Universal Air Repair expands its operation to include Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) services. UAR now offers magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, eddy current, ultrasonic and visual inspection. UAR named Karl Smith NDI Manager and Chief Inspector. Smith is level 3 certified and an ASNT member. His services will be available on-site at customers
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