FLAWED
Flawed Specimen Design, Validation & Testing
Specialist inspection validation services delivered by Test Inspect Group
About Flawed
Flawed is a specialist delivery function within the Test Inspect Group, providing engineered flawed specimens and validation support for non-destructive testing (NDT), training and inspection qualification activities.
From bespoke flaw design and controlled defect placement to destructive testing and metallurgical analysis, Flawed supports the validation of inspection techniques, training outcomes and procedural compliance across safety-critical industries.
Our Core Capabilities
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Destructive Testing
Tensile, hardness, Charpy impact, bend and fracture testing to verify material properties, performance and defect behaviour.
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Flawed Test Specimens
Design and manufacture of bespoke flawed specimens (e.g. weld joints, plates and components) for NDT procedure validation, training and operator assessment.
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Material Analysis
Metallographic, macroscopic and microscopic examination, including corrosion assessment, coating evaluation and defect characterisation.
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Procedure Qualification
Technical support for procedure and technique qualification in accordance with ISO, ASME and EN standards.
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Rapid Sample Analysis
Fast-turnaround testing and analysis to support validation programmes and project-critical decision-making.
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Welder and Weld Procedure Qualification
Support for welder and welding procedure qualification activities, including destructive testing and verification of compliance ranges.
Why Choose Flawed?
- Specialist expertise in destructive testing and flawed specimen design
- In-house manufacture of representative defects for realistic validation and training
- Delivered under the Test Inspect Group’s accredited management systems
- ISO 9001 accredited laboratory ensuring accurate, traceable results
- Trusted by fabrication shops, OEMs, training bodies and inspection providers nationwide
We Support Clients Across:
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Oil & Gas
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Power Generation & Renewables
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Structural Steel & Fabrication
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Aerospace & Transportation
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Manufacturing & Engineering Services
Governance & Delivery
Flawed operates as a specialist delivery function within the Test Inspect Group. All services are delivered under the Group’s accredited management systems, technical governance and reporting framework.
