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Corrosion mapping in storage tanks using Phase-Guided Beamforming
The service life and reliability of Aboveground Storage Tanks depend on ensuring their structural integrity through corrosion mapping.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) comprises methods designed to assess the condition of materials, components, and equipment without affecting their serviceability. Its function is to identify discontinuities, degradation, and early damage mechanisms to determine service fitness and remaining life.
In the energy sector, NDT is a cornerstone of integrity management, supporting maintenance decisions, reducing unplanned failures, and optimizing availability. The evolution toward advanced techniques, digitalization, and remote inspection drives its growth in the U.S., Europe, and LATAM.
Main topics
This section gathers technical content aimed at professionals requiring a precise and applied view of NDT technologies.
Key topics include:
- Volumetric testing (UT, PAUT, TOFD)
- Surface techniques (MT, PT, VT)
- Digital and computed radiography
- Remote inspection and robotics
- Defect evaluation and remaining life assessment
- ASNT, ISO, API, and SNT-TC-1A standards
- Applications in O&G, petrochemical, energy, and mining
NDT is essential to ensure structural integrity and operational continuity of critical assets. Technical challenges include qualifications of techniques, accurate interpretation of indications, inspection in complex geometries, and adoption of advanced technologies.
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3D corrosion detection enhanced by total focusing method (TFM)
Integration of TFM in ultrasonic testing improves corrosion assessment with accurate 3D imaging and better detection in critical zones.
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Electromagnetic mapping to assess corrosion in industrial assets
Technical analysis of ACFM, MFL and Eddy current methods applied to electromagnetic corrosion mapping in complex metallic structures.
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Inspection techniques for stainless steel and dissimilar welds
Evaluation of welded joints in stainless and dissimilar steel using phased array ultrasonic testing.
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Corrosion inspection of tank annular rings using PEC
Detailed application of Pulsed Eddy Current technology for detecting corrosion in tank annular rings without removing insulation or coatings.
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Transforming industrial safety: API-574 for pipeline inspection
API-574 provides technical criteria for inspecting pipelines and assessing their integrity in demanding industrial environments.
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Non-invasive monitoring methods for tank bottoms in service
Author: Ing. Euclides Quiñonez, January 2, 2024. Storage tanks play an important role in the supply of processed products in the industry, since they…
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Fitness for service: effective assessment API 579-1
The API 579-1 fitness-for-service assessment combines structural integrity, stress analysis and regulatory criteria to define the suitability of a piece of equipment.
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Strategies for Selecting NDT according to API RP 577
API RP 577 standard facilitates the accurate selection of NDT methods in welding inspections.
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Inspection of steam reformer tubes with combined NDT
Author: Ing. Carlos Álvarez, December 10, 2023. Steam reformer tubes used in the refining, petrochemical and fertilizer industries are manufactured by the centrifugal casting…