Manufacturing Inspection
Manufacturing inspection requires disciplined review of design information, material traceability, welding controls, examination records, testing and final documentation. APIA will only offer manufacturing inspection within formally approved scope and competent staffing.
Structured, traceable inspection work.
Before requesting this service
Gather any available equipment data plates, previous certificates, inspection reports, drawings, repair records and site access information. The required method and final scope should be confirmed against the equipment, applicable requirements and APIA's formally approved scope.
APIA must not describe itself as accredited or approved for any activity until the relevant formal approval has been granted for that exact scope.
Questions about manufacturing inspection
What does manufacturing inspection cover?
It can cover defined inspection and verification activities from material receipt and fabrication through testing and final documentation, depending on the formally approved scope.
Can APIA approve manufactured pressure equipment now?
Only activities within APIA’s formally granted scope and authorisations may be represented as approved services. The website should be updated as approvals are secured.
Why involve inspection early in manufacture?
Early involvement helps identify documentation, material, welding and test requirements before costly rework occurs.