Inspection, repair, and maintenance are some of the most important services for the nuclear industry. In the field of industrial inspection, non-destructive testing of the integrity of structures or materials, without damaging them is key to help identify any potential problematics and help predict maintenance, optimise operations and reduce costs.

There are many technologies for carrying out inspection and maintenance in extreme environments to help ensure the integrity of materials and infrastructure. Inspections, periodic tests and industrial maintenance operations are generally part of the legal safety requirements for any nuclear facility.

Checking the condition of equipment, difficult to access pipework or even waste containers, can be challenging, time-consuming but nonetheless essential, even if that mean extrapolating or overscheduling maintenance. It is probable time for a breakthrough innovation to optimise goals and resources.