Applied Technical Services (ATS) delivers inspection services for critical components in complex, essential structures to help industrial clients reduce safety hazards, extend asset life, and make informed maintenance decisions.
Critical component inspections help confirm regulatory compliance so that structures perform safely and reliably under environmental stress throughout their operational lifecycle.
Which Industrial Assets Often Require Critical Component Inspections?
We support asset integrity across a wide range of complex equipment and structures where operational safety is essential. These assets typically include critical components that bear loads, are fatigue-sensitive, or prone to rust and corrosion, such as:
- Pressure Vessels
- Pipelines, Critical Piping Systems
- Storage Tanks, Boilers, Heat Exchangers
- Rotating Equipment
- Pumps, Compressors
- Turbines, Generators
- Structural Steel Welds
- Industrial Equipment
- Bridges, Critical Infrastructures
What Warning Signs Indicate Critical Components May Need Inspection?
Critical structural components should be inspected whenever warning signs indicate that safety, reliability, or performance may be at risk. When unexpected changes in performance or operation occur, common indicators can look like:
- Cracking, fractures, fatigue
- Corrosion, rust, or material deterioration
- Bending, deformation, or misalignment
- Moisture intrusion, leaks, or water damage
- Visible wear, tears, or surface defects
- Strain from repeated loading
- Extreme weather damage or impact damage
- Vibration-related stress
- Unusual movement
- Structural issues or instability
How ATS Identifies Critical Defects Early
Early inspection can prevent minor defects from escalating into major structural or mechanical failures. Our experts combine visual inspections with advanced non-destructive testing to accurately assess critical components and their fitness for service, including but not limited to:
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Magnetic Particle Inspections (MPI)
- Eddy Current Testing
- Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Visual Testing (VT)
- Radiographic Weld Inspections
Depending on the asset and its requirements, we commonly apply ASME Section V, API 510, 570, 653, AWS D1.1, ASTM, and ISO standards to maintain compliance.
Protecting Your Most Critical Assets with Specialized Expertise
Since 1967, ATS has been a trusted partner in protecting critical assets across the testing, inspection, certification, and compliance (TICC) industry. Our growing network of laboratories holds multiple ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations and operates under an ISO 9001:2015-registered quality management system to ensure quality assurance and technical excellence in every project.
Since joining SGS in 2026, ATS has combined local expertise with global resources, expanding our inspection capabilities to serve a broader range of clients worldwide. Together, we remain committed to creating a safe and reliable world.
Contact Us
Our ASNT-certified technicians provide critical component inspections across critical infrastructure and industrial operations. To request an inspection or discuss your next project’s goals, submit a web request form or call +1 (888) 287-5227 today to speak with one of our experts.
