PERIODICNON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTINGOFLOAD BEARING STRUCTURES

Blakefield South FBL-55H Service Manual

PERIODIC NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING OF LOAD BEARING STRUCTURES

There are a number of key structural joints that should be examined via non-destructive testing on a recurrent basis. Ensuring that the welded joints and structures are free from cracks, defects and deformation will enable safe and efficient machine operation.

Care and Maintenance

Daily: Visually inspect the areas identified in the figure below.

Servicing

Every 1000 service hours: Conduct NDT examination on lift points, joints, etc. identified in the figure below. For recommended NDT processes please contact Bucyrus.