Hi-Tech Testing has extensive experience in the inspection of fossil fuel, co-gen, hog fuel, bark and refuse boilers used for steam generation. The technologies applicable for these examinations vary with the service type but are summarized below.

Available Boiler Inspection Services

• Ultrasonic Thickness Surveys - Hi-Tech uses its Boilermax© software and experienced technicians to gather large amounts of thickness data and quickly transform it into a comprehensive, colorized report designed to detect wear patterens or localized loss in tube wall thickness.
• Radiography - Conventional and Computed Radiography can be used for information purposes such as Stress-Assisted Corrosion Investigation or code compliance for new installations. Hi-Tech has technicians experienced in the specialized task of performing radiography during a boilers construction or during plant outages.
• Visual Inspection (VT) - Visual examination is often used to detect mechanical damage or wear due to harsh service conditions experienced by certain boiler types. CWI/QC services can monitor repair or installation activities to ensure code compliance.
• Near Drum Inspection - Hi-Tech utilizes it's Genisys near drum technology to examine this common trouble area in the generating section of boilers. The software provides rapid display of the data in several different formats to quickly and accurately determine the severity and location of any thinning detected in this critical zone. Hi-Tech is commonly sub-contracted by other testing labs to provide this particular service.
• IRIS - Hi-Tech performs IRIS examinations of tubes where access can be gained to the ID surface of the tubes such as drums or headers. The IRIS system allows for accurate thickness measurement of generating tubes and other tubes not normally accessible to the outside surface. Typically the entire length of the tube can be examined unless extremely sharp bends or dirty surfaces compromise the examination.
• Consulting - Hi-Tech has on staff personnel with over twenty-five years in power boiler inspection experience. Contact us today if you have questions regarding inspection methods, parameters or capabilities.