SynSpect
Weld inspection that measures, checks, and records.
SynSpect measures every weld along its full length on the scanner you already use, checks each reading against the code, and returns a pass, check, or fail recommendation your inspector can trace.
Fig 2.0 / Measurement panel
- Code
- CSA W59
- Joint
- T-joint, fillet
- Weld
- 5 mm fillet
- Parent
- 8 mm plate
| Reading | Measured | Limit | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leg length, vertical | 6.4 mm | pass | |
| Leg length, horizontal | 4.9 mm | check | |
| Throat thickness | 3.6 mm | check | |
| Reinforcement height | 0.3 mm | pass | |
| Convexity (face bulge) | 0.3 mm | pass | |
| Concavity (face dip) | 0.5 mm | pass |
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2 readings are within measurement uncertainty of their limits, so they go to your inspector.
- 01Readings on every cross-section
- 02100% of the weld length
- 03CSA W59 / AWS D1.1 / ISO 5817
SynSpect measures and recommends. Your inspector decides.
Before and after
What changes on your line.
| Topic | Manual inspection | With SynSpect |
|---|---|---|
| MethodVisually and with hand gauges | Comprehensive readings on every cross-section, along the full weld | |
| ResultA judgement | A measured value against the code limit | |
| Borderline weldsCalled on the spot | Flagged as check and sent to your inspector | |
| EvidenceWhat was written down | An immutable record with per-cross-section evidence | |
| Sign-offYour qualified inspector | Your qualified inspector |
Operator view
What your team sees.
Fig 2.1 / 3D model with defect markers
Recorded dataRecorded weld 114
The scanned weld, with every flagged reading pinned to where it was found.
The readings
Comprehensive readings on every cross‑section.
Taken along the full weld length, not on a sample.
Sizing
- Leg length, horizontal
- Leg length, vertical
- Effective throat
- Reinforcement
- Weld width
Profile
- Convexity
- Concavity
- Toe angle
- Leg ratio
Surface discontinuities
- Undercut depth
- Undercut length
- Overlap
- Surface porosity
- Spatter
- Gouges
- Excess or insufficient fill
- Crater effects
- Waviness
- Continuity
Parent-side context
- Plate angle
- Distortion
- Gap
Verdict logic
Pass, check, or fail. Per reading and overall.
3.1
Pass
The reading is inside its limit by more than the measurement uncertainty.
3.2
Check
The reading is within measurement uncertainty of its limit. SynSpect does not call it. It goes to your inspector with the evidence.
3.3
Fail
The reading is outside its limit by more than the measurement uncertainty.
The overall verdict follows the worst reading. Your qualified inspector (CWB or CWI) keeps disposition authority and sign-off.
Fig 3.4 / The check band
Inspection record
An immutable record for every part.
Exported to your MES, quality system, or historian in the format you need. API available on request.
- Record ID
- Unique per inspection
- Timestamp
- When the scan was taken
- Part ID
- From the line or the operator
- Weld recipe
- Weld size, plate thickness, loading, quality level
- Code
- CSA W59, AWS D1.1, or ISO 5817, with the configured edition
- Readings
- Every reading, on every cross‑section, with the limit applied
- Verdict
- Per reading and overall
- Disposition
- Your inspector's decision and sign-off
Scope
What it does, and what it doesn't.
What SynSpect measures
- Surface geometry and surface-visible discontinuities.
- 100% of the weld length, not a sample.
- The same objective measurement every time, on every shift.
- Fillet and T-joint welds today.
What it does not do
- It is not volumetric NDT. It does not find internal porosity, subsurface cracks, or lack of fusion below the surface.
- It complements RT, UT, and PT. It does not replace them.
- It does not sign off. Your qualified inspector (CWB or CWI) keeps disposition authority.
Standards
- CSA W59
- AWS D1.1
- ISO 5817
Limits resolve per weld recipe: weld size, plate thickness, loading, and quality level. Edition and quality level are configured per customer.
We are working to expand SynSpect to all weld types, and to more codes as customers need them.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Does it replace our inspector?
No. It automates and documents the inspection. Your inspector keeps authority and handles flagged exceptions.
Does it need the internet?
No, not to inspect. SynSpect runs on-premises and offline.
Does it find internal defects?
No. It measures surface geometry and surface-visible discontinuities. It complements RT, UT, and PT.
Which scanners does it work with?
SynSpect is hardware agnostic. It works with laser-line profilers and 3D scanners, mounted or handheld, through the maker's SDK or a custom integration.
What if we do not have a scanner yet?
Get in touch. We will help you work out whether SynSpect is the right fit, and what your line would need.
Which weld types does it support?
Fillet and T-joint welds today. We are working to expand SynSpect to all weld types.
Start with one part on your line.
We run SynSpect against your own gauges, and you decide when it goes live.