20%.
“By integrating Controreupe into
TRIGO’s global network, we are trans-
forming how specialized control
services are delivered in the aerospace
and defense sectors,” said Emmanuel
Marquis, Managing Director of TRIGO’s
ADR division. “This acquisition perfectly
aligns with our mission to provide
comprehensive quality solutions to our
international clients.”
TRIGO aims to triple Controreupe’s
revenue by 2030. The company plans to
create over 30 new positions, primarily for
metrologists and NDT technicians. This
acquisition is part of TRIGO’s strategy
to grow its 3D testing and measure-
ment services business, with a goal of
reaching €100 million (US$1.04 million) in
revenue by 2030 through a combination
of organic growth and acquisitions of
specialized players.
Lucile Crayssac, who joined TRIGO
in 2015, has been appointed Managing
Director of Controreupe. Crayssac previ-
ously served as International Business
Manager in TRIGO’s Aerospace and
Defense division and has over 20 years of
experience in the aerospace industry.
TRIGO is a global leader in quality
management services for the automotive,
aerospace, rail, and heavy transporta-
tion industries. With 10 000 employees
in 28 countries, TRIGO provides a full
range of services across the supply chain,
including inspection, auditing, consulting,
engineering, and training. The company
also develops advanced technological
solutions using AI, virtual reality, battery
management, and data analysis.
PIPELOGIX PARTNERS
WITH PIPEALD TO
AUTOMATE SEWER
DEFECT RECOGNITION
AND CODING
PipeLogix, a leading developer of pipe-
line inspection software, announced
in December a strategic, long-term
partnership with PipeAId, a provider
of AI-powered solutions designed
to automate and improve condition
assessments. This integration will allow
users of PipeLogix Phoenix software to
automate the recognition and coding of
sewer and stormwater system defects
and features within their existing work-
flow, resulting in greater data accuracy
and operational efficiency.
“The quality and completeness of
PipeAId’s analysis and coding, and the
simple workflow we created through a
seamless integration with our Phoenix
software, will greatly enhance the value of
customers’ investment in PipeLogix,” said
Jeremy Wagner, CEO of PipeLogix.
PipeAId was developed by Burgess
&Niple, an engineering firm with over
a century of experience in infrastruc-
ture design and maintenance. With
2025 Schedule
Brea, California facility
All Training Courses are available at
Customer’s Facility worldwide
www.testndt.com
Phased Array Training Courses
Olympus NDT approved phased array Training provider for over 20 years.
UT Phased Array L I (SNT-TC-1A)- Aug 25-29
UT Phased Array L II (SNT-TC-1A)- Sept 2-5,
UT Phased Array Composite Inspection- Sept 29-Oct 3, 2025
NDT Level I and Level II Training
MT L I /II (SNT-TC) – April 7-9, May 5-7, June 9-11, July 7-9, Aug 4-6, Sept 8-10. Oct 13-15
PT L I/II (SNT-TC) -April 10-11, May 8-9, June 12-13, July 10-11, Aug 7-8, Sept 11-12, Oct 16-17
UT L I– April 11-15, May 12-16, June 16-20, July 14-18, Aug 11-15, Sept 15-19, Oct 20-24
UT L II– April 14-18, May 19-23, June 23-27, July 21-25, Aug 18-22, Sept 22-26, Oct 27-31
Radiation Safety (IRRSP Prep)– April 7-11, May 5-9, June 9-13, July 7-11, Aug 4-8
RT L I – April 11-15, May 12-16, June 16-20, July 14-18, Aug 11-15, Sept 15-19, Oct 20-24
RT L II – April 14-18, May 19-23, June 23-27, July 21-25, Aug 18-22, Sept 22-26, Oct 27-31
Film Interpretation – Jan 27-31, July 28-August 1
ET L I – August 25-29
ET L II – Sept 2-5
VT L II – May 27-29, Nov 24-26
NDT Level III Refresher Courses
Basic Level III – April 28-May 2, Oct 6-10
VT L III – Dec 22-23
UT L III – Sept 29-Oct 1
ET L III, MT L III, PT L III, RTL III – Please call for dates
NDT Additional Training Courses
NAS410 MT/PT- Call for Dates
UT Thickness – June 30-July 2
Computed Radiography – TBA
Digital RT- TBA
Eddy Current Array Aerospace -TBA
CWI -TBA
Please contact: Cathy Harvey
Ph: USA (714) 255-1500 |Email: ndttrain@aol.com
Qualification Examinations prepared and administered. Written Practice and Procedures
service. Level III outside agency services and contracts available.
Any Training Classes can be scheduled at any time for 4 or more students. We are now
doing weekend and night classes.
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over 20 years and thousands of miles of
sewer inspection video data, PipeAId has
built and trained advanced computer
vision algorithms to identify and code
sewer defects and features according
to NASSCO standards. Every defect is
geospatially mapped through a digital
twin of the collection system, providing a
highly accurate, consistent, and detailed
representation of system conditions. This
empowers utilities to make data-driven
decisions, effectively manage assets, and
optimize maintenance and repair budgets.
“This partnership is a testament to our
focus on data quality and commitment to
unlocking the power of data through an
integration-first approach,” said Andrew
Stauffer, CEO at PipeAId.
PipeAId’s AI-powered capabilities are
now available to over 500 municipalities,
utilities, and inspection contractors using
PipeLogix. Once customers purchase the
PipeAId integration, it is activated without
the need for new software training.
PipeAId pricing follows a pay-as-you-go
model based on linear feet and includes
comprehensive quality assurance.
EXTENDE RENEWS
QUALIOPI
CERTIFICATION
EXTENDE has successfully renewed its
Qualiopi certification, which is now valid
until November 2027.
Qualiopi is a French quality standard
for training centers. In addition to the
company’s ISO 9001 certification, the
Qualiopi certification underscores the
high level of EXTENDE’s “CIVA” and
“Reliability in NDE” training programs.
For EXTENDE’s French customers, this
certification means that the company’s
training programs can now be included
in any OPCO’s reference catalog, poten-
tially enabling funding support for course
registration.
ADVANCED LEGGED
ROBOT CREATED FOR
SAFER, FASTER PIPELINE
INSPECTION AND REPAIR
Tmsuk Corporation (Kyoto, Japan)
unveiled the SPD-X, a legged robot
designed for pipeline inspection, in
January. Capable of fitting through
pipes with diameters larger than 7.87 in.
(20 cm), the SPD-X can travel at speeds
of up to 0.19 mph (0.3 kph) using its
16 legs.
Developed specifically for pipeline
inspection and repair, the SPD-X is a
significant upgrade from Tmsuk’s earlier
SPD1 model, offering improved stability
and functionality. Compared to the SPD1,
the SPD-X is smaller, longer, and roughly
3× heavier. Despite its increased weight,
it maintains the same top speed and is
now fully waterproof. The SPD-X also
features an enhanced camera, offering
360° vision at 12.3 degrees, a signifi-
cant improvement over the SPD1’s 62.2
degrees. This advanced camera allows
the robot to navigate more challenging
conditions, such as pipe joint misalign-
ment or sediment buildup.
Like its predecessor, the SPD-X is
controlled remotely via a gaming pad–
inspired controller. However, its additional
advanced legs allow it to tackle obsta-
cles more efficiently. The robot is also
designed to access narrow spaces that
are otherwise hazardous or impossible
for humans to enter.
The SPD-X is part of a growing global
network of “pipebots”—robots designed
to maintain pipeline integrity. In the US
alone, a water main ruptures approxi-
mately every two minutes, resulting in a
daily loss of six billion gallons of treated
water. Traditional inspection and repair
methods are time-consuming and
labor-intensive, but robots like the SPD-X
could significantly reduce both the time
and cost of such operations.
Tmsuk’s development of the SPD-X
included extensive 3D simulations to
predict its performance in various environ-
ments, including its ability to handle sedi-
ment buildup in pipes. Real-world testing
followed, with improvements based on
feedback from SPD1 users in 2022. These
updates addressed challenges like accom-
modating both larger and smaller pipe
diameters, handling pipe blockages, and
improving water flow.
Tmsuk plans to continue developing
robots that can operate in areas humans
cannot reach, perform dangerous tasks,
and function in environments where
traditional machinery would struggle.
The company is also focused on refining
the SPD-X to perform more advanced
tasks, helping to address labor shortages
and improve safety in hazardous work
conditions.
NEW BIOMIMETIC
PANORAMIC CAMERA
MIMICS INSECT
EYES FOR REAL-
TIME IMAGING AND
MOTION DETECTION
Natural compound eyes (NCEs) were first
studied by Robert Hooke in 1664 after
SCANNER
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INDUSTRYNEWS
Tmsuk’s SPD-X pipebot, an upgrade from its predecessor SPD1 model, has an enhanced camera
and additional legs that allow it to maneuver better through challenging areas.
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CREDIT:
TMSUK
CORPORATION