Mike Brown: About the Author
Advanced Services Division Manager, Sentinel Integrity Solutions
Mike Brown is the Advanced Services Division Manager for Sentinel Integrity Solutions in Houston, TX. He has over 22 years of experience in petrochemical, refining, and pipeline inspection. His extensive experience has centered on advanced ultrasonic testing techniques with a more specific focus on hydrogen induced damage mechanisms. Mr. Brown’s certifications include ASNT NDT Level III in Ultrasonic Testing, API Qualification of Ultrasonic Testing Examiners (QUTE), and API Qualification of Sizing Examiners (QUSE).
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While there are many types of advanced NDT, this article will focus on the use of acoustics and electromagnetism as the bases for conducting examinations.
It is often best to rely on properly trained and experienced inspection service providers to determine the proper method for any inspection project. Thus, inspection companies can suggest utilizing the most effective and efficient inspection techniques that will result in the highest probability of detection (POD), while potentially saving the facility operators’ time, effort, and capital.
