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AUSTRALIAN PRESSURE EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION Pty ltd, 433 Logan Road, Stones Corner, Brisbane, QLD 4120 Tel: 07 3394 8332 | Mobile: 0413969776 | Fax: 07 3394 4080 Email: [email protected] | Online: http://www.auzpec.com/

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AUSTRALIAN PRESSURE EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION Provides inspection , corrosion and integrity services. Care about pressure equipment, from inside and out, from manufacture to disposal, from top to bottom for the one vessel to many. So that you can get on with running a profitable business and not worry about the legal or environmental issues around sub standard, leaking or unsafe equipment. Keep it safe to operate call Auzpec.

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AUSTRALIAN PRESSURE EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION Ptyltd,

433 Logan Road, Stones Corner, Brisbane, QLD 4120Tel: 07 3394 8332 | Mobile: 0413969776 | Fax: 07 3394 4080

Email: [email protected] | Online:http://www.auzpec.com/

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We care for your Pressure Equipment.We work safely, efficiently and at the right price.Our MissionTo look after customers pressure equipment, we keep them safe, efficient andlegally compliant from cradle to grave from manufacture to disposal from fullproduction to mothballing we keep your pressure equipment safe. We do this bytesting analysing and inspecting each item when it needs and to the depth itrequires.What we are:Qualified & Experienced AICIP InspectorsQualified & Experienced RPEQ EngineersWe are:An agile, customer focussed group of Pressure Equipment Specialists. Qualifiedand experienced RPEQ AICIP CPEng Inspectors and Engineers.We carry out:In-service Inspections, Fitness for purpose, re-rating, verification, root causeanalysis and Risk Based Inspection analysis.Thickness testing, radiography, flaw detection (UT and Phased array) and carry outgeneral NDT. Build equipment life plans, Integrity Management Plans andbaseline inspection requirements for the asset register including, TML locations 3disometrics, corrosion piping circuits and failure mechanism analysis for RBI.We:

� Analyse failures using macro and micro-structure observation, crackmorphology and defect damage.� Carry out corrosion monitoring programs for the full range of equipment

across the asset register.� Offer Integrity Management of the inspections process for statutory

compliance and operational equipment efficiency and have a proveninternational and local track record when dealing with compliance and riskissues.� Provide a cost effective and efficient means of identifying what the asset

condition is, and condition it needs to be in, to keep it safe.� Mechanically test metals, welds and heat affected zones using Charpy tests,

tensile hardness and bend tests.� Reach to the highest stack and chimney using UAV Quad-copter drones.� Test overhaul and repair PSV’s using a mobile workshop.� Support and analyse RBI using such software as Capstone, Meridium or

Tischuk.� Plan, coordinate and carry out NDT and Inspections. Plan, execute and

authorise the use of Non Intrusive Inspections in lieu of Internal inspection.

Introducing auzpec

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� Vessel inspections� Aerial Inspection (UAV)� Corrosion Engineering� Corrosion Monitoring� Destructive testing� Failure analysis� Fitness for Service� Hardness testing� Inspection Engineering� Inspectors and Engineers� Integrity Engineering� Laboratory Immersion /

Corrosion Testing� Materials Engineering� Mechanical testing Lab (NATA

Certified)� Non Destructive testing (NDT)� Non Intrusive Inspection� Phased array (OmniScan MX2

NATA Certified)� Pre Commissioning� PSV testing & Overhaul� QA/QC� Radiography� RBI Failure Modes analysis� Risk based inspection (RBI)� Tensile testing� Video Bore scope by Camtek

and GE XLG3 VideoProbe

In straight forwardterms I would explainwhat we do as:

We care for yourPressure Equipmentfrom cradle to grave.

We inspect yourpressure equipment.

AUSTRALIAN PRESSURE EQUIPMENTCERTIFICATION Pty Ltd433 Logan Road, Stones CornerBrisbane QLD 4120Phone: 07 3394 8332Fax: 07 3394 4080

We at AUSTRALIAN PRESSURE EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATIONPty Ltd are fully committed to the principles of open, honestand respectful business conduct. We see that Business ethicsare a form of applied ethics or professional ethics thatexamines ethical principles and moral or ethical problems thatarise in a business environment. It applies to all aspects ofbusiness conduct and is relevant to the conduct of individualsand entire organizations.” We at AUSTRALIAN PRESSUREEQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION (Auzpec) take this issueseriously.Are courteous and polite at all times.• Answer any questions honestly and to the best of theirknowledge.• Do not avoid the truth and do not mislead.• Always respect our and your right to end the conversation atany time.• Are fully trained and competent.

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Mobile PSV testingMobile PSV testing & Overhaul

We specialise in the testing and optimisationof PressureRelievingDevices. Ledbyexperiencedand practicalengineers,and backedby skilledtechnicians,We undertakehighprecision,high accuracyPRD testingand certification.• Test, rebuild, repair, set and certify PressureRelief and Pressure Safety Valves• Testing of bursting discs• PSV and PRV failure analysisWe provide fully equipped, self-sustained,mobile testing service, operated by trained,competent and accountable technicians.All test benches are custom designed andmanufactured to conform to AS3788, API527,API576 and ASME-PTC25, featuring largevolume accumulation, large outlet orifice size

Non IntrusiveInspectionWe at Auzpec positively encourage ourcustomers to carry out Non Intrusiveinspection (NII) and we have the experiencedpersonnel to help. Using Advanced NDTmethods such as Phased array and Time offlight to replace intrusive borescope / confinedspace entry inspections. Not only is NII saferit is more cost effective, accurate and reliableespecially for first in service inspection. Shut-down times, mechanical disassembly, cleaningand waste disposal and cranage are reduceddrastically.Australian standard AS3788 states that aninternal inspection gathers information aboutthe condition of internal surfaces and usuallyrequires confined space vessel entry or visualinspection using equipment such as bore-scopes or video scopes.However, internal inspection may also beexecuted by appropriate non-intrusive means(e.g. ultrasonic or radiographic testing), wherea high degree of confidence can be

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From thickness test to RBI and back again. You will agree we have acomplete and comprehensive set of skills and equipment ready to answer yourtoughest questions. We have built a team that we believe to be experiencedqualified respected and willing to tackle the most difficult Integrity questionsaround.

The journey through RBI is sometimes longer that required or needed, thatswhere we at Auzpec can help and guide. From training, assigning of corrosionloops / circuits allocation of damage mechanisms, consequence analysis,historical inspection data review, integrity management planning right throughto the risk analysis and onward to the planning of future inspections we canhelp. Our experienced Inspectors and Engineers have been involved in RBIfor over 20 years Internationally, using many different systems such asCapstone, Tiscuk OCA and Meridium within an API 581 approach.TrainingAssigning of corrosion loops / circuitsAllocation of damage mechanisms,Likelihood analysisConsequence analysis,Historical inspection data review,Integrity management planning proceduresRisk analysisPlanning of future inspections

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Mechanical Testing

Our NATA Accredited Testing Laboratory in the field of MechanicalTesting.Tensile testing with strain rate control from 0.4kN to 1000kN.Charpy Impact testing 0 to minus 47°C, down to 101°C & at minus196°C Dynamic Striker Tup—ASTM E23, and AS 1544.2Izod impact testing at ambient temperature.Vickers Hardness testing Macro 5 HV to 30HV, Micro 300g to 1kgBrinell Hardness testing. 2.45kN (HBW 5/250) to 29.4kN (HBW

PSV Testing

Mobile PSV testing & Overhaul: Wespecialise in the testing and optimisation ofPressure Relieving Devices. Led byexperienced and practical engineers, andbacked by skilled technicians, Weundertake high precision, high accuracyPRD testing and certification.• Test, rebuild, repair, set and certifyPressure Relief and Pressure Safety Valves• Testing of bursting discs• PSV and PRV failure analysis

Non Intrusive Inspection

We at Auzpec positively encourageour customers to carry out NonIntrusive inspection (NII) and wehave the experienced personnel tohelp. Using Advanced NDT methodssuch as Phased array and Time offlight to replace intrusive borescope /confined space entry inspections. Notonly is NII safer it is more costeffective, accurate and reliableespecially for first in service

Risk Based Inspection

The journey through RBI is sometimes longer that requiredor needed, thats where we at Auzpec can help and guide.From training, assigning of corrosion loops / circuitsallocation of damage mechanisms, consequence analysis,historical inspection data review, integrity managementplanning right through to the risk analysis and onward to theplanning of future inspections we can help. Our experiencedInspectors and Engineers have been involved in RBI for over20 years Internationally, using many different systems such

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Non Destructive Inspection

We at Auzpec have the equipment and the personnel to carry outall of your NDT requirements. Radiography X-Ray / Gamma,Ultrasonics, Visual Inspection, Magnetic Particle PenetrantTesting, Eddy Current Testing

CorrosionEngineering

We at Auzpec are experiencedand qualified CorrosionEngineers dealing withcorrosion issues on site or inthe lab or by providing RBIanalysis failure mechanism,

Vessel and pipeworkInspection

We at Auzpec are experienced andqualified AICIP Inspectors & RPEQEngineers ready to inspect your registeredpressure vessels and pipe work.

Failure Analysis

We at Auzpec can help we canperform failure analysis quickly andpainlessly on site and in the lab sophone today.Failure analysis is the process ofcollecting and analysing data todetermine the cause of a failure. It isan important discipline in manybranches of manufacturing industry,such as the electronics industry,where it is a vital tool used in thedevelopment of new products and forthe improvement of existingproducts. The failure analysis process

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Is it fit for serviceFitness for service FFSFitness-for-service (FFS) assessment is a multi-disciplinary approachto determine, as the name suggests, whether a structural componentis fit for continued service.In 2000, the American Petroleum Institute (API) published API 579,a Recommended Practice for FFS assessment. Although thisdocument was intended primarily for refining and petrochemicalassets, it has seen widespread use in a wide range of industries thatutilize pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks.It aids with:

� Inspection and categorizing damage, degradation, andcorrosion mechanisms� Evaluation of wall thinning, pitting, cracking, fatigue,

mechanical damage, high-temperature corrosion, and creep.� Developing and implement programs for corrective and

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� All safety incidents are preventable

� We believe that the safety of our workforce takes precedence over all other businessobjectives.

� Fundamental to our business success is a safe and secure working environment.

� We seek to protect from harm our personnel, physical assets, community and theenvironment.

� Auzpec is committed to protecting and maintaining the Health and wellbeing of itsworkforce.

� Safety is our priority our goal is zero injuries.

� While our workforce takes every precaution practicable to prevent incidents in ourworkplaces, we have Security and Emergency Management processes in place tominimise harm if they do occur.

� We are committed to minimising the Environmental impact of our activities.

� We believe in going beyond compliance to meet, or exceed, international bestpractice.

� We are visible leaders and always demonstrate a genuine commitment to HSSE.

� We keep our team safe and prevent pollution of the environment by identifying,assessing and controlling risks.

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At Auzpec we take a 4step approach tofailure analysis.Step 1 (understand)Gain a good understanding of the conditionsunder which the part was operating.We ask questions from those who work with,as well as those who maintain the equipmentand visit the site.Step 2 (look)We carry out a visual examination, cataloguingand recording the physical evidence at thesame time. This familiarises the investigatorswith the evidence and creates a permanentrecord that can be referred to in light of newinformation. The samples are examined,photographed and sketched taking particularcare to identify and record any area ofparticular importance, such as fracture surfacesand surface defects.Step 3 (decide on a course of action).Based on the visual examinations and thebackground information the investigator mustoutline a plan of action, which is the series ofsteps that will be needed to successfullycomplete the case. Macroscopic examination,Non-destructive testing (NDT), Chemicalanalysis,MetallographicexaminationMechanical Testing.Determine the causeof failure, which canclassified into i.e.Ductile, Brittle Inter-granular, BrittleTrans-granular, andFatigue.Step 4 (conclusionand recommendations)Once all the data is gathered, the investigatorcomes to a conclusion based on the evidencepresent.This requires that the investigator to draw

Auzpec inspectionsare thorough.We see external and Internal inspections onpressure Vessels as a complete audit of thesystem under Operation along with its Designand Materials.Any serious non compliment issues are dealtwith as soon as possible. Recommendationsregarding anomalies are captured in thesubsequent report. Following best practiceand AS 3788 we follow a strict set of checks toenable a sound and safe basis for furtheroperation.We collect our data via a tablet form and storethe data in a meta data format. This rawinformation is available at any time by thecustomer. The raw data is then turned into thecustomers requirements either Microsoft wordor pdf. Once the report has been check by anRPEQ Engineer via the quality system it is

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Phased array: Is widely used in several industrial sectors, it is used to detectcomponent failures i.e. cracks or flaws and thereby determine componentquality. Due to the possibility to control parameters such as beam angle andfocal distance, this method is very efficient regarding the defect detection andspeed of testing. Phased array can also be used for wall thicknessmeasurements in conjunction with corrosion testing. Phased array can be usedfor the following industrial purposes:

� Inspection of Welds� Thickness measurements� Corrosion inspection� Flaw detection

TOFD: Time-of-flight diffraction (TOFD) method of ultrasonic testing is asensitive and accurate method for the non-destructive testing of welds fordefects.Digital Radiography: Digital radiography is a form of X-ray imaging, wheredigital X-ray sensors are used instead of traditional photographic film.Advantages include time efficiency through bypassing chemical processing

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AUSTRALIAN PRESSURE EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION Pty Ltd,433 Logan Road, Stones Corner, Brisbane, QLD 4120

Tel: 07 3394 8332 | Mobile: 0413969776 | Fax: 07 3394 4080Email: [email protected] | Online: http://www.auzpec.com/