Nov 16

Pressure Vessel Design and Inspection Services

Nov 16, 2022

A pressure vessel is a tank or vessel that holds liquid, vapor, or gas at a pressure which is substantially different from the surrounding pressure, generally speaking.  Compressed gas cylinders, such as oxygen tanks, heat exchangers, autoclaves, and boilers all... Read more

Nov 3

Pressure Vessel Design Services

Nov 3, 2021

Most pressure vessels are designed to include safety features. Small­er vessels are often created with a “yield before break” design, which allows them to bend or flex before any crack forms or grows in size. Larger vessels are often created with a “leak before burst”... Read more

Jun 19

Fun Fact Friday: NACE Coatings Inspections

Jun 19, 2020

Recently, we talked about some of the different types of mechanical integrity inspections that are available, and what they can be used for. NACE CIP (Coatings Inspector Program) inspections are used to examine protective coatings.  This ensures that the equipment... Read more

May 15

Fun Fact Friday: Why Should You Hire An Experienced API Inspector?

May 15, 2020

Last week, we looked at some different types of inspections, and what is required to become a certified inspector in each. This week, we will take a closer look at API inspections, and why it’s important to utilize an experienced API inspector. The American Petroleum... Read more

Apr 17

Fun Fact Friday: Meet the Mechanical Integrity Team

Apr 17, 2020

As you may know, Encorus Group offers Mechanical Integrity Services.  We will take some time today to meet our team of mechanical integrity inspectors! Keith Taylor – Director of Mechanical Integrity Services Keith has been with Encorus since the launch of the firm’s... Read more