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News in Acoustic Ultrasound


CTRL PowerBeam 300
Pinpoint ultrasound from up to 300 feet (100m) away using the PowerBeam 300 extended range attachment along with the CTRL UL101 receiver...
CTRL Systems
Apr 18, 20221 min read
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Ultrasound Certification Course
Whether you are an ultrasound novice or a long-time user of the technology, this class will benefit anyone who is interested in expanding...
CTRL Systems
Apr 14, 20223 min read
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International Aboveground Storage Tank Conference & Trade Show
The 24th annual International Aboveground Storage Tank Conference & Trade Show is being held in Orlando, FL April 13-15. CTRL Systems is...
CTRL Systems
Apr 11, 20221 min read
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Acoustic Ultrasound Solutions for Electrical Inspection
Airborne and structured-based (A&SB) ultrasound can be used to detect various electrical faults; including corona discharge, tracking,...
CTRL Systems
Mar 15, 20222 min read
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Ultrasonic Leak Detector
CTRL Systems has designed an easy-to-use device that is more sensitive than any other ultrasound detector in the world. With the UL101...
CTRL Systems
Mar 7, 20222 min read
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Types of Maintenance
Maintenance of industrial equipment has traditionally been conducted on a time-based schedule, but as only a relatively small percentage...
CTRL Systems
Mar 7, 20222 min read
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Reliability Centered Maintenance
InCTRL is our tiered database management platform. InCTRL Basic is a free desktop and mobile app that allows teams to create surveys in...
CTRL Systems
Feb 24, 20222 min read
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Reliability is Built on Ultrasound
If you can hear your asset failing, it’s already too late. Acoustic ultrasound technology can detect impending asset failures long before...
CTRL Systems
Feb 23, 20222 min read
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Acoustic Ultrasound Technology
At the most basic level, an ultrasound listening device (ULD) converts ultrasound into the audible range, delivering that demodulated...
CTRL Systems
Feb 18, 20222 min read
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The Experts in Acoustic Ultrasound
CTRL Systems Inc offers comprehensive maintenance and reliability solutions for aviation and aerospace, industrial maintenance, military,...
CTRL Systems
Feb 16, 20222 min read
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Technology Integration through Turnkey Implementation
Once a decision is made to implement ultrasound, many organizations fail to achieve the desired benefits. There are several reasons...
CTRL Systems
Feb 11, 20222 min read
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Ultrasound Leak Detector Solutions
Airborne and structure-based (A&SB) ultrasound detection can be used to easily locate leaks within a noisy environment. CTRL Systems has...
CTRL Systems
Feb 2, 20221 min read
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Ultrasound for Predictive Maintenance
Predictive maintenance goes a step beyond PM by monitoring the condition of critical components in order to predict failures that could...
CTRL Systems
Jan 30, 20223 min read
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Condition Based Monitoring Program
CBM ultrasound testing is performed using an ultrasound listening device in conjunction with data capture software. By recording the...
CTRL Systems
Jan 28, 20225 min read
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Acoustic Ultrasound Technology
The top end of the human auditory scale is around 20 kHz. Our high-quality ultrasound detection equipment listens at a frequency of 40kHz...
CTRL Systems
Jan 28, 20222 min read
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Ultrasound Condition-Based Monitoring
Condition-Based Monitoring” (CBM) or, in some instances, “Condition Monitoring” (CM). CBM ultrasound testing is performed using an...
CTRL Systems
Jan 25, 20223 min read
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CTRL UL101 Leak Detector
The UL101 Leak Detector quickly locates the ultrasound waves produced by compressed gas and vacuum leaks. Simply aim the leak detector in...
CTRL Systems
Jan 20, 20222 min read
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CTRL Systems Client Testimonials
Since 1989, CTRL has been designing, manufacturing, and integrating acoustic ultrasound solutions for our clients around the world....
CTRL Systems
Jan 19, 20222 min read
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Technology Assisted Steam Trap Diagnostic Program
A portion of all the generated steam produced at a boiler house is commonly lost in the distribution system. Failing steam traps largely...
CTRL Systems
Jan 18, 20225 min read
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Ultrasound Detection for Power Generation Condensers
Ninety percent of the power plants in the United States are fueled by coal, nuclear materials, natural gas, and oil. These thermoelectric...
CTRL Systems
Jan 17, 20224 min read
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Integrating Ultrasound Technology
Once a decision is made to implement ultrasound, many organizations fail to achieve the desired benefits. There are several reasons...
CTRL Systems
Jan 14, 20222 min read
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Predictive Maintenance Integration
When companies begin exploring incorporating ultrasound technology and devices into their preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive...
CTRL Systems
Jan 13, 20226 min read
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Registro a Curso de Certificación 2022
Haga su programa de Ultrasonido Acústico más robusto y completo certificando a su personal. Nuestro entrenamiento está diseñado bajo el...
CTRL Systems
Jan 13, 20221 min read
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Implementing a Predictive Maintenance Program
When incorporating ultrasound into your PdM program, consideration must be given to your existing procedures. Questions like what are we...
CTRL Systems
Jan 13, 20222 min read
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Ultrasound for Predictive Maintenance Applications
When companies begin exploring incorporating ultrasound technology and devices into their preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive...
CTRL Systems
Jan 12, 20222 min read
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Benefits of Ultrasound Technology
Ultrasound is instantaneous. There is no waiting for an expert to get back with you once they’ve reviewed the data or oil sample that you...
CTRL Systems
Jan 11, 20223 min read
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Benefits of Acoustic Ultrasound
Pressure and Vacuum Systems Ultrasonic inspection technology really works. Consider this. Packages are moving along a 20,000-foot...
CTRL Systems
Jan 10, 20223 min read
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Ultrasonic Inspection in Space
NASA is always on the cutting edge of new technology and fosters its implementation for practical applications. NASA has been aware of...
CTRL Systems
Jan 9, 20223 min read
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Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance
If you are using an ultrasonic sensor for leak detection and not achieving the expected results, there are better tools available. If...
CTRL Systems
Jan 7, 20224 min read
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Ultrasound Sensors for Leak Detection
Ultrasonic sensors detect ultrasound transmitted by turbulent flow produced by gas molecules escaping through a crack, hole, or seam from...
CTRL Systems
Jan 6, 20222 min read
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Ultrasound Leak Detection for Power Generation Condensers
Ninety percent of the power plants in the United States are fueled by coal, nuclear materials, natural gas, and oil. These thermoelectric...
CTRL Systems
Jan 6, 20224 min read
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Precise Lubrication with InCTRL
Control the lack and excess of lubrication with airborne ultrasound. Did you know that 40-70% of bearing failures in industries are due...
CTRL Systems
Jan 5, 20223 min read
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Partial Discharge Detection Using Acoustic Ultrasound
Partial discharges (according to IEC standard 60270) are harmful electrical discharges in electrical systems. The early detection of...
CTRL Systems
Jan 3, 20222 min read
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Increasing Personal Safety Using Airborne Ultrasound Inspection
According to the last report by the Occupational Security of Health Administration (OSHA), in 2015 there were approximately 2.9 million...
CTRL Systems
Jan 2, 20224 min read
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CTRL Ultrasound in the Railroad Industry
We help manufacturers use the UL101 for quality control to reduce their inspection time and improve quality, safety, and energy at their...
CTRL Systems
Dec 22, 20211 min read
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Condition-Based Monitoring System
The ability to instantly see, hear, monitor, & diagnose bearings at your fingertips. What is InCTRL? InCTRL the cloud-based ultrasound...
CTRL Systems
Dec 19, 20211 min read
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Improving Safety By Using Airborne Ultrasound Inspection
According to the Occupational Security of Health Administration, in 2015 around 2.9 million employees were injured or faced non-fatal...
CTRL Systems
Dec 17, 20212 min read
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Ultrasound Leak Detector Solutions
Noisy Environment? Not a Problem. Airborne and structure-based (A&SB) ultrasound detection can be used to easily locate leaks within a...
CTRL Systems
Dec 15, 20212 min read
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Ultrasound Hydraulics Solutions
CTRL’s airborne ultrasound solutions can quickly and effectively locate hydraulic fluid system leaks, even during peak operation....
CTRL Systems
Dec 15, 20211 min read
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Acoustic Ultrasound Solutions
Airborne and structured-based (A&SB) ultrasound can be used to detect various electrical faults; including corona discharge, tracking,...
CTRL Systems
Dec 15, 20212 min read
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Ultrasound Condition-Based Monitoring
Ultrasound for the Paper and Pulp Industry Multiple corrugator facilities adopted ultrasound CBM; CTRL developed implementation program...
CTRL Systems
Dec 14, 20212 min read
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Ultrasound for the Food and Beverage Industry
Multi-Site Compressed Air Energy Savings Full ultrasound inspection of each site’s compressed air system. All failures were located,...
CTRL Systems
Dec 13, 20212 min read
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Ultrasonic Leak Detection Set
One of our customer’s B777 aircraft was placed on AOG due to multiple write ups of the nose gear strut’s nitrogen pressure being low....
CTRL Systems
Dec 10, 20212 min read
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Leak Detection for Hydraulic Systems
Current Procedures Two different procedures to verify hydraulic system integrity include visual inspection and pressure decay testing. A...
CTRL Systems
Dec 9, 20212 min read
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Leak Detection for Power Generation Condensers
Ninety percent of the power plants in the United States are fueled by coal, nuclear materials, natural gas, and oil. Leak Detection...
CTRL Systems
Dec 8, 20214 min read
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Condition-Based Monitoring for Power and Energy
CTRL Systems is heavily involved with the implementation of acoustic ultrasound technology for leak detection and condition-based...
CTRL Systems
Dec 6, 20211 min read
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Acoustic Ultrasound for Commercial Aviation
CTRL Systems is proud to be vetted and approved for AOG and life cycle maintenance for all Boeing Commercial jet aircraft. The CTRL UL101...
CTRL Systems
Dec 3, 20211 min read
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Ultrasound Partial Discharge Detection
Partial discharges (according to IEC standard 60270) are harmful electrical discharges in electrical systems. The early detection of...
CTRL Systems
Dec 1, 20211 min read
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Acoustic Ultrasound Applications for Power
While helium leak testing is the most common leak detection method in the industry, it has many disadvantages, such as having...
CTRL Systems
Nov 30, 20211 min read
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CTRL Acoustic Ultrasound Systems
High quality ultrasonic inspection devices can be used for trouble-shooting suspect areas, for verification of repairs and proper...
CTRL Systems
Nov 29, 20212 min read
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