A virtual replacement for Radiography (Cross sectional view of the weld as below) TOFD is safer than Radiography testing and more environmentally friendly. Because No Ionizing radiation is required, the inspection does not interfere with the production process. TOFD inspections can therefore take place in parallel to production work. TOFD known to generally allow for better weld defect identification, location and accurate sizing. TOFD has High probability of detection (POD), Low False Call Rate, High accuracy in flaw sizing. The TOFD technique is a fully computerized and automated system able to scan, store, and evaluate indications in terms of height, length, and position with a grade of accuracy never achieved by other ultrasonic techniques. Thicknesses within the range of 6 to 450 mm can be examined. TOFD examinations are possible to temperatures of up to 250ºC. Acceptable to ASME Sec VIII (Pressure Vessels) & ANSI B 31.3 (Piping) in lieu of Radiography.