Welcome to SPEC
Source Production & Equipment Co., Inc. (SPEC) is a leading supplier of industrial gamma radiography equipment, specializing in Iridium-192, Selenium-75 and Cobalt-60 devices, sources and associated equipment. We have been dedicated to providing the best possible products at the greatest value since 1974.
SPEC produces the safest and most reliable radiography equipment available, under the auspices of a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program approved by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Our policy is to combine uncompromising design with state-of-the-art fabrication techniques. Safety, durability and ease of maintenance are the primary design criteria for all SPEC products. Take a look at our products pages to find what you are looking for. We can ship to any location worldwide. Many shipments go out the same day the order is received, assuming the item is in inventory.
We stand behind our mission statement 100%. Our overriding objective is to know and exceed the expectations of our customers through a commitment of uncompromising safety and quality of products and services.
We invite you to contact us if you need more information on our products or services or to place an order. We look forward to hearing from you soon

SPEC History
Source Production & Equipment Company, Inc. (SPEC) is a leading manufacturer of industrial gamma radiography equipment and radioactive sources, and a distributor of many related radiography supplies for the nondestructive testing industry worldwide.
Originally founded in Kenner, Louisiana in 1974 by Dick Dicharry, SPEC now occupies two facilities in St. Rose, Louisiana to meet production, research, and development needs. Currently, more than twenty-five dedicated employees work together to meet the needs of industry under the leadership of President R.D. “Donny” Dicharry and Vice-President Kevin Schehr.
Our policy toward quality is to combine uncompromising design with state-of-the-art fabrication techniques. SPEC produces the safest and most reliable radiography equipment under auspices of a comprehensive Quality Assurance Program approved by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Durability, ease of maintenance and safety are the primary design criteria of all SPEC products.
Our fully automated administration, sales and shipping departments are committed to providing prompt and efficient attention to your orders. SPEC’s team of qualified professionals is geared to respond quickly to your company’s needs—even last-minute priority shipments—anywhere in the world! Training seminars and emergency assistance are all part of our commitment to provide the highest level of service to the NDT industry. Finally, our service comes to you in the finest tradition of caring for our customers.
SPEC’s pledge is simply to provide superior industrial radiography products and services at the lowest possible price. We back this pledge with a 100% guarantee of customer satisfaction. We appreciate your business and are eager to work hard to earn your trust.
At SPEC, “The Source of Quality,” our highest priority is always you!
Mission
SPEC is its people, united to be a premier, financially secure organization recognized as a world-class manufacturer and supplier of gamma radiography equipment.
We will:
Be an outstanding employer with employee participation in the decision making process.
Be the industry leader by excelling in product design, quality, and value; and in customer satisfaction, marketing, market responsiveness, and innovation.
Conduct ourselves with unfailing commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.
Work with government and other stakeholders to improve safety in the radiography industry.
Produce safe products and conduct operations that ensure the protection of the public and the environment.
While achieving this mission, SPEC will investigate and capitalize on other business opportunities,SPEC will grow.





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