March/April 1999 Inspectioneering Journal Article Index

API Developing Program for UT Technician Qualification Demonstration Testing

March/April 1999 Inspectioneering Journal

The API Subcommittee on Inspection (SCI) has determined to initiate a program covering the qualification of ultrasonic (UT) technicians conducting inspections.

Some Newer NDE Applications in Use in the Middle East
March/April 1999 Inspectioneering Journal
Some Middle Eastern and European operators are now using AE successfully to screen tanks for internal inspection by listening for active tank bottom corrosion, and then grading the tank as high, medium or low need for internal inspection.
Authors: John Reynolds
Statistical Tools for Ultrasonic Thickness Data Analysis, Part 2: Remaining Life Estimates
March/April 1999 Inspectioneering Journal
Inspection data analysis tools, like risk-based inspection, help us to focus on quantitative reliability targets. When considering thinning mechanisms, there is a certain probability that a piece of equipment will reach retirement thickness before...
Authors: Mike Sparago