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Handling Hard Spots: ADV's Hard Spots JIP Seeks Clarity in Hard Spots Threat Management
The behavior of high hardness threats (hard spots) and the testing, inspection, and analysis process appropriate for identifying, treating, and...
Failure Analysis
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Finding a Solution: Testing & Validation of Composite Repairs for SCC
Composite Repairs on Aging Pipeline Systems The use of composite repairs for features in pipeline systems, such as corrosion and dents, is widely...
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When In Doubt, Model It: How FEA Models Can Address Composite Pipeline Repairs’ Toughest Challenges
Traditional testing and inspection methods of composite repairs are great for telling you about the past or current state of the repair. However, a...
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Check It Off Your List: Avoid Elevated Corrosion Rates with Comprehensive Pipe Support Inspections
Even the smallest of features can eventually lead to harmful failures that can cause serious damage to assets and their surrounding environments....
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Mitigating the Risks of Early Failures in High Strength, New Construction Girth Welds
Recently, the industry has identified several new construction girth welds that have failed within the first few years after construction. Despite...
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ADV Integrity’s Failure Analysis and Metallurgical Assessment Services Ready for Operators’ Toughest Challenges
With the recent addition of David Futch, PE as a Senior Associate and Director of Materials Engineering, ADV Integrity has launched its failure...