#METALMARKETUPDATE – OCTOBER ’21
September’s ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) improved to a 61.1 reading, slightly better than August’s 59.9. This marks the 16th consecutive month of growth in the economy. While new orders held steady and backlogs…
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SUPPLEMENTAL PROCESSING EQUIPMENT – Pressure / Vacuum Relief Devices – #METALMARKETUPDATE – September ’21
Every piece of equipment in a process system should be carefully considered and specified. Arguably the most important safety-related process equipment is the over-pressure control devices. This is considered the…
Non-Destructive Testing Methods: Positive Material Identification (PMI)
Positive material identification (PMI) ensures that the components and welds in a unit are actually the correct materials. Following proper procedures for material ordering, receiving, and traceability should prevent any…
Non-Destructive Testing Methods: VISUAL INSPECTION
Visual Inspection (VT) is the oldest and most basic method of inspection. It is the process of looking over a piece of equipment using the naked eye to look for flaws. It…
Supplemental Processing Equipment – Vessel & Tank Cleaning Options – #METALMARKETUPDATE – July ’21
Have you ever given thought to the internal cleanliness of pressure equipment? The use of tanks and vessels can vary widely. In some facilities, a given vessel operates with a…
Non-Destructive Testing Methods: Liquid penetrant testing (PT)
Like magnetic particle testing, this is a surface-only inspection method that can find imperfections such as cracks, surface porosity, seams, laps, etc. Unlike MT, it can be used on magnetic…
