Application Experience on UNI EN 12927–Section 14.3.5 in the Expertise of “Domenico Di Santolo” Laboratory at the University of Trieste

Non-destructive testing (NDT) is crucial for assessing the integrity of materials and structures without affecting their functionality, particularly in safety-critical sectors such as transportation and infrastructure. Among NDT techniques, the magneto-inductive (MI) method plays a key role in wire rope inspection, enabling the detection of metallic cross-sectional losses due to wear, corrosion, or mechanical damage. The UNI EN 12927:2019 standard provides guidelines for the execution of MI testing on ropes used in ropeway systems, detailing both procedural and equipment-related requirements, including checks and verification protocols. This article examines the technical aspects of the UNI EN 12927:2019 standard and explores its practical implementation, with a focus on the experience of “Domenico Di Santolo” Non-Destructive Testing Laboratory at the University of Trieste, which is currently the only European facility undergoing accreditation according to UNI CEI EN ISO/IEC 17025 for MI equipment verification.