Industrial Radiography, CT, & Metrology Support
Helping You Get Better X-ray Data—From Setup to Analysis
With 9 years of experience in industrial X-ray at Nikon Metrology and Waygate Technologies, I help customers improve inspection quality, reduce artifacts, and achieve consistent analysis results.
A Complete Approach to X-ray and CT Performance
Most vendors and support services focus on only one part of the process. I provide independent consulting and fixture design services focused on improving the entire workflow—from system qualification and data collection through processing and final analysis.
Expertise You Can Actually Use
In addition to decades of hands-on experience in manufacturing, inspection, and quality engineering, I developed and delivered CT and radiography training programs at Nikon Metrology and Waygate Technologies — including a 40-hour course supporting Level 1 and 2 certification. That depth of experience means I can explain complex problems clearly, not just solve them.
Technical Services
Radiography & CT Application Support
Practical, experience-driven guidance to improve scan quality and efficiency:
Part orientation and batch setup strategies
Source selection and resolution requirements
Scan parameters, histogram optimization, and contrast considerations
Artifact reduction and troubleshooting
Setup qualification using IQIs and CT data quality analysis (E1441-E1695)
System Alignment, Calibration, & Diagnostics
Identify and correct system-level issues that impact data quality (many CT problems are incorrectly attributed to software or materials when the root cause is alignment or calibration errors):
Electron beam alignment, spot size, and filament demand verification
FOD / FID calibration
Gun height, axis alignment, and axis backoff calibrations
Identification of subtle alignment-related artifacts
Differentiating between alignment, scan, and reconstruction issues
CT Workflow & VGStudio Max Training
Go beyond software operation to understand the full CT process:
Relationship between scan parameters and final results
Common causes of poor CT data—and how to avoid them
Reconstruction considerations and their impact
Preparing datasets for accurate evaluation in VGStudio Max
Workflow integration: system qualification → scan → reconstruction → analysis
Low-density Fixtures for Radiographic & CT Inspection
Custom fixturing designed specifically for radiography inspection and CT scanning requirements:
Low-density, CT-optimized designs
Modular and adjustable systems
Hybrid solutions (3D printed + structural components)
Designed for repeatability, stability, and efficiency
ESD-safe materials available for electronics inspection
Common Challenges I Help Solve
Inconsistent scan results between setups
Persistent artifacts despite parameter adjustments
Poor data quality with otherwise capable equipment
Difficulty achieving repeatable inspections
Uncertainty whether issues originate from setup, system, or software
Experience
Experience with nano-focus, micro-focus, and mini-focus CT systems at Nikon Metrology and Waygate Technologies, including:
Application studies and feasibility evaluations
Training material development, customer training, and technical instruction
System calibration and repair
Fixture design for complex and sensitive parts
If you are looking to improve your radiography or CT workflow, solve a specific problem, or develop custom fixturing, feel free to reach out.