Founded in 2004 by Trish Phelps and partners, Techna NDT manufactures nondestructive-testing tools and accessories for commercial aviation, carrying forward the eddy-current and ultrasonic expertise pioneered by Boeing engineer Van Phelps. The Kent company is licensed by Boeing to produce the ST8871 composite reference standard used on the 787, and its manufactured items include calibration certificates and certificates of conformance.
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Boeing license to produce ST8871 composite reference standard
Compliance program
BOEINGST8871
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NDT International, IncOperating under the same ownership and at the same location since January 1971, NDT International, Inc. designs and supplies nondestructive testing instruments and provides related technical services. The West Chester company began as a manufacturer’s representative and supplier of ultrasonic personnel, later developing patented monitoring equipment and instruments used by nuclear facilities and the U.S. Navy. Today it pairs its own U.S.-made ultrasonic gauges and flaw detectors with equipment from more than 20 partner companies, along with calibration, consulting and inspection support.334519WEST CHESTER, PA
PH Tool Reference StandardsFounded by Phil Herman Sr. in 1973, PH Tool Reference Standards manufactures custom nondestructive-testing reference standards and calibration test blocks in Pipersville, Pennsylvania. Its in-house operation includes 40 purpose-built sinker EDM machines and 15 CNC mills, allowing the company to produce everything from fine EDM notches to standards weighing more than five tons. PH Tool also recertifies standards made by other manufacturers and maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification with NIST-traceable inspection.PIPERSVILLE, PA
Curtis Industries, IncEstablished in 1986, Curtis Industries, Inc. produces reference standards for the nondestructive testing industry. The company makes ultrasonic test blocks and custom standards, and says its products are inspected using NIST-calibrated equipment. Its stated customer markets include aerospace, automotive, defense, medical, and nuclear industries.KITTANNING, PA
Connect-Tec IncA Cleveland-based U.S. small business, Connect-Tec has been known for aerospace test and measurement work since 1997. It supports military and commercial aviation customers with automated test solutions, including service for legacy platforms and turnkey facilities for aircraft programs.HUDSON, OH