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Geotechnical Testing Services in Vancouver Area

Geotechncial Testing Services in Vancouver Area

Qualitest Canada provides Geotechnical Testing Services in Vancouver area. It is one of the best GeoTechnical Testing Service provider in Alberta and BC. Our GeoTechnical Testing Department can handle any size and type of project from commercial and industrial properties to government public works projects. We can provide services on a continuous or intermittent frequency. Qualitest can perform many different types of material testing than any other testing laboratory in Western Canada. Our Engineers can design specialized tests to meet the unique needs of your project.

Our Surrey BC location is now open and we are here to assist you on your current and upcoming project. We accept all sizes of the geotechnical Projects. So, please feel free to contact us!

Our services can include the materials testing as well as the Special Inspection services for compliance with the Provincial, Federal & International  Codes and standards. In addition to the GeoTechnical Engineering services, We also perform the following tasks for our clients within a short notice.

Qualitest offers a full range of geotechnical investigation services for a wide range of projects such as residential, condominium, high-rise building, commercial, industrial, oil and gas sector and transportation sectors in Western Canada’s major cities including including Edmonton, Vancouver, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Peace River, Cold Lake, Grande Prairie, Conklin, Surrey, Langley, Richmond, Delta, Burnaby, Victoria, Kitimat, Terrace, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Kelowna, Kamloops, Red Deer, Regina, Saskatoon and Lloydminster. 

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BC: 112, 13085 115Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0C3, Canada, (778) 381-7376

Alberta: 702 – 23rd Ave Nisku, AB, T9E 7Y6, Canada, (780) 851-2020

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ASME SA537 Class 2, API 5L X80 / CSA Z245.1 Grade 550 Plates for Sale!

API or CSA Grade plates

Qualitest has large amount of API or CSA Grade plates including API 5L X80 / CSA Z245.1 Grade 550 plates in various thickness for welding procedure (WPS /PQR) development & other purposes. If you need API 5L X80 / CSA Z245.1 Grade 550 plates, we can ship it to you on the same day or sooner the possible. If you are in Edmonton Alberta, or near by area, then you can come and pick-up the plates at any time. All the plates come with proper marking and MTR’s.

API and CSA Grade plates

Though both specifications are intended to identify pipe production details for use in pipeline fabrication, the CSA version deals with many cold-temperature concerns (where API 5L is silent). There is no monogram license requirement for pipe Manufacturer, no composite index of approved Manufacturer, no legal requirements.

In fact, the pipeline design specification (CSA Z662) allows for use of CSA Z245.1 pipe, API 5L pipe, ASTM grade pipe, etc. provided that the material properties have been determined by a professional engineer as appropriate for that service. CSA Z245.1 pipe is not listed for use in ASME BPVC or ASME B31.X piping systems, so it would need to be multi-certified or approved by the local pressure vessel authority prior to use in these applications.

Though CSA Z245.1 has its own tables for product dimensions, the table is vastly identical to that of ASME B36.10, especially as they refer to normal schedules of pipe (STD, XS, XXS, and numbered schedules). Therefore, Z245.1 pipe products are often multi-certified to similar ASTM and API 5L grades, where the requirements of all these specifications are met. Note that the Z245.1 spec requires that the pipe have metric dimensions stated (Canada formally adopted the metric system in the 1970s), though nominal pipe size and schedules are still very commonly used.We have large quantity of of ASME SA537 Class 2 plates in various thickness for welding procedure development & other purposes. If you need ASME SA537 Class 2 plates, we can ship it to you on the same day or sooner. If you are in Edmonton Alberta, or near by area, then you can come and pick-up the plates at any time. All the plates come with proper marking and MTR’s. Also, our price is very reasonable too. Also, our price is very reasonable too.

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ASTM G65 Wear Resistance Test Method for Measuring Abrasion Using the Dry Sand/Rubber Wheel Apparatus

ASTM G65 Wear Resistance Test in Edmonton Alberta

Qualitest provides ASTM G65 Wear Resistance Test in Edmonton Alberta. Qualitest Canada Ltd has a latest high technology testing equipment which performs ASTM G65 Abrasion tests on the various samples. We have the special Ottawa silica sand for this test purpose and we can provide you the fastest turnaround with the MOST accurate results.

The ASTM G65 test simulates sliding abrasion conditions under moderate pressure, using dry sand metered between a rubber wheel and a block coupon of the material being evaluated. The test allows comparison of wear-resistant materials by their volume loss in cubic millimeters, with materials of higher wear resistance showing lower volume loss.

This test is one of the major requirements for Oilsands, Mining other related industries. 

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Alberta: 702 – 23rd Ave Nisku, AB, T9E 7Y6, Canada, (780) 851-2020

BC: 112, 13085 115Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0C3, Canada, (778) 381-7376

 

Other mechanical and Metallurgical tests by Qualitest

Qualitest Canada is the #1 Metallurgical Testing facility in Nisku Edmonton Alberta and Surrey BC. These facilities consist a wide range of testing equipment for evaluating the mechanical properties for ferrous alloys, non-ferrous alloys, composites and ceramics. Our specialties in Materials Science will provide fast and reliable responds to your needs regarding the qualification of your products. For obtaining accurate results you can bring the test sample and we prepare the test specimens for various mechanical tests based on your specifications and the requirements of any specific standards like ASTM. Qualitest offers a broad range of material testing as described in the below:

  • Tensile Testing at Ambient and Elevated Temperatures
  • Compression Testing
  • Guided Bend Tests
  • Hardness Tests Including Brinell, Rockwell and Vickers
  • Charpy V-notch (CVN) Impact Test
  • Low Temperature Testing
  • Toughness Impact Test
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Failure Assessment and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Micro-structure and Macro-structure Examination
  • Positive Material Identification (PMI)
  • Other Mechanical Testing

 Metallurgical Verification Capabilities

  • Chemical Analysis – instrumental and classical wet chemistry
  • Mechanical Testing – wide-range of tests to measure material strength, ductility, hardness, and more
  • Fracture Mechanics – fatigue crack growth and fracture toughness
  • Metallurgical Examination – microscopic, macroscopic and micro-hardness examinations
  • Corrosion Testing – accelerated intergranular corrosion, salt spray, humidity, passivation and more
  • Nondestructive Testing – ultrasonic, hydrostatic pressure, X-ray, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant
  • Specimen Preparation – in-house Machine Shop We offer testing to help you through all your day-to-day and unexpected needs.

 

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Performing Burst test as per the ASTM D1599

Burst test as per the ASTM D1599

Qualitest can perform burst test as per the ASTM D1599 specification. Our Engineers are fully aware of Burst test of HDPE, Plastic Pipes, Tubing and Fittings. We are fully equipped and capable to make custom equipment / tool when required. We always maintain the top notch HSE standard while performing burst test.

Our testing facility in Nisku, Alberta is easy accessible from Highway 2 and from the Edmonton International Airport. So, any one from job sites in Western Canada can easily send their coupons to our facility for the burst test.

When you are planning to do multiple burst tests, then the cost will be less comparing to just one test. We recommend that, contact our Engineers before you prepare the sample for the burst test which will save your cost and time as you will get a great suggestions and technical clarifications from them.

Because we do everything in-house, our turnout time will be normally 2 to 5 business days. We can also work during the weekends or holidays when there will be requirement. There may be a small price changes for the weekend or holidays work.

HDPE pipe is a type of flexible plastic pipe being used for fluid and gas transfer and is often used to replace ageing concrete or steel mains pipelines. HDPE pipes are made from the thermoplastic HDPE (high-density polyethylene), its high level of impermeability and strong molecular bond make it suitable for high pressure pipelines. HDPE pipes are being used in various applications such as water mains, gas mains, sewer mains, slurry transfer lines, rural irrigation, fire system supply lines, storm water, and drainage pipes.

Qualitest Canada performs various destructive and Non-destructive tests on HDPE pipes. Qualitest Canada has highly experienced professionals who have vast knowledge about the HDPE pipes testing.

Contact us for burst test, or any other tests for your HDPE, Plastic Pipes, Tubing and Fittings. Please contact us for a Quote admin@qualitests.com

B.C: (778) 381-7376

Alberta: (780) 851-2020

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CWB Welder Testing in Nisku / Edmonton – Alberta

CWB Welder Testing

Qualitest Canada conducts CWB Welder testing at Nisku shop by every Fridays. In order to secure your spot, please contact the administrator at 780-851-2020. Qualitest Canada has 15 fully equipped welding booths and experienced staffs to assist you.

We offer..

  • S Qualification testing
  • T Qualification testing
  • Training / Self practicing

Qualitest Canada is one of the largest welders training and testing facility in Alberta. We do offer the welder training and testing (B Pressure renewal) services to various field locations upon request from a group of 3 or more individuals. Quality and Safety at Qualitest Canada is a very important factor and can be seen in everything we do. We believe a safe work place provides both a more productive and conducive learning environment for trainees.

Qualitest Canada provides its trainees with the latest safety and welding equipment. Each welding booth is fully equipped with individual Fume Extraction System. This allows for a fume free environment for trainees. Welding areas are also equipped with safety glasses, welding jackets, welding helmets, and tools related to the training.

Qualitest Canada provides the latest welding machines insuring trainees are able to learn on new technology power sources. Basic machine trouble shooting is also taught in all related training. This helps trainees prepare for future job requirement.

Qualitest Canada’s welding Engineer and Examiners will be more helpful for answering any questions from the trainees. As we are certified with ABSA and CWB, we can work together with the clients and ensure that they have the qualified welders for their projects.

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What is Charpy impact test, and how Qualitest Canada performs it with fully automatic equipment in Nisku / Edmonton, Alberta?

Charpy Impact test

The Charpy Impact Test is commonly used on metals, but is also applied to composites, ceramics and polymers. With the impact test one most commonly evaluates the relative toughness of a material, and as such, it is used as a quick and economical quality control device.

This impact test shows the relationship of ductile to brittle transition in absorbed energy at a series of temperatures. Since iron and all other body-centered cubic metals undergo a transition from ductile behavior at higher temperatures to brittle behavior at lower temperatures, this test is required today for a number of important steel products including steel plates, pipes, vessels, weld metals, machineries and heavy equipment etc.

Charpy impact testing involves striking a standard notched specimen with a controlled weight pendulum swung from a set height. The standard Charpy-V notch specimen is 55mm long, 10mm square and has a 2mm deep notch with a tip radius of 0.25mm machined on one face. In some circumstances, sub-size Charpy specimens can be tested with thickness less than 10mm.

Factors that affect the Charpy impact energy of a specimen will include:

• Yield strength and ductility
• Notches
• Temperature and strain rate
• Fracture mechanism

How Qualitest Canada performs the Charpy Impact Test?

Qualitest Canada can perform charpy impact test on various metals and temperature upto -80C. Qualitest Canada has latest and high tech equipment which is fully automatic with digital reading. Because of the top notch equipment, the test accuracy is very high and the human error is ‘ZERO’. The productivity is also very high comparing to any other manual equipment which does the similar test. So, Qualitest Canada can expedite the tests and send the results to clients as earliest as possible. Clients are most welcome to witness the test as we would like to them to see our other testing equipment as well.

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Metallurgical Testing Services in Ontario, Alberta, SK and BC

Metallurgical Testing Services in Ontario, Alberta, SK and BC

Qualitest provides Metallurgical Testing Services in Ontario, Alberta, SK and BC from its fully equipped labs. Qualitest Canada can provide you wide range of metallurgical testing services with topnotch quality and timely manner. We deliver a comprehensive range of destructive and non-destructive examination (NDE) services to clients who want the top-notch service.

Qualitest Canada’s metallurgical testing facility includes a fully equipped metallurgical laboratory with a wide range of testing equipment. Bring us your testing needs, and we’ll get it done. We have certified, reliable testing staffs who can provide you timely results that you can trust. Some of our testing services are listed below.

Destructive Testing

  • Brinnell hardness testing (BHN)
  • Vickers hardness testing (HV)
  • Rockwell hardness testing (RC, HRB)
  • Tensile testing, including elevated temperature tensile tests
  • All weldmetal tensile tests
  • Compression testing
  • Guided Bend tests
  • Charpy v-notch impact tests
  • Low temperature testing up to -80C
  • Chemical analysis
  • Microstructure and macrostructure examination
  • chanical testing

Non-Destructive Testing (NDE and NDT Testing)

  • Visual inspection (also called VT inspection or visual testing)
  • Magnetic particle testing (MT, also called MPT, magnetic particle inspection, and magnafluxing)
  • Ultrasonic inspection (UT Testing) & thickness measurement
  • Corrosion mapping – zero degree scan
  • Liquid dye penetrant examination (PT testing)
  • In-situ metallography
  • Ferrite testing (feritscope)
  • Coating condition assessments and coatings failure analysis (NACE certified test procedures)

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Concrete Testing Services in Alberta / BC / SK

Qualitest Canada Ltd. provides Concrete Testing Services in Alberta and throughout the western Canada. The services for accurate measurement of concrete properties, selection and design of concrete materials, and quality control services for concrete construction as well as their compliance with the design specifications in Vancouver (Lower mainland, BC) and throughout the Alberta. We also perform other concrete tests which will include laboratory analysis of the components of concrete, to confirm that concrete contains what the manufacturer claims it contains and to learn more about properties, such as durability and permeability. Qualitest Canada’s Engineers will make sure that the concrete meets the specific standards, especially for high stress projects like bridges and high-rise buildings, which makes lab testing important to confirm that concrete is safe to use and that it will withstand years of stress.

Qualitest Canada involves in various types of material testing to make sure that materials meet quality control standards, comply with any laws and contain the components people claim they contain. Our Lead Engineers will review the mix design and construction quality control for consolidation grouting for tunnels, dam foundations, bridge abutments, and remedial geotechnical engineering for each project we involve. Qualitest Canada ensures that mix design optimization and consultation for concrete sampling procedures for RCC (Roller Compacted Concrete) and soil-cement for pavements, sub-base, dams, and embankments.

Qualitest Canada is fully capable to perform field and laboratory testing on concrete, aggregates and cement according to the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), ACI (American Concrete Institute), the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM, now ASTM International), the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Standards, and the local city requirements (City of Edmonton, City of Calgary etc). Qualitest Canada’s Engineers have well experience in testing, interpreting test results, preparing technical specifications, and mix design optimization for Portland cement concrete, mortar, shotcrete, self-compacting lightweight concrete, heavy weight concrete, high strength concrete, and zero slump concrete.

Many of the reputable companies are using third party Geotechnical Engineering firm to test their concrete so that the results are neutral, ensuring that there will be no doubts about the safety of the concrete in the future. Qualitest Canada is one of the leading Geotechnical Engineering firm in Alberta can handle all size / types of the concrete testing within the project cost and on time. Please contact us today for all type of concrete testing. Call us at 780-851-2020 (AB) and 778-381-7376 (BC) or email to us admin@qualitests.com

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Why you need an Experts for welding procedures (WPS) development and qualification (PQR)?

Experts for welding procedures

Qualitest Canada has experts for welding procedures development. Our experienced staff can assist you in developing a welding procedure to align with your project requirements and keep within compliance of Clients specifications, Provincial requirements (ABSA, BC Boiler Safety, TSASK etc.), applicable construction codes and standards. We can also provide Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) consulting and documentation interpretation.

Our Engineers are fully aware of the provincial requirements like ABSA, BC Boiler Safety, TSASK etc, and they can prepare your weld procedure as per your project requirements. We provide WPQ specs for ASME, CSA, AWS, API standards and Client’s requirements. This are the reasons, you need Expert for welding procedure (WPS) development and qualification (PQR).

A welding procedure qualification is necessary to ensure quality and durability of your welds. Each standard has its own nuances and details that require guidance from experienced professionals, like those found at Qualitest Canada.

Welding Procedure Development & Qualification

A WPS is the official document that describes a specific welding procedure that is used as a guide for your welders to insure they are using proper techniques to produce dependable and quality welds as per the code specification. A WPS is developed for each type of material being used as well as the different welding types and are usually based of off the specific codes from the ASME, CSA, AWS and API. Every welding procedure specification is backed by a procedure qualification record.

Procedure Qualification Record (PQR)

Once a WPS is developed or interpreted from client specification a welding procedure qualification record is required to support the WPS and insure that the procedure produces strong quality welds. A PQR can support one or several WPS as long as they fall under the same required specification. This is required and demonstrates that your company has the knowledge to perform this particular procedure and that your welds possess the correct metallurgical and material properties.

This is determined by sending a test weld through our material testing laboratory where we will certify the WPS with a PQR. Once the procedure is approved by the authority, we can also qualify your welders to assure the required knowledge and skill to perform this procedure is satisfactory.

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Alberta: 702 – 23rd Ave Nisku, AB, T9E 7Y6, Canada, (780) 851-2020

BC: 112, 13085 115Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0C3, Canada, (778) 381-7376

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Geotechnical investigations – Why it is so important for Alberta, BC and SK?

Geotechnical investigations

Geotechnical investigations have acquired substantial importance in preventing human and material damage due to the earthquakes, foundation cracks, and other catastrophes. Geotechnical investigations can be as simple as conducting only a visual assessment of the site or as detailed as a computer-aided study of the soil using laboratory tests. The purposes of a Geotechnical Investigation are to investigate the soil and geologic conditions of a property and to provide recommendations and design criteria for construction. The scope of a Geotechnical Investigation includes review of available literature; conducting on-site exploration, mapping/logging and sampling; and laboratory testing of samples obtained in the field. The collected data is analyzed and geotechnical criteria for foundations, retaining walls, site grading and site drainage are developed.

This criterion chiefly consists of the load bearing capacities and anticipated lateral forces from the onsite soil and rock. The culmination of the investigation is a report summarizing the field and lab findings; conclusions regarding the geotechnical impacts of the site; and recommendations for the most technically suitable construction. Geotechnical investigations have become an essential component of every construction to ensure safety of human beings and materials. It includes a detailed investigation of the soil to determine the soil strength, composition, water content, and other important soil characteristics.

Geotechnical investigations are executed by highly experienced geotechnical engineers and geologists to acquire information regarding the physical characteristics of soil and rocks. The purpose of geotechnical investigations is to design earthworks, pilings and foundations for structures, and to execute earthwork repairs necessitated due to changes in the subsurface environment.

A geotechnical examination includes surface and subsurface exploration, soil sampling, and laboratory analysis. Geotechnical investigations are also known as foundation analysis, soil analysis, soil testing, soil mechanics, and subsurface investigation. The samples are examined prior to the development of the location.

Based on the soil condition, it is very important to carry out a geotechnical investigation in Alberta, BC and SK.

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Alberta: 702 – 23rd Ave Nisku, AB, T9E 7Y6, Canada, (780) 851-2020

BC: 112, 13085 115Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0C3, Canada, (778) 381-7376