Energy Magazine December 2015 | Page 96

APPLUS RTD

No fancy slogans or big marketing strategies are necessary here : The difference between Applus RTD and its competition is the company ’ s innovation and technical excellence . With a platform based on radiography , ultrasonic and imaging technology , Applus RTD has in-house state-of-the-art capabilities to develop and build / produce its own equipment .

Because of this , Applus RTD , the global leader in Non-Destructive Testing ( NDT ) and inspection services , can tailor its equipment to high-end niche markets in both the pipeline and LNG tank construction industries .
“ We develop the technology , and we build the mechanics around it ,” said Herman Quakkelsteijn , Asia-Pacific Manager of Major Construction Projects . “ That ’ s what differentiates us . It ’ s our own product .
“ Most of our competitors buy off-the-shelf AUT equipment or RT equipment . They ’ re supplied by the likes of the known industry giants and offer services with their backup support . At Applus RTD , we have our own technical experts and R & D people . If we need a quick
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