Engineering the Impossible
At Russell NDE Systems Inc., we don’t just use technology—we create it. Our dedicated team of engineers specializes in developing custom NDT solutions for clients facing unique inspection hurdles. From designing advanced robotic crawlers to pioneering electromagnetic sensors, we transform complex industrial problems into actionable data.
Our R&D facility is a fully integrated innovation hub. We utilize SolidWorks™ for precision mechanical design and Magnet™ for advanced finite element modeling of electromagnetic fields. Because we handle every stage of development in-house—including hardware, electronic circuitry, firmware, and software—we maintain total control over quality and performance.
Our expertise specifically shines in the design of electromagnetic inspection devices such as Eddy Current (ECT), Remote Field (RFT), and Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL). Whether you require down-hole tools, array probes, or specialized software to predict the useful life of buried assets, our custom NDT solutions are engineered to be accurate, durable, and traceable to the National Institute of Standards (NIST).
Our R&D department has been recognized with multiple AStech Awards for Industrial Innovation and the Frost & Sullivan “Best in Class” award. We are proud to provide custom NDT solutions and support for some of the world’s most demanding organizations:
“Russell has for over twenty years supplied HSI Group and IESCO numerous NDT instruments, custom sensors and software, probes and calibration standards which have allowed HSIG to grow our businesses by offering a world-class suite of services for the Petrochemical and Power industries. Their products and customer support are second to none in performance and reliability. Russell is a valued partner, and we highly recommend them for both standard products and R&D undertakings.”
President, Boiler Inspection & Engineering, Inc.
The quote below was presented a public (NACE) conference after repeat use of an in-line inspection Tool commissioned by Shell Canada and designed/built by Russell NDE:
“Since 2008, repeat inspections have occurred on Waterton pipelines. Comparative analysis results between the RFT logs have shown the technique’s ability to:
Shell Canada
“Just wanted to let you know that we exposed pipe 7340 this morning and found the defect exactly where you said it would be. It was so thin that they punched a hole in it just cleaning off the dirt.“
City of Raymore
We start with a technical discovery call to review your asset geometry and degradation type to determine the feasibility of a custom solution.
Yes. Most of our NDT solutions involve proprietary client data. We strictly adhere to confidentiality protocols and can operate under your legal framework.
Absolutely. We build, test, and calibrate all hardware in-house and can provide specialized technicians to support initial field trials and training.
We develop flexible software and firmware with custom export formats to ensure data integrates seamlessly into your Asset Integrity Management (AIM) platform.
Timelines vary, but our vertical integration (mechanical, electronic, and software all in-house) significantly accelerates the path from concept to field-ready prototype.
We write software in C++, Python and various other languages to control our instruments and to provide GUI’s (Graphical User Interfaces) to allow users to operate the system. Russell can develop custom firmware/software for you, including software that has built-in Machine Leaning (ML) capabilities. Take your product to the next level with Russell custom software.
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If your asset integrity program is limited by current technology, it’s time for a custom approach. Our R&D team is ready to engineer the tools and software you need to stay ahead of degradation. Contact Russell NDE today to discuss how our custom NDT solutions can secure your facility’s future.
