corrosion and materials
Inclusions and their impact on the corrosion of chromium alloys
Inclusions affect the corrosion resistance of chromium alloys in industrial applications.
July 20, 2025
Carlos Álvarez
Mechanical Engineer, with Level III certification by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) in Ultrasound and Radiography. He has more than 29 years of experience in the oil and gas sector in companies such as PDVSA and inspection services related to the oil sector..
Publications of Carlos Álvarez
non destructive testing
Unlocking Tank Commissioning: The Crucial Role of NDT
NDTs allow for the evaluation and assurance of optimal tank conditions during deployment, repair, and industrial maintenance.
September 28, 2022
non destructive testing
Discover NDT’s crucial role in tank commissioning
NDTs ensure that a storage tank meets safe and operational conditions before being put into operation.
September 26, 2022
non destructive testing
Applications and advantages of liquid penetrant testing in NDT
Technique for revealing surface flaws in solid materials by visual contrast of penetrant and developer.
September 21, 2022
reliability
Don’t be surprised when your teams go into free fall!
Among the most challenging aspects of the job of a machinery professional or vibration analyst; is to decide whether a running machine should be taken out of service due to a detected problem or allowed to continue operating.
September 19, 2022
corrosion and materials
The ECDA methodology for pipelines (NACE SP0502) in the oil industry
Non-invasive evaluation process to detect external corrosion in hydrocarbon transport systems.
September 12, 2022
technology and innovation
Embrace Tomorrow: From Industry 4.0 to the Dawn of 5.0
With Industry 4.0 here and Industry 5.0 on the way, it is clear that manufacturers who want to remain competitive must embrace the latest digital technologies. This is due to the effect of implementing smart technology that allows more to be produced, in less time, with higher quality and, at the same time, reduce costs.
September 5, 2022