equipment inspection
December 28, 2024
Carlos Álvarez
Mechanical Engineer, with Level III certification by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) in Ultrasound and Radiography. He has more than 29 years of experience in the oil and gas sector in companies such as PDVSA and inspection services related to the oil sector..
Publications of Carlos Álvarez
non destructive testing
Challenges and solutions in the inspection of stainless steel and dissimilar welds using Phased Array Ultrasound
In the field of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), ensuring the integrity of critical components in industries such as oil and gas is essential. An advanced technique that has been gaining prominence is Phased Array Ultrasound Testing (PAUT), especially when applied to the examination of stainless steel welds.
January 22, 2024
non destructive testing
Pulsed Eddy Currents for the identification of corrosion in annular ring of storage tanks in service
Author: Ing. Carlos Álvarez, January 19, 2024.
In the field of industrial infrastructure, storage tanks play an important role in the storage of various liquids, from water to petrochemicals. Ensuring the structural integrity of these tanks is necessary to prevent leaks, environmental contamination and possible dangers. One area prone to corrosion is the annular ring, a critical component that supports the tank and maintains its stability.
January 19, 2024
non destructive testing
Integrity of submerged pipes: Evaluation with guided waves
Submerged pipelines are essential in various industries, and ultrasonic guided wave testing ensures their structural integrity.
January 17, 2024
non destructive testing
Composite materials: Advances in Non-Destructive Testing to guarantee structural integrity
Inspenet, December 2, 2023.
This article highlights “Advances in the evaluation of composite materials”, focusing attention on “Non-Destructive Testing”. It addresses the following technologies: advanced ultrasound, digital radiography, active thermography and artificial intelligence, in order to understand how these tools ensure the excellence and reliability of the materials that drive the technological era.
December 2, 2023
codes and standards
ASME Code Section VIII: Essential Strategies for Successful Implementation in Pressure Vessel Manufacturing
Section VIII of the ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) Code is a fundamental standard in the pressure equipment industry. This section establishes requirements for the design, manufacture and inspection of pressure vessels. ASME Section VIII Division 1 is a comprehensive standard with several requirements and guidelines for testing and certification of pressure vessels.
November 26, 2023
non destructive testing
Transforming Manufacturing: The Power of END 4.0 Optimization
Explore the intersection between NDT 4.0 and manufacturing process optimization, highlighting its impact on quality, productivity and operational excellence.
November 20, 2023
