Interview with Dave Godfrey, INTEGRA Technologies

Leak related problems in bolted assemblies are an ongoing issue for virtually all facilities in the chemical, petrochemical, and refining industries. From leak detection to leak prevention, operators need knowledgeable and experienced technicians to address these issues before they become a serious problem. Recently, our friend and media partner, Inspectioneering Journal (IJ), sat down with Dave Godfrey of INTEGRA Technologies to see how INTEGRA is addressing these challenges. Dave is currently acting as Operations Manager for the gulf coast region and is responsible for locations in Houston, Louisiana (Gonzales and New Iberia), Mexico, and Trinidad and Tobago. He joined INTEGRA Technologies in 2002 and has 26 years of experience in the field of flange management and leak prevention. Dave will be a speaker at the marcus evans 5th Annual Chem/Petrochem & Refinery Shutdowns and Turnarounds Conference, August 6-8, 2013 in Dallas, TX.

Can you tell me a little bit about INTEGRA Technologies and the services you provide to the processing industries?

DG: INTEGRA Technologies is North America’s leading provider of joint integrity services for the oil & gas industries, specializing in reactor vessels, heat exchangers, flanges and valves. Our skills, experience and leading edge technology have evolved from offshore oil rig applications where there is literally no margin for error. This unique total quality management expertise is what provides INTEGRA a competitive edge in managing projects such as:

• Scheduled Turnaround Maintenance,
• Start-up Plant Construction, and
• Solving Chronic Leaks

INTEGRA Technologies provides a wide range of services and technologies designed to solve leak related problems in bolted assemblies. Services range from leak detection, right up to 100% Leak Prevention – and everything in between. Unlike most other suppliers who offer only restricted services, INTEGRA provides in-depth comprehensive services that assure you of innovative and timesaving solutions to help you lower costs. Our long list of satisfied clients includes ISO 9001 companies who recognize the superior quality standards we strictly adhere to.