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June 2, 2020
Validating PIG Data to Save Millions

IIA Field Services Division Specializes in Validating ILI PIG Data

ILI is a common, non-destructive examination practice that uses tethered and untethered “smart pigs” to detect internal pipe irregularities or damage.
May 29, 2020

The Importance of 3D Documentation for Critical Tooling

In this modern era, 3D documentation is a vital part of many manufacturing processes, particularly where quality assurance and control of critical tooling are concerned. In this age of computer-aided design, it is shocking that many manufacturers still depend on engineering prints for their manufactured parts and rarely maintain drawings/documentation for critical tooling.
May 21, 2020
Pre-Start Health and Safety Review

Understanding Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews: What Is It and When Is It Triggered?

A PSHR is an Ontario requirement to be completed prior to any new or modified apparatus, structure, or process undergoing operation.
May 18, 2020

The NDT Technician Who Knows That Being Adventurous Is The Way to Learn

Michael McIntosh was formally trained at the Canadian Institute for NDE (CINDE) and attributes most of his expertise to learning it in the field.
May 15, 2020

Robert Roedell: Meet the IIA Lifting Services Leader with Ninja Tricks

Rob Roedell joined the IIA Lifting Services in 2008 as an inspector and quickly transitioned to an aerial device and crane inspector.