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Radiation Protection in Industry – Materials Testing, Quality Assurance and NDT

Industrial applications such as X-ray inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT) or quality assurance require strict compliance with the Radiation Protection Ordinance (StrlSchV). TÜV NORD carries out expert inspections of X-ray systems, radiation-emitting devices and radioactive sources – legally compliant, practice-oriented and tailored to the industry.

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In industry, ionising radiation is used in a wide variety of applications – for example, in the X-ray inspection of welds, castings or pipelines. This enables materials testing, quality assurance and non-destructive testing (NDT) to be carried out with precision and reliability.

The Radiation Protection Ordinance (StrlSchV) defines when facilities require licensing or notification, which initial and expert inspections are mandatory, and how the protection of personnel and the environment must be ensured.

TÜV NORD provides comprehensive support in industrial radiation protection – with officially recognised expert inspections, leak testing of sealed radioactive sources, specialist training courses and practice-oriented consultancy – both nationally and internationally.

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Our Services at a Glance

TÜV NORD provides comprehensive support for the safe and legally compliant operation of radiation facilities in industry. From licensing procedures to expert inspections – we assist you with expertise, experience and practical solutions.

  • Inspections within licensing and notification procedures under the Radiation Protection Ordinance (StrlSchV) for industrial X-ray systems and gamma radiography equipment
  • Initial and recurring expert inspections in accordance with § 88 StrlSchV
  • Leak testing of sealed radioactive sources (§ 89 StrlSchV)
  • Radiation protection testing and shielding concepts for new or modified facilities
  • Calculation of controlled and restricted areas, dose assessments and protective measures
  • Clearance measurements during decommissioning, modification or shutdown
  • Specialist courses & training for radiation protection officers in industrial applications

Facility Types in Industrial Radiation Protection

  • Applications: NDT X-ray systems in non-destructive materials testing, weld inspection, aerospace engineering, mechanical and automotive engineering
  • Services: Expert inspections, support with notification or licensing procedures

  • Applications: Industrial radiography, density measurement, level control, wall thickness measurement
  • Isotopes: e.g. Cobalt-60, Iridium-192, Selenium-75, Caesium-137
  • Services: Leak testing, shielding verification, safety and access controls, licensing support

  • Definition according to § 5 (37) StrlSchG:
    Device or apparatus in which X-radiation with a threshold energy of at least 5 keV can be generated solely by accelerated electrons, with a maximum electron energy of 1 MeV, without the device being operated for the purpose of generating X-radiation.
  • Examples: Electron microscopes, certain electron analysis systems
  • Requirements: Notification or licensing obligation depending on radiation output, expert inspections to verify compliance with limit values, shielding verification

  • Applications: Materials analysis, specialised processes in R&D, test facilities in development laboratories
  • Services: Radiation protection assessments, definition of controlled areas, measurement of secondary radiation

Your Partner for Radiation Protection

As a nationally recognised and independent expert organisation, TÜV NORD provides comprehensive expertise in industrial radiation protection – including in safety-critical sectors. Our inspections and assessments are carried out in full compliance with applicable radiation protection legislation and always based on the latest state of the art. We support you throughout the entire facility lifecycle – from planning and operation through to decommissioning – and provide practical training courses and seminars for radiation protection officers as well as responsible personnel.

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Do you require a licence, inspection or training in radiation protection? Use our contact form or write to us directly by email.

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