TPAC (The Phased Array Company)

TPAC develops ultrasonic non-destructive testing (NDT) technology designed to integrate into advanced inspection systems and industrial environments. The company supports system integrators, OEMs, and inspection teams in industries such as oil & gas, energy, and manufacturing, facilitating the implementation of reliable ultrasonic inspection solutions, from field applications to fully automated production lines.

Its value lies in:

• Streamlining the deployment of automated inspection systems.
• Reducing integration complexity with robotics, scanners, and production environments.
• Providing engineering teams with full control over ultrasonic acquisition and data.

By combining high-performance electronics, modular design, and open-platform software, TPAC offers a flexible ecosystem of hardware, software, accessories, and engineering support.

With a portfolio that includes inspection equipment, software, accessories, and engineering services, TPAC positions itself as a technology partner for industrial organizations requiring reliable ultrasonic inspection for both conventional and demanding applications. Its offering covers a wide variety of use cases, including weld inspection, corrosion mapping, composite materials, additive manufacturing, and analysis of complex geometries. The company also stands out for the interoperability of its solutions with robotic systems, scanners, gantries, immersion tanks, and customer-developed software environments.

Why Choose TPAC?

• Open architecture: direct access to data and development tools for flexible deployment and efficient system integration.
• Broad technological scope: support for conventional UT, phased array, FMC/TFM, PWI, PCI, and adaptive methods.
• Comprehensive offering: hardware, software, accessories, and engineering support within a single ecosystem.
• Direct global presence: teams located in North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Proven adoption in critical sectors: including aerospace, energy, automotive, nuclear, and industrial manufacturing.

Selected Customers and Use Cases

• Publicly referenced organizations include Airbus, Boeing, Siemens, Toyota, EDF, Framatome, CNRS, CEA, TWI, and Rolls-Royce.
• The Explorer platform’s compatibility with UTEX IW Scan 1.3 and Testia’s NDT Kit software supports automated workflows in aerospace and immersion applications.
• The Pioneer platform is widely used by universities and research centers worldwide, including Iowa State University’s CNDE, for ultrasonic NDT research.
• TPAC systems have been referenced in technical papers related to automated circumferential weld inspection using TFM.

How Does TPAC Work?

1. Evaluates the inspection application and technical requirements.
2. Configures the appropriate hardware and software architecture.
3. Provides support for integrating the solution with scanners, robots, or customer systems.
4. Supports deployment in laboratory, field, or production environments.
5. Provides ongoing technical support, training, and engineering assistance.

Connect with a TPAC specialist and design your custom NDT solution.