Corporate Information - News
New Magnetic Ring Bench Installation
Wendy comes back to NDT Services Ltd
NDT Services Ltd open new Caustic Etch Facility
NDT Services Ltd supports go-karting schoolboy
New Power Services Division for NDT Services Ltd
Changes at the European Services Division
NDT Services supports Melbourne Youth Development
NDT Services' "Marathon Man"
Football match; NDT Services Allstars v Accrofab Blue-Sox
June 24th 2008
On a balmy June evening, NDT Services Ltd took to the football field in answer to a challenge from one of their clients, Accrofab, in a match which was played at the Moorways pitch in Derby.
The game was officiated in his own inimitable manner, by Peter Maiden, who got the job due to the fact the he had the kit, the flags and whistle, and no one else wanted to do it.
The game kicked off with both teams probing for an early goal, and it was NDT who struck first, after 15 minutes, with a well placed far post header from Jake Manley, after some sterling [albeit slightly fortunate] work from the NDT skipper, Max Eyre.
As the pace of the game understandably slowed from sedate to almost pedestrian towards half time, Accrofab scored with a well worked equalizer.
The half time air was thick with anticipation, heaving lungs and Nobby’s cigar smoke, and for the first time in the match, tactics were discussed and substitutes were brought on to replace those who would not last out the second half.Tommo assumed his normal position, and issued new instructions for the second half.
It has to be said that Gary [Growler] Ginno, showed more flair and artistry in the second half, when he was running the line!
The second half got under way with a rejuvenated NDT playing with more purpose. The “Goal machine” [aka, Kevin Lock] came close with a header that scraped the bar, and several other chances went begging from the same player, before skipper, Max Eyre jinked past a couple of defenders on the edge of the box, and showed him how to do it, making the score 2 – 1 to NDT.
Accrofab, who had an unbeaten record stretching back 8 years, were not going to accept defeat without a fight, and continued to contribute with good attacking play and resolute defending, but it was NDT who were to score again, when Max Eyre played a quick one-two with Michael Vaughan, and then laid the ball on a plate to Locky, who couldn’t miss.
Accrofab continued to press and were rewarded 20 minutes from the end with another well worked goal, making the score 3 – 2, in the favour of NDT.
Accrofab now had the bit between their teeth, and only some experienced defending from Collo and Tommo, kept them at bay, and in the dying moments of the game NDT sealed the win when Locky calmly finished in front of goal, to restore the two goal lead.
The game was played in the right spirit from both sides, and NDT had match winning performances from Collo, Tommo, Michael Vaughan and Andy Boulton, with skipper Max Eyre being nominated as Man of the Match.
New Magnetic Ring Bench Installation
March 2008 saw the installation of a newly modified Magnetic Particle Ring Bench, at the Kegworth laboratory of NDT Services Ltd.
The original bench had been manufactured by Johnson and Allen of Sheffield, so they were asked to design and add a removable offset threader bar, and also provide a new 6000 amp pack to power the unit.
(pictured left: Technician Gary Ginno working on the new Ring Bench
Surface Inspection Inspection Manager Max Eyre said that the new bench gives the capability to test ring type components both quicker and more effectively, which will result in faster turnrounds and reduced prices for this type of test.
For details of availability contact; Max Eyre on 01509 680082 or e mail at max.eyre@ndtservices.co.uk
Wendy comes back to NDT Services Ltd
During February 2008, NDT Services Ltd were pleased to welcome Wendy Endsor back as Financial Administrator, to complement the front office team.
Wendy, who originally joined NDT Services Ltd as part of the CoMech acquisition, had left to take a position closer to her home, but following the decision of the previous Administrator to leave the Company in the New Year, the Company was more than pleased to find that Wendy wanted to come back, and happy that she readily accepted the offer to return.
NDT Services Ltd open new Caustic Etch Facility
NDT Services Ltd are pleased to announce the opening of their new Caustic Etch Facility at the Kegworth laboratory.
The facility has been designed and installed by PE Ltd of Birmingham [www.pe-limited.com] to comply with the requirements of Rolls-Royce specification RPS 676, and will be used for the etching of aluminium castings prior to dye penetrant inspection.
Systems training and personnel examinations in accordance with RPS 676 was undertaken by Olson Projects Ltd in January, with the system coming on line in February 2008.
Managing Director, Graham Tomlinson said that the system has been installed at the request of clients who are looking for a faster turn round on this type of inspection, and he is anticipating that this new facility will lead to an increase in enquiries from both existing and new customers alike.
(pictured left: Technician Andy Boulton working on the system.)
For details of availability, please contact Max Eyre at NDT Services Ltd on 01509 680082 or by e mail at; max.eyre@ndtservices.co.uk
NDT Services Ltd supports go-karting schoolboy
NDT Services Ltd have agreed to sponsor 13 year old Kegworth schoolboy Brett Smith, in the Rotax Minimax Go Kart racing series.
Brett wrote to local businesses looking for sponsors, and as a result of this, and after meeting with him and his dad, Adrian, a sponsorship deal was agreed.
Brett joined Trent Valley Kart Club in January 2007, and obtained his racing licence later that year. He is supported throughout by his dad, who acts as chief engineer, engine tuner and transport manager.
NDT Services Ltd Operations Director, Phil Morris, says "We are pleased to be able to support Brett, and we were very impressed when we received his initial letter. He showed great initiative in approaching local businesses for support.
We now look forward to receiving his post meeting e mail to see how he has got along, plus, we can follow his lap time improvement by visiting the web site".
Check on Brett's progress by visiting www.karting.co.uk/results/, click onto Trent Valley Kart Club, then onto Minimax and then onto Brett Smith.
(pictured left: Brett showing his second "Novice" trophy of the year.)
New Power Services Division for NDT Services Ltd
Following a request to supply specially trained staff to carry out inspections inside reactor vessels during Nuclear Power station shutdowns, the demand for technicians to work within this industry sector has grown significantly. As a result of this growth, NDT Services Ltd has created a specific Power Services Division, to complement the existing Site Services Division.
(pictured left: Tim Cresswell)
Heading up the new division is Tim Cresswell, who joined NDT Services Ltd in May 2007 as a result of the acquisition of CoMech.
Tim, who has a wealth of experience in this industry sector is being supported in this role by Peter Bryan, who similarly has great experience in this type of work, due to his previous ownership of Eurospection.
(pictured left: Peter Bryan)
The division currently employs around 25 experienced technicians, qualified in techniques such as Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle, Dye Penetrant, Radiography and Eddy Current testing.
For more information, contact Tim Cresswell on 01509 680088 or e mail at; tim.cresswell@ndtservices.co.uk
Changes at the European Services Division
NDT Services Ltd has announced the following organisational changes to their European Services Division.
Following the transfer of Peter Bryan to the newly formed Power Services Division, and the retirement of his wife Lilian, NDT Services Ltd are pleased to announce that June Lilly will take over responsibility for the European Services Division, ably supported by Sue Archer and Fiona Stokes.
(pictured left: June Lilly)
(pictured left: Sue Archer)
The team of June, Sue and Fiona have been stalwarts of the business from past Eurospection days, and their on going involvement ensures continuity for both staff and customers alike.
For further information contact the Cannock office on 01543 462 676 or e mail; june.lilly@ndtservices.co.uk
(pictured left: Fiona Stokes)
NDT Services supports Melbourne Youth Development
(Announcement from Melbourne RFC)
Melbourne Rugby Club is delighted to announce a new sponsorship deal with Kegworth based NDT Services Ltd, who have made a 'generous' offer of sponsorship to Melbourne RFC Minis' and Juniors' section for 2008/09.
NDT Services Ltd, UK leaders in materials testing and specialist inspection services, will become one of the club's Playing Kit sponsors for the start of next season.
"We are delighted that NDT Services has chosen to sponsor us," comments Crawford Fisher, Chairman of Melbourne RFC Minis & Juniors section. "It is crucial to a growing amateur club such as ours to receive financial support. Our Minis and Juniors regularly compete with big city clubs such as Sheffield, Stoke, Nottingham, Derby & Lincoln & financial support such as this further helps MRFC Minis and Juniors to compete at a high level in Midlands Rugby. We are very pleased with the generosity of NDT Services, and we hope that they will profit from being a sponsor of this growing and successful grass roots club"
NDT Services Ltd Managing Director Graham Tomlinson sees the sponsorship offer as a wonderful way to encourage young people into sport locally:
"We are always keen to help local kids develop. Playing rugby for a well-run club like Melbourne is a fantastic way of learning a whole range of social & life skills that will help them develop as young people. Playing for Melbourne RFC can be a positive influence in so many ways "
Visit; www.melbourne-rfc.com
NDT Services' "Marathon Man"
NDT Services Ltd radiographer Rob Collington took part in this years London Marathon, posting a very respectable 3 hours 31 mins 26 secs in his very first marathon run.
42 year old Rob raised almost £2,700.00 for a local Multiple Sclerosis Resource Centre in the process.
Having completed the London Marathon in April, Rob now seems to have got the marathon bug, he has just completed the Edinburgh marathon in late May, posting a slightly improved time of of 3 hours 28 mins 10 secs.
Not only that, but he has now applied to run in the New York Marathon in November this year, watch this space for further news!