Equipment inspection involves assessing the physical condition and structural performance of components and systems to determine operational fitness. It is a cornerstone of integrity management, enabling detection of damage, degradation mechanisms, and deviations from design.
In the energy sector, inspection supports maintenance decisions, RBI intervals, and operational continuity. Globally, it evolves toward advanced techniques, remote inspection, automation, and digitalization, with wide adoption in the U.S., Europe, and LATAM.
Main topics
This section gathers content for inspectors, engineers, and integrity specialists.
Key topics include:
- Visual, dimensional, and specialized inspection
- RBI evaluation and asset criticality analysis
- Inspection of vessels, piping, tanks, and structures
- Thickness, deformation, and defect monitoring
- Remote techniques (drones, crawlers, ROVs)
- Compliance with API 510, 570, 653, and ASME
- Inspection planning, execution, and documentation
Inspection is essential to validate equipment integrity and prevent failures affecting safety, environment, and production. Challenges include adequate coverage, interpretation of results, regulatory compliance, and adoption of new technologies.
Hydrostatic testing of pipes: critical errors and hidden risks
In-service underwater inspection: Monitoring and structural integrity
Fusion welding of non-ferrous materials: Techniques and best practices
CWI Certification: Ensuring welding quality and safety
Immersive training in NDT with VR/MR in industrial inspections
Where is underwater welding headed? Future trends and challenges
Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
Technologies used in the inspection of natural gas pipelines
Best practices for industrial inspections and maintenance
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AMPP Annual Conference + Expo 2026 to be held in Houston this March
API Summit: Women in Mechanical Integrity Discuss Challenges and Opportunities
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