Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)

The MPI unit (P/N PD-AFLCMC-EZPT-19-01-II,), is a type of non-destructive testing (NDT) that is utilized to detect surface and shallow subsurface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials such as iron, nickel, cobalt, and some of their alloys. MPI is critical technology that is used to maintain and support various equipment throughout the Air Force and has a service life of 25 (twenty-five) years. Typical MPI units consist of an induction coil, a tank to hold suspension and particles, and a booth with a hood to remove light. MPI works by either directly or indirectly magnetizing a material. Magnetic particles in either dry or wet suspension are then applied to the magnetized material. If the material has a surface or subsurface discontinuity magnetic flux will be leaked, magnetic particles are attracted to the flux leakage indicating the discontinuity to the user.

This is a 5 year (1 basic and 4 option years) requirements type contract. BEQ is 18 EA per year. Magwerks P/N MW-3509A-01, NSN assigned 6635-01-688-0546. The first delivery will be 120 days ARO Order followed by 2 (two) units per month to follow.

Awarded contract FA8533-20-D-0004 to MAGWERKS CORPORATION for 6799441.50 on 2020-05-08.