NON-DESTRUCTIVE EVALUATION, NDE SOLUTIONS

Turn-key response with integrated multi-disciplinary engineering expertise

Consulting NDE solutions aimed at providing the tools, training, and services necessary to complete the fundamental inspections and documentation necessary for integrity projects.

Creep / Service Damage Detection

NDE solutions specifically designed for finding damage to equipment operating at high temperature and high pressure, including components made from advanced materials such as Grade 91.

Once critical locations are determined, Structural Integrity’s NDE professionals perform high energy piping inspections with the latest tools, technologies, and techniques. Examinations for service-induced damage employ time of flight diffraction, linear and annular phased array technologies for girth welds, and seam welded pipe.

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Weld Acceptance Examinations

For new construction and replacement weld examination services, SI is well-versed in code-compliant ultrasonic examinations performed in lieu of radiography. Code-compliant UT examinations can be performed per the requirements of B31.1 and B31.3, including applications of ASME Case 189.

Additionally, SI has developed techniques and procedures for performing UT in lieu of radiography examination to support waterwall and tubing replacement activities. Since these exams can be conducted concurrent with construction activities (i.e., no radiation source), results are higher welding production rates and more timely delivery of results for any repair needs.

Structural Integrity Associates | NDE Solutions | Dissimilar Metal Weld, DMW

Nuclear Non-destructive Evaluation (NDE)

SI has a long history in the development and application of ultrasonic testing in the Nuclear industry, accomplishing many industry firsts:

First, to apply Phased Array UT (PAUT) in lieu of radiography on an ASME Class 1 component
First, to develop and qualify a manual PAUT procedure for weld overlays
First to create and qualify a manual PAUT procedure for the examination of dissimilar metal (DM) welds
First, to develop and qualify an automated PAUT procedure capable of examining heavy-wall, full-structural weld overlays installed on main loop RCS piping
First, develop, qualify, and deploy a manual-encoded PAUT procedure to examine DM welds with our LATITUDE™ non-mechanized encoding technology.

Today SI continues to innovate and offer Section XI, Appendix XIII, and other examinations in the Nuclear industry. Typical NDE services provided in the nuclear sector include Section XI, Appendix VIII Automated and Manually Encoded Examinations.

Corrosion Mapping

UT thickness testing may be performed using a relatively coarse grid over a large area, resulting in a sampling of thickness measurements, though far from a map of the internal topography of the pipe.

SI uses a high-resolution ultrasonic dual-matrix phased array probe for thickness mapping. This probe can be used with an encoding device or scanner to generate a detailed map of component thickness over large areas.

Advantages

Digital data record allows third party verification and routine monitoring
Non-Invasive Inspections (NII)
Encoded semi- and fully automated scanning available
Manual encoded examinations with LATITUDE™
On-line inspections, even at elevated temperatures

Penstock NDE Assessments

Penstock failures can be catastrophic. Proper identification of all the degradation mechanisms is critical.

We evaluate degradation mechanisms, development of acceptance criteria, determination of assessment methodologies, inspection equipment & techniques, and flaw evaluation. Structural Integrity uses the latest technology and methods, deliver unmatched value, actionable information, and engineering knowledge to manage your most critical assets.

Pressure Vessel NDE

Structural Integrity provides truly integrated engineering solutions for High-Pressure Equipment by applying advanced engineering tools and inspection techniques. Our vast experience brings this together for solutions that can reduce life cycle cost, reduce downtime and extend equipment life.

Applying these modern techniques can lead to a more accurate assessment of your equipment’s fitness for service. Armed with the facts about equipment condition, owners can make informed decisions about asset management.

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TURBINE & GENERATOR MULTIDISCIPLINARY SERVICES

Solutions to ensure a safe, reliable, and efficient operation.

We bring an in-depth understanding of turbine and generator operation complexities and familiarity with industry issues, including known flaw locations and orientation in similar machines. This insight and experience lead to targeted inspections that maximize resources and minimize outage times.

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