Jul 10

Fun Fact Friday: NDE Certifications

Jul 10, 2020

Nondestructive examination encompasses many specialized testing areas, including liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, ultrasonic, visual and radiographic testing. Trained inspectors performing these tests are able to identify flaws in materials that may be invisible... Read more

Jun 5

Fun Fact Friday: Types of Mechanical Integrity Inspections

Jun 5, 2020

This week, we will look at some of the different types of mechanical integrity inspections that are available, and what they are used for. API inspections are performed by inspectors holding certifications from the American Petroleum Institute (API).  API inspections... Read more

Apr 24

Fun Fact Friday: The Reason for the Rules

Apr 24, 2020

Most industries and businesses are subject to regulations. Some may seem overbearing or unnecessary. Older generations might remember the reasons that certain regulations were enacted in the first place, but younger people may see them as a burden to their business,... Read more

Mar 27

Fun Fact Friday: Sieving Fine and Coarse Aggregate

Mar 27, 2020

Last week we learned about a little bit about sieve analysis and the aggregate 200 wash. Today, we’ll focus on sieving fine and coarse aggregate – particles larger than the No. 200 sieve. The Importance of Sieve Analysis Testing Sieve analysis, or gradation testing,... Read more

Mar 20

Fun Fact Friday: The Aggregate 200 Wash

Mar 20, 2020

Welcome back to our Fun Fact Friday series on aggregate testing! Today, we discuss the aggregate 200 wash. Sieve analysis, or gradation testing, is a way to assess the particle size distribution of material.  The aggregate material is put through a series of... Read more