| Date | January/February 2017 |
| Volume | 23 |
| Issue | 1 |
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering Journal Article Index
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy Greg Alvarado at Inspectioneering JournalWe are headed into an era of unprecedented challenges when it comes to software and work process integration. The stakes are high for those who wish to seize the opportunity, especially early adopters and the early majority.
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A New Risk Assessment Tool for Determining the Likelihood of Chloride Promoted Stress Corrosion Cracking in Austenitic Stainless Steels
January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalHistorically, if asked when or how likely an austenitic series stainless steel component is to crack, the usual answer was “very” or “maybe” or, later, “I didn’t see that coming.” With API’s new risk assessment methodology, the...
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy John Reynolds at IntertekIn this article, the roles and responsibilities of the corrosion and materials SME will be outlined as I see them, fully recognizing that there is probably no one person out there with all the knowledge and skills suggested herein.
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy David Aldrich at North Highland, and Teri Mendelovitz at North HighlandThis article covers where to start, what to look for, and how to execute a data and systems-focused performance improvement project that can drive large overhead savings.
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy Chuck Provost at Sentinel Integrity SolutionsSome facilities lead the industry with streamlined RBI/IOW programs, and some facilities are just implementing standard calendar-based programs. Both are still susceptible to inspection interval gaps.
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy Israel D. Martinez at ORPICEvaluating remaining wall thickness of an asset is not enough to ensure its continued safe operation. Proactive strategies should be implemented to assess the entire environment affecting an asset’s condition, including the development of more...
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Partner ContentPiping accounts for roughly 40% of “accidental releases” at major petroleum facilities. Modern robots can inspect every inch of piping while still in service, giving you a clear picture of your most concerning areas.
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy Edwin A. Merrick, PE at The Augustus GroupThis article presents a perspective on the human factor and emphasizes the value of using risk tools at all levels in the organization to help provide management focus during times of severe economic pressure.
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy Justin Nickel at PK TechnologiesToday’s intelligent technology can provide is interoperability, mobile data collection, cascading questions, picture referencing, photo annotation, data funneling and cost savings.
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January/February 2017 Inspectioneering JournalBy Abdelmounam Sherik at Saudi Aramco Research and Development Center, Mark Rosa, PE at Harvard Business School, and Abderrazak Traidia at Saudi Aramco Research and Development CenterThis article summarizes a comprehensive survey conducted by the Research & Development Center (R&DC) of Saudi Aramco to understand top corrosion damage mechanisms experienced by its operating onshore surface facilities.
