Standards & References for Mechanical Integrity & Inspection Services

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Overview

Advanced Inspection Solutions (AIS) performs inspection and mechanical integrity services in alignment with recognized industry standards, codes, and recommended practices applicable to pressure equipment, piping systems, storage tanks, and nondestructive examination (NDE).

AIS integrates these standards within a principal-led inspection model to ensure consistency between field execution, technical evaluation, and documentation requirements across oil and gas and industrial operations.

This approach reflects alignment with established industry frameworks associated with organizations such as the American Petroleum Institute (API), the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), and the American Welding Society (AWS), which are recognized technical authorities supporting mechanical integrity, inspection, nondestructive examination, welding inspection, and related industry practices.

Applicable Codes & Standards

AIS inspection activities are performed in consideration of applicable codes, standards, and recommended practices, including but not limited to:

API Standards

• API 510 — Pressure Vessel Inspection Code

• API 570 — Piping Inspection Code

• API 580 — Risk-Based Inspection

• API 653 — Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction

ASME Standards

• ASME Section V — Nondestructive Examination

• ASME Section VIII — Pressure Vessels

• ASME B31.3 — Process Piping

Welding Inspection Standards

• AWS D1.1 — Structural Welding Code (Steel)

• AWS QC1 — Certification of Welding Inspectors

• AWS B5.1 — Specification for the Qualification of Welding Inspectors

NDE Standards & Recommended Practices

• ASNT SNT-TC-1A — Personnel Qualification and Certification

• Applicable nondestructive examination (NDE) methodologies aligned with industry practices

Industry Alignment

AIS operates in alignment with recognized industry practices and professional frameworks supported by organizations such as the American Petroleum Institute (API), the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), and the American Welding Society (AWS).

These organizations serve as established technical authorities within mechanical integrity, inspection, nondestructive examination (NDE), and welding standards, supporting the development, qualification, and application of inspection methodologies across industrial systems.

AIS integrates this alignment within inspection execution and mechanical integrity programs to support:

• Consistency in inspection methodology

• Alignment with applicable codes, standards, and recommended practices

• Structured evaluation of pressure equipment, piping systems, welding, and materials

• Defensible documentation and reporting aligned with industry expectations

Role in Inspection & Mechanical Integrity Programs

The application of industry standards and references supports AIS project execution by:

• Establishing consistent inspection methodologies

• Supporting compliance with operator and regulatory requirements

• Reinforcing structured documentation and reporting practices

• Aligning inspection results with engineering and integrity program expectations

This approach supports AIS participation in capital projects, facility operations, and inspection programs where mechanical integrity, inspection accuracy, and risk-based evaluation are required.

AIS Approach

AIS incorporates applicable standards and references within a structured inspection framework that supports:

• Principal-led inspection oversight

• Alignment between field inspection and technical evaluation

• Consistent application of API, ASME, AWS, and NDE-related standards

• Defensible reporting and documentation

Standards and references are applied based on project scope, equipment type, and operator requirements, ensuring that inspection activities remain aligned with recognized industry practices and expectations.

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