LNG SERVICE LINE

In-Service Inspection and

Testing
Applus+ Company Overview
Applus+ are a worldwide leader in the testing, inspection and certification sector with a presence in 70 countries
across the globe. Applus+ are a trusted partner, enhancing the quality and safety of our clients’ assets and
infrastructure while safeguarding their operations. Applus+ delivers this through its technical capabilities,
innovative approach and motivated teams that are committed to operational excellence.

As a global leader, we have the technology, human capabilities and resources to meet the demands of industries.
No matter the size, scale or scope of the work, we always go beyond standards by delivering operational
excellence with local knowledge and global competence.

We are a dynamic organisation; problem-solvers by nature. Where there is no existing answer to a challenge or
problem, we will use our vast experience and in-depth knowledge to find one. By working closely with our clients,
we have become a trusted partner who delivers new, innovative solutions with the highest integrity.

A passion for improvement drives our teams to safeguard client operations while delivering our services. We
innovate to bring about advances in operational safety and this commitment to excellence is what makes us
renowned as one of the best.

Together Beyond Standards

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ENERGY & INDUSTRY DIVISION
The Applus+ Energy & Industry Division was formed in 2016 as a result of the integration of Applus+
Velosi-Norcontrol and Applus+ RTD.

The Energy & Industry Division is a leading global provider of a range of testing, inspection and certification services.
Our teams are made up of engineers and technicians with specialist skills focussed on assisting companies to
develop and control industry processes, protect assets and infrastructure and to increase operational and
environmental safety.

Industries
The Applus+ Energy & Industry Division supplies its services to a vast array of industries including:

Oil & Gas Power Telecom Maritime

Construction Government Mining Aerospace

Services
The Applus+ Energy & Industry Division specialises in the provision of testing, inspection and
certification services including:

Non-Destructive Vendor Technical Testing &

Testing Surveillance Staffing Analysis

Inspections Supervision & Engineering & Certification

QA /QC Consulting
THE APPLUS+ DIFFERENCE
At Applus+, our extensive industry experience allows us to provide our clients with an incomparible level of quality
service. Our vast capabilities mean we are well equipped to provide our clients with support throughout the entire
duration of a project. This approach ensures consistency, enhances reliability and guarantees all work will be
completed to the highest standard.

We have the knowledge and resources to assist clients during all project phases:

1 AIM SERVICES AT THE DESIGN AND

ENGINEERING PHASE 3 NDT, INSPECTION AND ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR COMMISSIONING

2 NDT AND INSPECTION SERVICES AT

ALL STAGES OF CONSTRUCTION 4 NDT, INSPECTION AND ENGINEERING
SERVICES FOR THE OPERATIONAL
LIFE OF THE FACILITY

Our Values

Geographical Presence
IN-SERVICE LNG
At Applus+, we provide a wide range of services to the
LNG in-service market. Our experienced professionals
ensure operational excellence and provide the highest
quality service throughout the duration of a facilities
operational life.

Our extensive global experience has enabled Applus+

to become a trusted partner with many of the major
stakeholders in the LNG industry.

IN-SERVICE LNG SERVICES

CONVENTIONAL NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT

AND INSPECTION SERVICES

ADVANCED NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING MATERIALS TESTING & ANALYSIS

AND TECHNOLOGY
IN-SERVICE LNG SERVICES
CONVENTIONAL NDT
The field of non-destructive testing (NDT) comprises a
vast array of analytical techniques that are applicable to
a wide range of industries. These techniques can identify
and assess defects and examine the properties of all
kinds of materials and structures without causing any
damage. As NDT in no way alters the part or structure
under inspection, it is an extremely useful technique
that can lead to cost and time savings when applied to
Services
Coating Inspection
Applus+ coating inspectors conduct inspections
in accordance with the internationally recognized
NACE standards. Coating inspections provide
an assessment of adhesion, deterioration and
general condition, with the findings being key to the
development of asset integrity and maintenance
strategies.
Weld Inspection
Applus+ weld inspectors are certified by WTIA or
CSWIP and are, most often, engaged by WTIA, CSWIP
or other internationally recognised certification
authorities. Applus+ inspectors recognise the
characteristics of commonly used welding
processes and understand the factors influencing
the quality of welds.
product evaluations, asset management and fault
identification and repair.
NDT methods such as ultrasonic inspection, magnetic
particle inspection, liquid penetrant testing,
radiographic testing, remote visual inspection (using
UAV’s) and eddy current testing are now in standard
use in civil, aeronautical and systems engineering.
INSPECTION
Applus+ inspection services ensure clients fulfil their
statutory obligations and optimise asset integrity
and maintenance strategies.
Our experienced and qualified inspectors are
responsible for ensuring conformity with the
specified requirements of individual aspects of
assets; their report findings inform future action.
Applus+ inspects all types of facilities, products
and services worldwide, guaranteeing objective and
impartial results.
Visual Inspection
Applus+ visual inspection services cover the
inspection of pressure equipment (i.e. equipment
covered by applicable international standards
and codes, including in-service boilers, pressure
vessels, piping, safety equipment and associated
safety controls). Inspections are conducted by
internationally qualified personnel to standards
such as AICP, API 570, API 510 and other specific
applicable international codes and standards.
Vendor Surveillance Services (VSS)
Applus+ offers a broad range of services including:
• Vendor capability assesments
• Third party inspections
• Surveillance and expediting using our resource
base of field engineers from our global network
of offices.
ADVANCED NDT
Applus+ specialise in providing clients with a wide
variety of advanced NDT services. The specialist NDT
department was established to facilitate advanced and
bespoke inspection solutions for the oil & gas, mining and
manufacturing industries.

Through our advanced NDT solutions, Applus+ is able

to reassure clients that their assets are in compliance
with all applicable standards. The technical assurance
delivered by Applus+ minimises the level of risk to
the assets in question as well as helping to maintain
productivity.

TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

The Applus+ Technology centre was developed in order implemented a number of semi automated robots both
to provide our clients with customised solutions. The subsea and topside for clients within Australia and on
centre is comprised of specialised professionals with an international scale.
expertise and extensive experience in electronics,
mechanics and software development. Services
• 3D Printing
Within the Technology Centre, our fabrication workshop • Custom Calibration Blocks Design
has a wide range of lathes, mills and CNC machines, • Custom Machining
enabling Applus+ full engineering and NDT capabilities. • Custom Tool Design
• Remote Visual Inspection (RVI)
All systems developed can be used topside or subsea and
can be deployed via use of divers or ROV. The Applus+
Technology Centre has also designed, fabricated and
3D SERVICES
Applus+’ 3D service line offers clients the
opportunity to experience the advantages of 3D
technology.

Our highly specialised professionals are able to

develop as constructed 3D models through use
of LiDAR or photogrammetry. Using our in-house
software, the collected data can be exported as
an engineering report or different file formats to
suit the clients’ requirements and facilitate the
efficient delivery of information.

Services

LiDAR Custom 3D Software

Applus+ offer LiDAR; a well-established
technology which uses a calibrated spinning laser
system to measure distance and create a point
cloud. LiDAR surveys maintain a good accuracy
over a long distance with some models managing
up to 300m.
Ultra HD Photographic Inspection
At Applus+, our ultra-high-definition technology
can be used to photograph anything, irrespective
of its shape and size, and is an extremely cost-
effective, safe and efficient way of inspecting
large and complex assets.
Custom 3D software is a unique service offered
by Applus+. Our 3D specialists are able to cater to
the needs of our clients and develop customised
software to suit their requirements.
Photogrammetry
Applus+ offer photogrammetry as part of our
3D service line. Photogrammetry is the process
of using photographs to obtain measurements,
create maps and drawings or to develop 3D
models of real-world objects or locations.

Virtual Reality (VR)

Applus+ are proud to offer our clients virtual
reality solutions which can be adapted to suit a
variety of situations using specialised software.
UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES (UAV) / DRONES
Our highly specialised UAV division utilises numerous multi-rotor platforms to perform a vast array of industrial
inspection applications.

Using state of the art commercial grade UAV platforms, our highly trained staff are able to perform safe and
efficient commercial UAV inspection services that focus on achieving the desired scope of work, first time, and
delivering outstanding professional results.

Aircraft Fleet

DJI Matrice 210

Flight Time: 20-30 mins (dependant on payload)
Maximum Payload capacity: 2kg
Sensor Options:
30x Optical Zoom Full HD Video Camera, 24mp Cropped Sensor
Inspection Camera, Radiometric Thermal Imaging Camera,
LiDAR Laser Scanner, Gas Sensor
Suggested Use Cases:
Long Range Inspection, Surveillance, Monitoring, Survey

Md4-1000
Flight Time: 30-80mins (dependant on payload)
Maximum Payload capacity: 3kg
Sensor Options:
42mp Full Frame Mirrorless Camera, 4K Ultra High Definition
Video Camera, Radiometric Thermal Imaging, LiDAR Laser Scan-
ner, Multispectral/Hyperspectral Cameras, Gas Sensors
Suggested Use Cases:
Mapping, Surveying, Inspection, Monitoring, Surveillance, 3D
Modelling

Intel Falcon 8+

Flight Time: 10-18mins (dependant on payload)

Maximum Payload capacity: 1.5kg
Sensor Options:
32mp Full Frame Mirrorless Camera, 4K Ultra High Definition
Video Camera, Radiometric Thermal Imaging
Suggested Use Cases:
Inspection, 3D Modelling, Offshore Operations

Flyability Elios

Flight Time: 10 minutes

Maximum Payload capacity: 250g
Sensor Options:
Full HD Video Camera, Thermal Imaging Camera,
Onboard Lighting
Suggested Use Cases:
Confined Space Inspections
ASSET INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT (AIM)
Applus+ offer a comprehensive range of asset and facility integrity management services. We specialise in a wide
variety of sectors ensuring our clients’ operations remain safe and reliable. We provide our clients with tailormade
solutions for all integrity challenges, assisting them to optimise their operations and maintenance work while complying
with all relevant national and international standards.

In the oil and gas industry, we have significant expertise in advising on processes related to the exploration, refining and
processing of oil, gas and other hydrocarbons. Further, our knowledgeable professionals and advanced technologies
allow us to design, develop and enhance client products, services or facilities in the field of engineering and consultancy.

MATERIALS TESTING & ANALYSIS

The Materials Centre was established by Applus+ to
provide specialized materials characterization and testing
services to the oil & gas, mining, power, utilities and
associated manufacturing industries. Applus+ strive to
provide a professional and personalised service to all of
our clients.

We focus on developing close relationships with our clients

to create a strong understanding of their business and
operations so that we can deliver innovative solutions.

Services

Failure Analysis Site Based Materials Testing

Focussing on the diagnostic and forensic
engineering analysis of materials related failures
for all types of materials, including metals &
alloys, ceramics, polymers & elastomers, and
various composites.
Materials Analysis
Our experienced staff and equipment allow the
analysis of various types of materials, including
metals & alloys, ceramics, polymers & elastomers,
and various composites.
Mechanical Testing
The Applus+ Materials Centre operates a full
mechanical testing facility for destructive
testing of various materials.
The Applus+ Materials Centre can provide
site based materials analysis services for on-
shore and off-shore.
Slurry Engineering and Rheology Testing
The Applus+ Materials Centre can provide
engineering design and installation inspection
and review for slurry and water hydraulic
pipelines and associated pumping systems.
Other Services include
• Weld qualification testing
• Wear material research, development and
investigations
• Corrosion analyses for metals and degradation
analyses for polymer materials
• Material audits, analyses and documentation
• Site based testing including surface
replication, PMI and portable hardness testing
 CASE STUDIES
1 Tank Inspection - Applus+ Discovery Technique

The Challenge
The client required a solution to replace their on-stream
tank inspection with a new technique that would be able
to determine corrosion on the annual floor plates. The
inspection was necessary to highlight areas of potential
concern to allow the planning of repair works during an
upcoming shutdown. The key area of concern was the first
500mm from the floor to the shell weld.

The Solution
The Applus+ Discovery technique was used for the
inspection. This technuqiue was validated on plate samples
of the same material type and wall thickness with an
emphasis placed on detectability over the area of concern.
The technique required a minimal amount of equipment
allowing all of the required equipment to be hand carried
to facilitate inspections at remote sites and with minimal
lead time.
The Result
Applus+ supplied on site advanced technicians with
project specific technique sheets and bespoke
project specific calibration blocks. There was minimal
time between inspection and the results being
supplied to client.

2 FPSO Inspection- Phased Array

The Challenge The Result

After the failure of a pretension cylinder ram shaft on
an FPSO, a client required a solution to determine if
their asset was at risk of a similar failure due to its same
configuration.
The pretension cylinder ram shaft is located on the FPSO
turret and cannot be removed for inspection. A total of
8 shafts required inspection, a failure of a single unit
would require the FPSO to halt production. The failure
was situated at a location that could not be inspected
with conventional inspeciton techniques.
A validation report detailing the inspection approach
and timing was presented to the client prior to
mobilization. The inspection was conducted with
no delays to operations and interim results were
provided immediately to the client representative.
Final reports with scan images were then issued
within the KPI timeframe for a successful result.

The Solution
A phased array inspection plan was developed that
enabled the inspection to be developed in situ.
A validation piece was constructed with the same
material and geometry with artificial reflectors to
simulate the expected damage mechanism.
3 Flare Tower Modelling - Photogrammetry

The Challenge
Applus+ was requested to perform photogrammetry modelling on an emergency flare tower for a client in
order to determine critical measurements connecting the riser stub to the main structure of the tower.
Measurements were also required at incremental elevations to determine the position of support beams
running vertically down the tower.

Alternative methods would involve using ground based LiDAR or employing a rope access team to physically take
measurements. LiDAR would have difficulty retrieving data from such a far distance and use of a rope access
team would require the flare to be shut down.

The Solution
Applus+ utilised a Microdrone Md4-1000 UAV
equipped with a Sony 42mp full frame camera
and 55mm lens to capture 3600 high resolution
photographs of the tower. This data collection
work scope was completed within 4 days whilst
the area was online.

Following this process, the UAV team

demobilised and data processing commenced
at the Applus+ office in Perth. The model
reconstruction was completed over the span
of 120 computing hours.

The Result
Using photogrammetry modelling, a digital twin of the flare tower was successfully reconstructed resulting
in significant time and cost savings. The flare tower model can also be used for further inspections improving
efficiency in the future.
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