GIE GROUP

Our Value Proposition

We help Integrity, Maintenance, and Reliability managers in the Oil & Gas, Mining, and Petrochemical sectors to evaluate and diagnose deformations, settlements, and geometrical alterations that may compromise the structural and operational integrity of their storage tanks.

Through our integrated LiDAR scanning and finite element analysis solution, you will have a precise and complete assessment of your tanks' condition, complying with the most demanding international standards.

Complete Analysis According to International Regulations and Standards

Tank Inspection according to API 653

Our service guarantees full compliance with the most demanding industry standards. The analysis covers all critical aspects established by API 653, including detailed evaluations of deformation, roundness, verticality, and settlement. This systematic approach ensures that every aspect of the tank’s structural integrity is rigorously evaluated under international standards.

FFS by API 579 Part 8 – Stress States and Deformations

Evaluation performed following the guidelines of API 579 and ASME VIII Div 2, incorporating multiple analysis methods to ensure reliable results. The process begins with a high-precision digital survey using a laser scanner, generating a detailed point cloud of the structure. This data is processed using specialized software to create a three-dimensional mesh that allows for finite element analysis.

Advanced technology and highly trained personnel will assist you in determining Fitness for Service.

Laser Scanning and Specialized Processing Software

The implementation of LiDAR technology represents a qualitative leap in the inspection of industrial tanks. This laser scanning system generates a precise three-dimensional representation of the structure, allowing for the detection of deformations and anomalies with an unprecedented level of detail. Unlike traditional methods, our approach does not require operational shutdowns and provides comprehensive results in reduced time.

Through the use of specialized software, the point cloud surveyed by the scanner is transformed into a mesh for import into Abaqus for evaluation.

Laser Scanning and Processing Software

Tank Roundness Analysis

This analysis is fundamental for evaluating the structural integrity of the tank and is a requirement established by API 653, which demands that tanks maintain their geometry within certain limits to ensure safe and efficient operation.