Avantis is proud to be exclusively approved by ABS for ‘Boiler and Steam Plant Inspection Surveys and Boiler and Steam Plant Remnant Life Surveys’

Avantis Group is pleased to announce the continued expansion of its Boiler and Steam Plant Inspection and Life Extension Survey services. With exclusive approval from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Avantis continues to set the standard for in-depth, high-quality inspections for steam plants worldwide.

Comprehensive Inspection Services for Full Plant Integrity

Avantis’ comprehensive inspections extend beyond the boiler carcass, covering the entire steam plant infrastructure. This includes, but is not limited to, the feed system, high-pressure piping, condensers, rotating equipment, and all ancillary components. Avantis employs highly skilled survey teams and experienced back-office engineers, each with many years of expertise in inspecting, repairing, and operating high-pressure steam plants.

The company uses advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques and additional methods, such as ultrasonic thickness inspection, IRIS (Internal Rotary Inspection System), metallographic acid etching or replication, chemical analysis of scale, spectrographic analysis of lubricating oils, thermographic imaging, and vibration and acoustic analysis of rotating equipment. This multi-faceted approach ensures a thorough assessment of the plant’s overall integrity, fitness for service, and suitability for ongoing operations.

Furthermore, Avantis goes beyond basic inspections by examining the grain structure of pressure parts for signs of creep and other anomalies. This deeper analysis allows Avantis to accurately estimate the remaining lifespan of inspected items, providing clients with invaluable data for proactive asset management.

Tailored Approach to Inspection and Life Extension

With extensive experience inspecting high-pressure boilers aboard LNG steamships and FPSOs. Avantis has developed a detailed inspection matrix. This matrix specifies the scope and level of inspection required for various survey types, from intermediate inspections to comprehensive life extension surveys, ensuring each project is customised according to the client’s needs.

Ensuring Safe Operation and Risk Mitigation

In addition to the physical inspection of plant components, Avantis’ surveys also assess control systems and combustion equipment. This includes testing safety critical alarms and trip systems to ensure safe and reliable operation. Avantis also identifies potential risks related to the obsolescence of installed equipment, offering practical solutions to mitigate these issues before they escalate.

Accurate Reporting and Third-Party Validation

Avantis provides comprehensive survey reports backed by accredited third-party analysis. These reports offer trustworthy, unbiased evidence to support findings and recommendations, along with a compelling business case for each suggested course of action. Clients are assured of receiving reliable information for decision making.

End-to-End Solutions for Repairs, Upgrades, and Modernisation

Avantis is also a trusted supplier and installer of fully class-approved manipulated tubes, attemperators, and boiler components, enabling the company to perform a full range of repair and upgrade works. The company also specialises in modernising obsolete control systems to enhance plant efficiency and ensure compliance with the latest industry standards.

Global Leadership in Marine and Offshore Steam Systems

Chris Jones, Operations Manager at Avantis Group, commented, “We believe that globally, we are the only marine and offshore steam systems specialist to have received formal approval by a Classification Society to carry out Boiler and Steam Plant Remnant Life Surveys. The experience and underpinning knowledge of our team are testament to this significant achievement.”

With its exclusive ABS approval and unmatched industry expertise, Avantis is uniquely positioned to offer the most comprehensive, reliable, and tailored inspection and life extension services to clients in the maritime and energy sectors.

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