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Robotic Ultrasound NDT
for Turbine Producers

XL Assembly designs and manufactures fully automated ultrasonic non-destructive testing cells for gas and aerospace turbine manufacturers — combining precision robotics with reliable UT technology.

Automating UT measurements since 2018:

Siemens Energy
EMA, a Rolls Royce company

A Rolls Royce company

Rolls Royce
1.6 secs
Typical measurement time per point
<0.03 mm
Typical accuracy
24/7
Delivering results
100%
Digital traceability
up to 10.000
measurements per second
How it works

Automated Ultrasound Inspection
from Loading to Report

Our inspection cells handle the entire NDT workflow — from robotic component loading and automated path planning to UT scanning, defect analysis, and traceable digital reporting.

Automated Path Planning

Our software imports CAD geometry (GOM/Zeiss/3D data source) and automatically computes collision-free scan trajectories tailored to each turbine component — exactly as in your part specification.

UT Scanning

The robot uses a 20 MHz transducer to provide detailed wall thickness measurements on complex freeform surfaces. No immersion, a water squirter based sensor is used.

Digital Traceability & Reporting

Every scan is stored with full audit trail. Automated PDF, XML, Excel or database output for your specific acceptance criteria.

One Station, Many Products

A wide range of turbine components can be inspected in the same cell.

One Station, Many Products

Complex Shapes, No Problem

Our path planning allows to handle complex geometries with ease.

Complex Shapes, No Problem
Product Range

Inspection Cell Models

From compact to extra large measurement volume — scaled for every turbine size and throughput requirement.

InspectCell S
Model S

InspectCell S

Compact Automation Solution for Small Components

Ideal for small turbine blades. The InspectCell S delivers full ultrasound coverage in a compact footprint, perfect for high-volume production environments.

  • Small turbine blade parts
  • Visual inspection and/or ultrasound
  • Automatic part handling and loading/unloading
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InspectCell M
Model M

InspectCell M

Mid-range flexible Inspection Cell

Designed for medium-sized gas turbine vanes. The InspectCell M combines high-throughput scanning for complex multi-vane geometries.

  • Medium turbine blade parts
  • Including turn table
  • Automatic calibration with added reference targets
  • Optional automatic part handling and loading/unloading
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InspectCell XL
Model XL

InspectCell XL

Heavy-duty Inspection Cell for Large Components

Built for large power-generation turbines. The InspectCell XL integrates directly into the Zeiss/GOM Atos 3D metrology system.

  • Large turbine blade parts up to 80kg
  • Integrates with Zeiss/GOM Atos 3D metrology
  • Adaptive path planning for complex geometries
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InspectCell Custom
Custom

InspectCell Custom

Custom configurations for your needs

Not sure which model fits your components and throughput? We offer modular configurations — from robot type to sensor needs — tailored to your specific inspection requirements.

  • Adjusted for your needs
  • UT contact measuring
  • MES integration ready
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The People Behind It

Meet the Team

Deep expertise in ultrasonic NDT and industrial robotics, built at the intersection of academia and industry.

Dr.-Ing. Walter Kimmelmann

Dr.-Ing. Walter Kimmelmann

CEO & Co-Founder

Former Group Leader at RWTH Aachen Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL). Over 25 years of experience in metrology and industrial robotics.

M.Sc. Alexander Jahn

M.Sc. Alexander Jahn

CEO

Specialist in software development and robotic path planning for complex freeform geometries.

Our Partners

Ready to automate your turbine blade inspection?

Tell us about your components, production volumes, and current inspection challenges. Our engineers will propose the right InspectCell configuration for your requirements.

Write us at info@xl-assembly.com

We typically respond within one business day.