What is BS EN 13018-Non-destructive visual testing about?

BS EN 13018 is a European Standard that specifies the general principles for visual testing both directly and remotely when it is used to determine the compliance of a product with specified requirements.

BS EN 13018 does not apply to viewing activities linked to the use of any other destructive or non-destructive test method.

Who is BS EN 13018-Non-destructive visual testing for?

BS EN 13018 on non-destructive visual testing is useful to:

Mechanical and manufacturing industry
Electronics industry
Electrical equipment manufacturers
Construction industry
Chemical industry

Why should you use BS EN 13018-Non-destructive visual testing?

Visual testing is the most commonly used NDT method across all industries and is based on inspecting for flaws that are visible to the naked eye. Visual testing is used to detect flaws that are visible to the naked eye, such as deformation, welding defects, and corrosion.

BS EN 13018 specifies the general principles for visual testing both directly and remotely when it is used to determine the compliance of a product with specified requirements.

Adopting BS EN 13018 can help you achieve good product quality and durability by assisting you in the precise detection of defects in products and product components.

What’s changed since the last update?

BS EN 13018:2016 supersedes BS EN 12953-3:2002 which is withdrawn. BS EN 13018:2016 has the informative Annex E technically changed with respect to BS EN 12953-3:2002.

BS EN 13018:2016

Non-destructive testing. Visual testing. General principles

Current, Under Review

Published:

29 Feb 2016