API-510 Inspections

API-510 Pressure Vessel Inspections

External (On-Stream) Visual Inspection and Data Collection

  • Visual inspection of vessel supports
  • Visual inspection of heads, shell and nozzles
  • Visual inspection of all welded joints
  • Ultrasonic inspection of shell and head surfaces (spot inspection or 100% B-scan)
  • Determination of corrosion rates and retirement dates

Internal Visual Inspection and Data Collection

  • Visual inspection of vessel internal components
  • Identify and locate internal pitting and corrosion
  • Internal inspection of all welded joints
  • Ultrasonic inspection if not available from external surfaces
  • Fitness for service determinations

Other Services

  • Pressure relief valve inspection and certification
  • Repair and re-rating
  • Dye penetrant or magnetic particle testing of welds and nozzles
  • Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing
  • AWS CWI Inspections of newly fabricated vessels

Typical Industries Serviced

  • Petrochemical Plants
  • Pulp/Paper Mills
  • Fuel Refineries
  • Power Plants