Inspection/Testing - IntegriCert

FULL INTEGRITY LOAD INSPECTION

As a leader in the load testing field, we are the home of the IntegriCert portable load test unit. These proven dependable units can load test equipment up to 110,000 lbs. – and are adjustable to suit any size basket, box or skid.

IntegriCert provides load testing in accordance with all applicable industry standards such as: ABS, API, BP, BS/EN, DNV, ISO, Shell OPS

Our unique load testing method provides a full integrity load test of shipping containers, boxes, baskets and skids – and our equipment tests more than just the pad eyes. By simulating an actual load on the equipment, we can test the strength of the bottom, sides and overall integrity of the cargo unit. In conjunction with a load test, we may conduct a general visual inspection of the tested equipment, as well as magnetic particle (MT), dye penetrant (PT), or ultrasonic testing (UT) of attachment points and welded joints. IntegriCert provides a certificate of load test and NDE inspection results.

Contact us today to learn more about our full integrity load inspection services.

INSPECTION SERVICES

We provide in-house and on-site inspections services. Our inspection services are performed by experienced personnel who are qualified to ASNT-TC1 standards and possess Level II qualifications for MT, PT, UT, and VT.

We inspect BHA Connections, Handling tools, Hoisting equipment, Welds, Pipe, Drill Motors and Padeyes.

NDE

Non-Destructive Examination is the use of different principals to examine welds, castings, forged metals and vessels to see if there are any indications of porosity, fatigue, cracks or other anomalies.

Magnetic Particle Testing is a relatively inexpensive yet portable and reliable means of NDE for the detection of flaws in ferrous materials. There are several methods to magnetic particle testing such as the yoke technique and the use of a magnetic coil. Both of these can be used with white light visible or fluorescent when used with a black light. Even though there are different ways to perform MT they are all used to do the same thing. This is to apply a magnetic field to the area you are inspecting and then adding a form of magnetic particle, the indications will cause a break in the field creating a north and South Pole. This will then cause the magnetic particles to attract to the indication showing you any discontinuities in the weld.

Dye-Penetrant Testing this test can be applied to any type of metal but is used best for non-porous, non-ferromagnetic metals. Dye Penetrant is only a surface indication test meaning that if the indication is in the weld or under the weld it will not be seen by this test, but MT cannot be done on aluminum or stainless steel therefore this test is a better method for these metals. For PT testing the technician applies a dye to the metal/weld and lets it sit. This is to insure any indications will have been penetrated by the dye. The technician will then clean the weld thoroughly and apply a developer to the inspected area. The developer will extract the dye from any indications showing where there could possibly be a failed indication.

Visual Testing, with or without optical aids, is the original method of NDT. Many defects are surface-breaking and can be detected by careful direct visual inspection.. With a visual examination we look over the entire structure not just the welds. Doing this we look for more than just small indications we are looking for any form of damage, corrosion, heat exposure, and anything else that could hurt the integrity of the structure. A technician documents everything for a VT on a field report just like any other inspection and this is given to the customer for them to decide what they should do with the findings

Ultrasonic Testing uses sound waves to pick up on the indications in the metal. This test can see all the way through the metal and can pick up on any type of fault, indication, or disconformities in the metal. The Machine which has a small mike attached will show how long, how deep, and what kind of indication is in the metal/weld. All technicians are trained and tested thoroughly before going into the field.

NDE INSPECTION SERVICES

IntegriCert offers in-house and on-site NDE (Non-Destructive Examination) services. Our NDE inspection services are performed by an experienced team of personnel who are qualified to ASNT-TC1 standards and possess Level II qualifications for MT (Magnetic Particle Testing), PT (Dye-Penetrant Testing), UT (Ultrasonic Testing) and VT (Visual Examination Testing).

We provide NDE inspection for equipment and parts including:

BHA
Connections

Handling Tools

Hoisting Equipment

Welds

Pipe

Pad Eyes

WIRE ROPE SLING INSPECTION

An exact determination of when to retire a sling depends on many variables. This decision should be left to the judgement of a trained and experienced professional who is capable of evaluating remaining strength in the sling. Proper allowance must be made for deterioration as disclosed by inspection. The following conditions must be taken into account when determining the safe operating condition of a sling.

SAFE OPERATING CONDITIONS
1. For strand laid and single part slings, ten randomly distributed wires on one rope lay, or five broken wires in one strand in one rope lay.
2. For cable laid and braided slings of less than eight parts, twenty randomly distributed broken wires in one lay or braid, or one broken strand per sling.
3. For braided slings of eight parts or more, forty randomly distributed wires in one lay or two broken strands per sling.
4. Severe localized abrasion or scraping.
5. Kinking, crushing, bird caging or any other damage resulting in distortion of the wire rope.
6. Evidence of heat damage: if a wire rope sling having a fiber core is exposed to temperatures in excess of 200 degrees, or if a wire rope sling having an IWRC is used at temperatures above 400 degrees or below -60 degrees.
7. End attachments that are cracked, deformed or worn.
8. Hooks that have been opened more than 15% of the normal throat opening measured at the narrowest point more than10 degrees from the plane of the unbent hook.
9. Corrosion of the rope or end attachments.
RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRACTICES
1. Destroy retired slings
2. Never expose slings to temperatures in excess of the manufacturer’s recommendations.
3. Use a sling that is long enough to provide the minimum practical vertical angle.
4. Never shorten a sling with knots, bolts or other methods.
5. Never twist or kink the legs of a sling.
6. Never load a sling in excess of its rated capacity.
7. Center the load in the base (bowl) of the hook to prevent point loading.
8. When using a basket hitch, balance the load to prevent slippage.
9. Always protect slings from sharp edges.
10. Securely hitch each sling to its load.
11. Avoid shock loading.
12. Never pull a sling from under a load while that load is resting on the sling.
13. Never use homemade fittings and attachments.
14. Never make a sling from used wire rope.
15. Never use any sling that is of questionable strength and condition.
16. Never use a sling unless it has a manufacturer’s identification tag on it with the safe working load limit, diameter, length, cert number and original manufacturers’ date.

LOAD CELL RENTALS

IntegriCert rents tension load cells and also offers customers third-party witness of dynamic tests using our company-owned load cells to certify whether each test was passed or failed. We rent tension load cells ranging from 12.5-ton to 150-ton capacity. IntegriCert can also use these load cells to weigh the customer’s equipment if necessary before performing the load test.

OFFSHORE INSPECTION & TESTING

Because of the portability of our equipment, IntegriCert is able to easily perform any kind of load test at any offshore location. In addition, our certified NDE inspectors have years of offshore experience working with construction contractors to ensure that every weld at an offshore facility is properly inspected to ensure the highest safety standards.

COIL TUBING & AIR-HOIST TESTING

For companies with air tuggers or hydraulic winches, IntegriCert’s portable hoist and winch load test unit can save you substantial money in transportation costs. That’s because we have the ability to test this equipment on-site at your facility. Our state-of-the-art portable coil tubing reel test unit has been designed to perform full integrity load tests up to 300,000 lbs. This new unit allows coil tubing companies to have a portable test performed without having to strip the product off of the reel, as well as saving expensive transportation costs because of permit loads.