Non-Destructive Testing Services in Plattsburgh West, NY
ASNT; American Society for Nondestructive testing
A nonprofit organization which is governed by a board of directors. ASNT publishes and maintains SNT-TC-1A, Standards, Codes of practice, ANSI/ASNT CP-189 and CP-105. They also cover all aspects of qualification and certification of NDT personnel. Integrity Testlabs has a ANST Level III on staff that certifies our Level II and Level I employees so they meet the SNT-TC-1A requirements.
Non-Destructive Welding Testing in Plattsburgh West, NY
Integrity Test Labs is the leading provider of NDT welding inspection services in Plattsburgh West, NY. We check the integrity of your metal by employing a variety of testing methods including visual methodology, radiographic inspection, real-time x-ray, and more. Our NDT welding inspection company has served the Plattsburgh West area for over 20 years, helping to protect the assets of local industries. Customer satisfaction is our top priority and we are dedicated to maintaining long-term relationships with clients based on consistently high-quality service. With the assistance of our NDT professionals, you can guarantee the integrity of your work. Contact us today for a consultation with one of our NDT inspectors in Plattsburgh West, NY.
Plattsburgh West, NY Visual Testing (VT)
Probably the most important inspection technique and one we are gifted with is visual testing with our eyes. This is a very common, low cost, quick and effective way to inspect welding, equipment, and coatings. Visual testing is the most important tool for a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), It’s a certification you can acquire through ASNT or with your company by ASNT TC 1A. Defects commonly found using visual inspection is excessive reinforcement, underfill, undercut, porosity, cold lap. If able to access the inside or root of the weld its possible to see lack of fusion, or incomplete penetration.
NDT Inspections in Plattsburgh West, NY
When checking for flaws in your structures and systems, it is important to find a reliable inspector who can guarantee accurate results. Integrity Test Labs offers professional, non-destructive testing in Plattsburgh West, NY. With a range of different NDT services, we can provide precise readings personalized to your specific needs. Whether you require visual testing, radiography testing, ultrasound testing, penetrant testing, or magnetic particle testing, our company can provide you with comprehensive inspections to detect any anomalies. If you are currently designing new systems, we can also provide hardness testing to measure the resistance and durability of your materials. This service is essential to determining whether or not your metal can withstand certain conditions.
Plattsburgh West, NY API 650/ API 653
This is a worldwide recognized individual certification achieved through the American Petroleum Institute (API) testing program. Many individuals that hold this certifications are formal inspectors or welders. API 650 is the specification that deals with new construction of oil tanks. API 653 deals with the inspection, maintenance, repairs and alterations of storage tanks. This certification is highly sought after due to the volume of storage tanks located all over the United States holding petroleum products. These tanks require an external inspection every 5 years and an internal inspection every 10 years. Integrity Testlabs has performed many storage tank inspections. Radiographic inspections (RT) on the welding, Wet Fluorescent Magnetic Particle inspection on the floor plates and annular ring weld. Also Providing AUT scans, UT Thickness readings on the shell and UT crawler inspections on the outside of the tank.
API 570
The American Petroleum Institute (API) 570 is a in-service inspection code. Designed for the natural gas, chemical and oil refineries piping systems to prevent failures before they happen. This code covers inspection, rating, repair, and alteration procedures for applicable piping systems. This code applies to metallic and fiberglass-reinforced plastic piping systems, also pressure-relieving devices associated with the systems. Inspectors are tasked with ensuring compliance with this code is followed. Integrity Testlabs has in-house and contract API 570’s to cover any needs that fall under the API 570.
