API-compliant solutions to maintain safe operationsMechanical & Asset Integrity Inspections
A mechanical integrity program employing methods of nondestructive testing to detect structural flaws in process plant equipment, can go a long way towards keeping your working environment safe. We specialize in inspecting the following types of equipment:
API 653 / 510 / 570 Compliance
Your team understands the need to periodically inspect tanks, pressure vessels and process piping, in keeping with American Petroleum Institute (API) recommended practices. But what happens when these inspections identify flaws, cracks or corrosion? Do you have the time and expertise in-house to identify the best path forward?
Whether you need a simple API inspection or advanced engineering analysis, IIA can help. Our turnkey solutions help to maximize the life of your equipment and make your life easier.
Whether you need a simple API inspection or advanced engineering analysis, IIA can help. Our turnkey solutions help to maximize the life of your equipment and make your life easier.
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Storage Tank Inspection
In-Service
External inspections are carried out periodically to verify tank integrity using the following techniques:
- Visual inspection of tank per API recommendations
- Examination of tank foundation and compound area
- Ultrasonic A-Scan thickness testing of shell walls and roof plates
- Magnetic particle or liquid penetrant testing of suspect areas
- Settlement surveys
Out-Of-Service
Internal inspections are carried out during outages using the following techniques:
- Visual inspection of tank per API recommendations
- Examination of tank foundation and compound area
- Magnetic flux leakage (MFL) testing to locate top and bottom side corrosion on the floor plates
- Ultrasonic A-Scan thickness testing of tank floor, shell and roof plates
- Magnetic particle or liquid penetrant testing of suspect areas
- Vacuum box leak testing of welds
- Settlement surveys
Clear, Comprehensive Reports
Our reports provide a quick summary of all recommendations up front for your convenience. The details follow and include:
- Description of the tank construction, use, and immediate service history
- All testing conducted together with the results of each test
- Calculations of corrosion rate, estimated remaining life, future inspection intervals
- Tank drawings showing general construction, inspection and defect locations
- Qualifications of personnel responsible for testing your tank
Additional Services
We can also provide the following services as your total tank maintenance partner:
- Tank maintenance program development and auditing
- Quality assurance services for tank construction and repair monitoring
- CAD services for as built drawings and modifications
- Engineering support for lifting and rigging operations
- Custom engineered structural support frames