FOERSTER
Semi-finished product testing

Automation and precision in semi-finished product testing

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FOERSTER Test Systems develops turnkey solutions for the automated, non-destructive testing of semi-finished metallic products. Combining decades of mechanical design expertise with advanced sensor and software technology, FOERSTER delivers complete testing lines for tubes, bars, wires, and profiles. From electromagnetic and ultrasonic inspection to smart automation and intuitive software control, every FOERSTER system ensures precise detection, seamless operation, and measurable quality in production.

Use-cases

: Surface defects such as cracks, pores, or inclusions can compromise the strength, performance, and safety of materials and components. FOERSTER testing systems enable reliable, non-destructive crack detection – from semi-finished products to finished parts, across various materials and geometries.

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: Laminations and inclusions inside metal sheets or tubes can compromise structural integrity and performance. FOERSTER testing systems use ultrasonic technology to detect such internal discontinuities during production – ensuring consistent material quality and safety.

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: Precise wall thickness measurement is vital for ensuring the dimensional accuracy and structural integrity of tubes, sheets, and profiles. FOERSTER testing systems use the ultrasonic pulse-echo method to perform continuous, non-destructive thickness control with exceptional precision and repeatability.

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: Monitoring hardness and microstructure is essential to ensure that materials meet required performance and quality standards. FOERSTER testing systems enable fast, reliable, and non-destructive verification of material properties – directly in production or during maintenance.

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: Reliable detection of tube blank impacts and mandrel breakage is vital in seamless tube production. FOERSTER eddy current systems act as intelligent sensors that monitor both events in real time – ensuring smooth rolling processes, protecting equipment, and preventing production interruptions.

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Integrated testing technology for highest production quality

Comprehensive testing expertise

The FOERSTER Business Unit Test Systems (TS) provides complete solutions for surface and volumetric inspection of semi-finished products. Our modular systems integrate seamlessly into rolling mills, drawing or welding lines, and finishing operations—ensuring continuous quality control in demanding production environments.
Products such as CIRCOFLUX DA for AC flux-leakage testing, CIRCOGRAPH Product Family and DEFECTOMAT Product Family for eddy-current inspection, and MAGNATEST D-HZP for material property testing deliver reliable, reproducible results at high throughput.

Automation and intelligent software

For customer-specific automation, FOERSTER designs tailored test lines using systems like ROTOMAT DA and TRANSOMAT DA, adaptable to various diameters and testing speeds. The Instrumentation Software coordinates all instruments—including third-party devices—through one central interface, enabling unified job management, synchronized data, and seamless connection to higher-level production control systems.

Intuitive operation and real-time insight

The Operation Software offers an intuitive GUI for direct instrument control with customizable multi-screen layouts. Together with the high-definition C-Scan visualization of the ROTOMAT/TRANSOMAT Product Family, it enables 360° detection of oblique and natural defects with high reproducibility—reducing manual re-inspection and improving process efficiency.
In bar and plate inspection, BARPROOF (phased-array ultrasonic) and PLATEPROOF or DEFECTOVISION IR extend FOERSTER’s expertise to complete ultrasonic and thermographic testing solutions.

Engineering excellence and global support
Decades of mechanical and electrical design experience ensure durable, maintenance-friendly test lines precisely matched to customer requirements. From concept to commissioning and service, FOERSTER acts as your single partner worldwide—providing expert training, technical support, and 24/7 assistance for maximum system uptime.