Andra Peters

: Inspection of Welded I-Beams

Project Overview:

Conduct a series of non-destructive examinations and dimensional checks on welded I-

beams to verify the structural integrity, detect surface and subsurface defects, and ensure

dimensional accuracy. These inspections include Visual Inspection (VT), Magnetic Particle

Inspection (MT), Dimensional Inspection (DI), and Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT).

All inspections will comply with applicable standards and client specifications.

Inspection Procedures:

1. Visual Inspection (VT):

• Objective: Identify visible surface discontinuities, including cracks, porosity,

lack of fusion, and weld undercuts.

• Procedure:

• Perform a detailed visual inspection of welded areas and the surrounding

heat-affected zone.

• Use calibrated tools (such as magnifying lenses, rulers, and weld gauges) for

measurements and verification.

• Record and photograph any observed defects.

• Compare findings against acceptance criteria as per the project

specifications or relevant code standards (e.g., AWS D1.1 or ASME).

2. Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT):

• Objective: Detect surface and near-surface defects such as cracks or laps in

the welded I-beam, particularly in the weld toes and fusion lines.

• Procedure:

• Clean and prepare the surface for inspection.

• Apply magnetic field using yoke or prod technique, depending on beam

geometry.

• Apply dry or wet magnetic particles (fluorescent or non-fluorescent)

depending on accessibility and lighting.

• Inspect and document any indications under appropriate lighting (UV light for

fluorescent particles).

• Compare findings against the acceptance criteria in the relevant standards.

3. Dimensional Inspection (DI):• Objective: Verify the dimensional accuracy of welded I-beams as per design

specifications.

• Procedure:

• Measure key dimensions such as flange width, web thickness, overall height,

weld bead size, and straightness of the beam.

• Use precision measuring tools like calipers, micrometers, and laser

measuring devices.

• Record measurements and compare them to design tolerances.

• Document any out-of-tolerance measurements for potential corrective

• Obtained Level II in (MPI) Mag particle inspection and Visual Inspection
• Walk flow lines to locate leaks, using electronic detectors and making visual inspections
• Created Isometric drawing and Ultrasonic testing (UT) of piping, tubes and walls thickness of tanks
• Identify defects in rollers using Mag particle inspection and fluorescent material testing techniques
• Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and specifications to detect flaws in objects while leaving objects intact
• Visually examine materials, structures, or components using tools and equipment such as endoscope, borescope, and fiber optics for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue, cracks, or other flaws

• Examine drill ship structures, oil rigs, floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) cranes and drill pipe using nondestructive testing (NDT) techniques. Proficient at reading blueprints as well as piping instruments and isometric drawings.
• Interpret the results of all the methods of NDT such as acoustic emission, electromagnetic, leak liquid, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, neutron radiographic, thermal or infrared, ultrasonic, vibration analysis, visual testing.
• Prepare NDT reports on NDT
• Conduct liquid penetrant test to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes and cleaning excess penetrant and applying developer
• Performed shear wave on welds, setup DAC for shafts, and performed inspection. Size the indications found as well interpret results in accordance with applicable codes if it's acceptable or rejectable.

• Interpret or evaluate test results in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, or procedures.
• Interpret the results of nondestructive (NDT) testing. Select, calibrate, or operate equipment used in the nondestructive testing (NDT) of products or materials.
• Examine structures or vehicles or such as bridges, dams, and pipelines, using nondestructive testing techniques.
• Prepare reports on nondestructive (NDT) test results.
• Conduct liquid penetrant tests to locate surface cracks by coating objects with fluorescent dyes and cleaning excess penetrant and applying developer
• Document nondestructive testing methods, processes, or results
• Produce images of objects on film using radiographic techniques