GE Inspection Technologies to acquire phoenix/x-ray.BILLERICA, Mass. -- GE Inspection Technologies has signed a definitive agreement to acquire phoenix|x-ray, a leader in high-resolution computed tomography high-resolution computed tomography Imaging CT at slice–collimation scan interval widths of ≤ 4 mm, which is narrower than the usual 1-3 cm interval 'slices' obtained in conventional CT imaging. Cf Spiral computed tomography. (CT) / X-ray technology used in non-destructive testing (NDT NDT Newfoundland Daylight Time ) applications. The transaction will be completed upon receipt of regulatory approvals. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. GE Inspection Technologies' acquisition of phoenix|x-ray broadens GE's non-destructive testing offerings, adding innovative 3D computed tomography Computed tomography (CT scan) X rays are aimed at slices of the body (by rotating equipment) and results are assembled with a computer to give a three-dimensional picture of a structure. , micro- and nano-technology systems to GE Inspection Technologies' current non-destructive testing portfolio. This expanded technology suite will serve a wide variety of GE's customers in the aerospace, power generation, oil & gas, automotive, industrial and microelectronics industries. "Phoenix|x-ray has a strong reputation in the non-destructive testing world and is a highly complementary addition to GE Inspection Technologies' X-ray product line," said Caroline Reda, President & CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of GE Inspection Technologies. "The acquisition will enhance GE's technology in X-ray testing machines, adding CT capability that has a much finer resolution than our current GE technology. This resolution capability for metal and composite imaging is integral to our mission to provide customers with a broad portfolio of high-tech and valuable non-destructive testing solutions." Phoenix|x-ray is a manufacturer of high-resolution 2D X-ray inspection systems and 3D computed tomography systems for non-destructive testing. Since its inception in 1999, phoenix|x-ray has grown to employ a global staff of more than 100 employees. The company's headquarters, including production, research and development, are located in Wunstorf, Germany. Additional service centers are located in Stuttgart, Munich, St. Petersburg (USA) and Manila (Philippines). For more information, visit www.phoenix-xray.com. About GE Inspection Technologies GE Inspection Technologies is a leading innovator in technology-driven inspection solutions that deliver productivity, quality and safety to our customers. The company designs, manufactures and services radiographic radiographic (rā´dēōgraf´ik), adj relating to the process of radiography, the finished product, or its use. , ultrasonic, remote visual inspection and eddy current Eddy current An electric current induced within the body of a conductor when that conductor either moves through a nonuniform magnetic field or is in a region where there is a change in magnetic flux. It is sometimes called Foucault current. equipment to inspect, monitor and test materials and equipment without disassembly dis·as·sem·ble v. dis·as·sem·bled, dis·as·sem·bling, dis·as·sem·bles v.tr. To take apart: disassemble a toaster. v.intr. 1. , deforming or damaging them. Its products are used in a wide range of industries, including Aerospace, Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Process and Automotive. The company has 11 application centers around the globe and offers a range of services including repair, on-site RVI RVI Radio Vlaanderen Internationaal (public broadcaster of the Flemish Community in Belgium) RVI Remote Visual Inspection RVI Renault Vehicules Industriels RVI Residual Value Insurance RVI Reverse Interrupt inspection services, calibration, training and upgrades. GE Inspection Technologies has 1,300 employees at more than 25 facilities in 25 countries worldwide. To learn more about GE Inspection Technologies visit www.ge.com/inspectiontechnologies |
|
||||||||||||||
Printer friendly
Cite/link
Email
Feedback
Reader Opinion