What is Ultrasonic Thickness Testing?

What is Ultrasonic Thickness Testing?

Ultrasonic thickness testing is a commonly used nondestructive testing method for determining the wall thickness of a solid element, this is useful for determining the level of corrosion and thinning that has occurred on a vessels surface. Ultrasonic thickness testing...
Who Exactly Is a Competent Person?

Who Exactly Is a Competent Person?

Throughout various West Australian regulations, a competent person is called up. Certain tasks must be completed and signed off by a competent person, however very few people stop to think… Exactly who is a competent person? Simply put, a competent person is...
The Role of a Project Manager

The Role of a Project Manager

The role of a project manager is obviously to manage projects, but what exactly does that entail? Well, a project manager is responsible for the entire project from scope creation to close out. Over a projects life time, the project manager will wear many hats, and...
What is Finite Element Analysis?

What is Finite Element Analysis?

Real life systems are often far too complex to analyse using simple, rule based formulas. Historically, engineers have dealt with this problem by validating designs with laboratory testing, applying extremely conservative factors of safety, or simple trial and error....
Structural Engineering – Safety Beyond the Simple

Structural Engineering – Safety Beyond the Simple

Structural safety, can be in the unfortunate position of being overshadowed by production goals and easily quantifiable issues, such as slips and trips.   How often do you inspect the walkways, structural columns, handrails, tanks etc on your site? Is that...