Houston · Materials and mechanical engineering
Materials and mechanical engineering for energy projects.
Corrosion, fracture, mill metallurgy, weld HAZ, and inspection of critical components.
Internal CO2, H2S, and MIC; CP FEED evaluations and assessments; erosion; coatings; and FFS for wall loss — written so operations can act.
Details →API 579 and BS 7910 assessments of wall-loss, surface indications, and fracture in pressure-containing welded assemblies.
Details →Sweet and sour selection, project-tailored specifications, and mill qualification across SAWH, LSAW, JCOE, UOE, HFERW, and related routes.
Details →WPS evaluation, NDE systems, HAZ toughness, and steel chemistry effects on weld performance — including a client predictor tool.
Details →Inspection and NDE review of pipe, welds, coatings, and pressure-containing hardware — scoped to the component that actually carries the risk.
Details →You need to resolve a sour-service cracking concern, qualify a pipe mill or material, evaluate weld heat-affected-zone toughness, or establish a corrosion-control and remaining-life basis. We assess the evidence and document the engineering recommendation.
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Examples from completed technical reports, with client and project details omitted.
Corrosion & materials
Mill qualification
Selected clients
Client tools
Project tools support corrosion, fracture, materials, and welding assessments. Access and engineering interpretation are provided with the engagement.
Assess microbiologically influenced corrosion risk using water chemistry, operating conditions, and materials information.
About this toolCoupon-to-pipe HIC assessment on EFC 16 / API 579 / BS 7910, including FAD, population screening, and a reliability check. Issued as a client dashboard.
About this toolEstimates HAZ toughness from steel chemistry to support welding procedure and material decisions before a procedure is locked.
About this toolBS 7910 and API 579 Part 9 failure assessment, including a probabilistic ECA screen. Issued as a client dashboard.
About this toolWall thickness, grade, and fracture control for dense-phase CO2 lines, including a pre-commissioning MIC allowance. Issued to clients.
About this toolTell us about the component, service conditions, and decision you need to make. Aquiles will review the scope and discuss the next step with you.
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