Understanding the technique
Provides inspection personnel for the assessment and documentation of plant equipment. Work includes reviewing asset records, inspecting condition and coordinating suitable examination methods.
Where it adds value
Pressure vessels, process piping and aboveground storage tanks during routine operation, shutdowns and project execution.
The purpose is to provide evidence that supports a defined asset decision: prioritizing maintenance, investigating degradation, assessing serviceability or documenting equipment condition. The examination is planned around the asset's operating context and the information needed by the owner.
Inspection outputs
Inspection records, equipment condition summaries, findings and recommendations within the agreed scope.
Planning considerations
Personnel certification, discipline, jurisdiction and experience are matched to the equipment and project requirements.
From scope to decision
Provide equipment identification, drawings, material details, operating conditions and previous inspection records where available.
Confirm the inspection objective, accessible locations, coverage, acceptance basis, site arrangements and reporting requirements.
Review recorded findings against the agreed scope, identify any coverage limitations and define the need for further inspection or engineering assessment.
Project questions
What information helps define a quotation?
Share the asset type, location, quantity, inspection objective and desired schedule. Drawings, previous reports and access information help the team prepare a realistic scope.
Can this technique be combined with other services?
Yes. Complementary examination or engineering assessment may be needed to characterize relevant findings. The combination depends on damage mechanisms, material, geometry and the decision required.