Portable Flaw Detectors Overview Ultrasonic (UT)non-destructive testing (NDT) flaw detectors are used to detect and size subsurface defects and anomalies in many materials.We manufacture a complete line of high-quality portable ultrasonic instruments for a wide range of applications such as weld inspection, petrochemical and oil and gas piping & tubing, nuclear power pressure vessels, aerospace components, aircraft maintenance, forged products, and heavy metals.