Structural inspections – Ultrasonic Testing and visual.

Structural Inspections – Visual & Ultrasonic Testing

Professional Structural Integrity Inspection Services

At 159 Inspection Services Ltd, we provide comprehensive structural inspection services to assess the condition, integrity, and ongoing fitness for service of industrial steel structures. Our inspections are designed to identify corrosion, deterioration, fatigue, and structural defects at an early stage, helping clients maintain safe, reliable, and compliant facilities while extending the operational life of critical assets.

Our experienced inspectors combine detailed visual examinations with advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, including Ultrasonic Testing (UT), to deliver accurate condition assessments and practical recommendations for maintenance, repair, or continued operation.

We support clients across the oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, power generation, marine, and industrial manufacturing sectors, providing inspection solutions tailored to the unique demands of each facility.

Our Structural Inspection Services

We inspect a wide range of industrial structures and support systems, including:

  • Pipe racks and pipe bridges
  • Pipe support structures
  • Storage tank cradles and saddles
  • Structural steel supporting process plants
  • Access platforms, walkways, and catwalks
  • Stairways, ladders, and handrail systems
  • Equipment support frames
  • Pump and motor support structures
  • Vessel and pressure equipment support steelwork
  • Loading gantries and loading bays
  • Secondary containment structures
  • Pipework restraint systems
  • Roof support structures
  • Structural columns and beams
  • Industrial buildings and process support frameworks

Scope of Structural Inspections

Our inspections evaluate all key aspects of structural performance and integrity, including:

  • Overall structural condition and stability
  • Corrosion, section loss, and material deterioration
  • Protective coating performance
  • Weld quality and fabrication condition
  • Fatigue cracking and stress-related defects
  • Distortion, deformation, and impact damage
  • Foundation condition where accessible
  • Bolted and welded connection integrity
  • Structural alignment and movement
  • Signs of overloading or structural distress
  • Water ingress and corrosion-prone areas
  • Fitness for continued service

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Capabilities

Where additional investigation is required, our structural inspections can be supported by a range of advanced NDT techniques, including:

  • Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UT)
  • Ultrasonic Weld Inspection
  • Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
  • Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI)
  • Eddy Current Testing (ECT)
  • Rope Access Inspections for difficult-to-reach structures
  • Additional NDT techniques tailored to project requirements

Comprehensive Inspection Reporting

Every structural inspection is supported by a detailed technical report that includes:

  • Comprehensive condition assessment
  • High-resolution photographic evidence
  • Identification and location of defects
  • Risk-based repair recommendations
  • Prioritised maintenance actions
  • Structural integrity and serviceability assessment
  • Recommendations for future inspection intervals
  • Supporting documentation for integrity management programmes

Why Choose 159 Inspection Services Ltd?

With extensive experience across a wide range of industrial sectors, we understand the critical role structural assets play in maintaining safe and efficient operations. Our inspections provide accurate, independent evaluations that help clients make informed maintenance and asset management decisions.

Our structural inspection services help you:

  • Improve workplace safety
  • Detect defects before they become critical failures
  • Reduce operational and structural risks
  • Plan maintenance proactively
  • Extend the service life of structural assets
  • Support regulatory compliance and integrity management programmes
  • Minimise unplanned downtime and emergency repair costs

Whether you require a one-time structural condition survey, periodic integrity inspections, or ongoing asset management support, 159 Inspection Services Ltd delivers reliable structural inspection services backed by technical expertise, advanced inspection technology, and practical engineering experience.