SERVICES
NDE & Inspection
At Precision, we provide NDE solutions that help clients assess asset integrity and extend equipment life. Our skilled technicians and advanced technology deliver safe, reliable results.
Highly effective NDE method using X-ray or gamma radiation to reveal material flaws.
- Detects volumetric discontinuities and material irregularities
- Creates latent images on radiographic film for detailed analysis
- Processed and reviewed by certified technicians following strict quality standards
Rapid, non-destructive testing to verify the chemical composition of metals and alloys.
- Ensures materials meet specified standards for quality and safety
- Confirms key elements for corrosion resistance, temperature tolerance, and strength
Techniques:
- X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzer: Portable, on-site scans for key elements (excludes carbon and lighter elements)
- Optical Emission Spectroscopy (OES): Detects all elements, including carbon; ideal for carbon steel and carbon equivalence calculations
Quick, reliable way to check material health and lifespan.
- Measures remaining wall thickness of materials
- Helps predict life expectancy
- Non-destructive and accurate
Fast, precise inspection for critical equipment.
- Measures remaining wall thickness quickly and effectively
- Ideal for tanks, vessels, and drums
- Can also be used on piping
Detects surface and near-surface flaws in ferromagnetic materials.
- Induces magnetic fields to reveal cracks and imperfections
- Identifies location, size, shape, and extent of defects
Inspection Techniques:
- Yoke – AC
- Yoke – HWDC
- Yoke – Fluorescent Magnetic Particle
- Yoke – Dry Magnetic Particle
Non-destructive method to detect surface flaws on ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
- Dye penetrates surface discontinuities via capillary action
- Developer reveals defects for clear evaluation
Inspection Techniques:
- Visible Solvent Removable
- Water Washable
- High-Temperature Penetrant
Measures material hardness for castings, forgings, and other rough or coarse surfaces.
- Brinell Testing: High loads with a 10mm indenter to average surface inconsistencies
- Vickers Testing: Works for all metals; measures resistance to plastic deformation (Vickers Pyramid Number, HV)
- MIC 20 Device: Portable digital tester for quick, accurate field measurements
- Ensures reliable hardness assessment across various materials
Measures delta ferrite content in austenitic and duplex stainless steels.
- Assesses susceptibility to corrosion, solidification cracking, and other material failures
- Helps ensure the reliability and performance of stainless steel components
Advanced UT method for precise and efficient inspections.
- Uses multiple small ultrasonic probe elements
- Each element pulsed with computer-controlled timing
- Provides high accuracy and detailed imaging of materials
Digital Radiography (DR) uses digital detectors in place of traditional film to capture X-ray or gamma-ray images of the analyzed component. DR offers faster inspection times, improved image quality, and digital image processing. It is used to detect internal flaws, cracks, voids, inclusions, and weld defects across materials.
Digital alternative to traditional X-ray film, offering faster, more efficient inspections.
- Uses reusable phosphor plates instead of film
- Eliminates consumables and speeds up image production
- Plates are scanned and processed for high-quality digital images
Instant NDT imaging for fast, accurate inspections.
- Produces electronic images instantly—no film required
- Highlights thinner or less dense areas clearly
- Ideal for demanding applications like Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI)
- Saves time and cost by inspecting without removing insulation
Effective method for detecting Corrosion Under Insulation ("CUI") using high-energy neutrons.
- Detects presence of moisture in insulation
- Quick and accurate method to identify areas for potential CUI
- Versatile process - can be used in congested or elevated areas
Electro-Magnetic Acoustic Transducer ("EMAT") is an inspection technique ideal for corrosion detection. It can be used across any conductive material and can handle rough, coated surfaces.
- Can be used in-service or during outages
- High-speed screening (approx. 1ft / sec.)
- No couplant needed
- Can be used in high-temperature applications up to 1,000°F
- Tolerant to rough, coated, or wet surfaces
Laser Creaform Tests involve a laser scan and produce 3D imaging and geometry, enabling easy visualization of surface defects. Laser scans are portable, fast, and accurate.
- 3D modeling for new and retrofit construction
- 3D laser mapping of corrosion patterns
- Real-time reporting capabilities
- Pipe & vessel mechanical integrity assessments
- Can interface with PipeCheck software for instant B31G calculations
A highly sensitive, accurate non-destructive testing method for detecting weld defects.
- Based on tip diffraction techniques for precise sizing of crack-like indications
- Ideal for ensuring weld integrity without damaging the material
Precision’s API / CWI services provide reliable and professional oversight to help ensure the quality, safety, and integrity of your assets. Precision offers a full suite of API services, including 510, 570, 653, 580/581, among others. From compliance welding inspections to full-scale integrity assessments, Precision’s technicians provide accurate, timely, and dependable inspections.
Quick, effective method to assess damage and plan maintenance.
- Detects corrosion, cracking, leaks, and other issues
- Includes traditional visual inspections, borescope, and remote video testing
- Ideal for inspecting hard-to-reach or interior areas of assets
Rope Access is a safe method of performing inspections at elevation, utilizing ropes to access difficult locations.
Rope Access inspections typically have minimal impact on surrounding operations and can be paired with nearly any other inspection method offered (conventional and advanced NDE methods and minor mechanical support including insulation, corrosion mitigation, & painting)
- Cost Savings: Reduce inspection costs by eliminating the need for scaffolding, cranes, and extended shutdowns.
- Time Savings: Complete inspections faster with rapid access to hard-to-reach areas.
- Mobile & Flexible: Access virtually any structure quickly with minimal site disruption.
Safe, efficient, and cost-effective inspections of complex assets.
- Ideal for tanks, vessels, structures, and pipelines
- Equipped with surveying, LIDAR, and thermography for precise mapping
- Reduces risk and shortens inspection time compared to conventional methods
Robotic inspections for hard-to-reach areas.
- Ideal for pipes, tanks, and confined industrial equipment
- Combines advanced inspection techniques with robotic mobility
- Provides detailed evaluation of asset integrity in tight spaces
Precise NDE method for detecting material flaws through induced electrical currents. Ideal for high-accuracy inspections.
- ECT Bobbin: Non-ferromagnetic materials – pits, corrosion, cracks
- RFT Bobbin: Ferromagnetic – pitting & volumetric loss
- NFT Bobbin: Inside diameter checks – wall loss detection
- Eddy Current Array: Enhanced pitting & crack detection, C-scan display
- Near Field Array: Accurate pit sizing, C-scan display
- IRIS: verify equipment integrity and compliance.
- Pulse Eddy Current ("PEC"): Wall loss detection
API & Inspection Services
Precision’s API & CWI Services keep your assets safe, compliant, and fit for service. We handle inspection planning, execution, and reporting—ensuring reliability and industry compliance every step of the way.
Our Team
Provides:
- Vessel, piping & tank inspections
- Corrosion monitoring support
- Internal & external inspections
- API-compliant reporting
Inspector
Types:
- API Inspectors & Supervisors
- I&E Inspectors
- CWI Inspectors
Certifications:
API 510, 570, 572, 579, 580, 653, 936, CWI
THE PAYOFF
MAXIMIZE OPERATIONAL LIFESPAN
With advanced inspection techniques, Precision equips our clients with the appropriate information and tools to evaluate mechanical integrity, uncover defects, and make confident decisions regarding the safety and reliability of their production assets.
One Partner, Every Phase of Your Plant's Lifecycle
From groundbreaking to emergency response, Precision delivers certified NDE, heat treatment, and mechanical integrity inspection wherever your asset is in its life cycle.
Capital Projects & Construction
Inspection & Heat Treatment services during fabrication, construction, and commissioning, performed on-site or at fabrication yards.
On-Stream Integrity
Dedicated in-house crews performing API, NDE, and CUI inspection programs to ensure your facility operates efficiently and in compliance.
Turnaround & Scheduled Outages
Pre & post-repair evaluations, fitness for service assessments, heat treatment, and mechanical integrity programs, all built around your outage schedule.
Emergency Callout
Short-notice and next-day response across inspections and heat treatment services. We’ll answer the call when you need us most.