Statutory Inspection periods can be tricky to understand especially when it comes to pressure vessels, it might seem like every vessel has a different period of inspection, and that’s because a lot of them do.   One thing that we do here are Rapallo is to assist our...

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...

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 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...

Effective Maintenance planning (EMP) ensure that the plant and machinery used in mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, petroleum refining and mineral processing industry is in the best possible working order.   Maintenance Planners apply EMP methods by undertaking...

Maintenance planners ensure that the machinery used in manufacturing, refining and processing plants is in the best possible working order by undertaking a range of maintenance inspections and scheduling maintenance processes.   They plan and organise...

Classified Plant makes sure that your plant conforms to Australian Standards and applicable regulations and due to the dangers of the plant and the potential to cause damage, it should be regularly inspected.   You have you environmental approvals sorted, your...

From small residential improvements to large commercial structures, all new developments require different approvals from the local council or regulator.   The cost and time needed for the application process is often overlooked by both individuals and even large...

Corrosion is a major problem in mining and other industries, as equipment and plants often contain metal components, corrosion can lead to serious problems. Corrosion is defined as; "Destroy or damage (metal, stone, or other materials) slowly by chemical action." -...