The AGFA STRUCTURIX U from Waygate Technologies is a dependable X-ray film processor designed for mid to high-volume NDT film workloads. It supports both sheet and roll films, making it suitable for fabrication shops, inspection contractors and industrial NDT facilities that require consistent processing throughout the day.

The processor maintains stable film quality through controlled replenishment and a uniform infrared drying system. This helps teams achieve repeatable results on welds, castings and structural components without excessive chemical consumption or operator intervention. Its compact footprint and controlled chemical flow support efficient operation in labs, workshops and mobile film-processing setups.

A built-in developer cooler helps maintain chemical stability during continuous use or in warm environments. For offshore work, the STRUCTURIX U is available in a reinforced configuration built to handle vibration, humidity and restricted space.

To keep film operations running smoothly, Labquip NDT also supplies AGFA STRUCTURIX films and processing chemicals. For regular users, we can forecast usage and hold local warehouse stock, ensuring fast availability during shutdowns, RT campaigns or routine production work.

Applications

1.Weld Radiography (Pipelines, Fabrication, Structural Steel)

• High-throughput processing for pipeline contractors, fabrication yards and structural weld inspection teams working to ASME/EN codes.

2. Offshore Oil & Gas (North Sea)

• Reliable film processing for platform RT campaigns where digital systems are impractical and consistent output is critical.

3. Power Generation & Nuclear

• Stable film density and repeatable chemistry control for boiler tubes, turbine components and safety-critical nuclear inspections.

4. Aerospace Components

• Processing of radiographs for machined parts, castings and complex assemblies used in MRO and production.

5. Castings & Forgings

• Suitable for dense cast parts, investment castings and forged components used across automotive, rail and heavy industry.

6. Corrosion Monitoring

• Supports film-based examinations of pipe supports, tank shells and inaccessible areas where film is still preferred.

7. Rail Industry

• Used in depot environments for wheels, axles, bogies and safety-critical rolling stock components.

8. Heritage, Archaeology, Anthropology & Museums

• Suitable for processing films from delicate artefacts, fossils and conservation work.
• Radiographs of skeletal remains, archaeological finds, bone fragments, mummified material and heritage artefacts where fine detail and consistent film density are essential for analysis.
• Commonly used by university anthropology labs, museum conservation teams and archaeological research groups working with delicate or non-destructive examinations.

Service & Maintenance

Labquip NDT provides full service and preventative maintenance to ensure consistent processing quality and long equipment life.

Our support includes:

• Routine cleaning of racks, filters and internal fluid paths

• Inspection of rollers, gears and drive mechanisms

• Use of AGFA Dev Clean and Fix Clean for controlled chemical maintenance

• Checks on electrics, safety interlocks and temperature stability

• Assessment for leaks, abnormal noise and mechanical wear

Regular maintenance helps reduce downtime, improve film consistency and maintain safe operation in demanding NDT environments.