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The Latest Advancements in NDT inspections and Analysis
Many industrial plants are facing largescale disruptions in their operations due to the effects of the pandemic. There is a case for adopting new approaches to cut costs, enhance efficiency, and save time. An NDT inspection company today will employ cutting-edge...
4 Applications of RBI Inspections in Modern Industries
Rapid urbanization and industrialization are forcing organizations to increase their assets to meet market demand. RBI inspections can provide a more cost-effective approach over other traditional risk assessment procedures. RBI Inspections now allow organizations and...
Colorado SB-181, The New Bill Impacting the Oil and Gas Industry
Today we had the privilege to hear from Randy Camardelle to learn about the new Colorado bill that the state enacted in 2019. It is called SB-181 and has a few new rules that will be impacting the oil and gas industry in Colorado. Specifically rule 605 and rule 905....
Why You Need to Transition from Time-Based to RBI Inspection Approach
Processing plants are huge, complex environments with interconnected assets, each that requires unique monitoring considerations. Your facility may have extensive equipment and thousands of miles in piping that require constant monitoring. Traditionally, this...
Why You Need Your Storage Tank Certified and Inspected
If you run a business in which you store multiple liquids, you probably have storage tanks of some sort. Whether these liquids are hazardous or completely benign is irrelevant if you've never considered storage tank inspection services, because you might end up with...
How NDT Inspection Can Save Your Organization’s Wallet
If you work in an industry that has to store materials (usually fluids) in storage tanks, you may have seen how they can be difficult to inspect. Visual tests were intrusive, costly, and they are no longer considered as the best practice now that we have better, more...
5 Reasons to Use Drones for NDE Inspections
An NDE inspection company may use a drone to enhance safety and lower the cost of the inspections. While NDE tests are reliable, they can benefit from the use of aerial systems. Drones have better mobility and can generate more accurate results. Drones can also help...
3 Tips for Determining When to Have a Storage Tank Inspection
Metal corrosion is the bane of most industrial storage tank solutions. The global corrosion costs stand at a staggering $2.2 trillion every year, approximately 3% of the world’s GDP. Closer home, corrosion sets back each US armed service an average of $5 billion...
5 Types of NDE Inspections to Test Above Ground Storage Containers
Industrial plants need massive above-ground containers to store chemicals and oil. The plant must maintain the structural integrity of the plant by assessing damages and repairing faults. Unfortunately, evaluations can disrupt operations within the facility....
We’re a Proud Member of The Louisiana Veterans First Business Initiative
LOUISIANA VETERANS FIRST BUSINESS INITIATIVE We're happy to announce that we are now certified members of The Louisiana Veterans First Business Initiative. The Louisiana Veterans First Business Initiative was championed by Governor John Bel Edwards during the 2019...
6 Incredible Benefits of Regular Industrial Tank Inspections
The environmental protection agency estimates there are over 700,000 bulk above-ground storage tanks spread across the nation. Industrial tank inspections are critical in the operation of any facility. While the tanks and vessels are engineered to withstand extreme...
Corrosion 101: What Causes It and How You Can Fight Back
It's no secret that corrosion is a serious problem that many industries experience from infrastructure to the armed forces. In fact, corrosion costs each of the U.S. armed services an average of $5 billion every year. This common issue can cause a whole array of...
3 Types of Storage Tank Inspections and Why Your Facility Needs Them
Above ground storage tanks play an important role in many different industries. Oil, the number one substance stored in these industrial tanks, is only one of the industries that storage tanks serve. Because these industrial storage tanks house hazardous substances,...
Intelligent Access for Innovative Solutions
InServe Intelligent Access InServe’s Intelligent Access services aim to provide innovative solutions for clients. Each method below is intended to equip facilities in surveying equipment to review their current condition and evaluate their overall reliability. The...
Answers to Our 5 Most Frequently Asked Questions
What is Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) and Do I Need It? API-580 defines Risk-Based Inspection as “A risk assessment and management process that is focused on the loss of containment of pressurized equipment in processing facilities, due to material deterioration.”...