With an extensive network of experienced Pipe mill Inspection personnel available through NDE, we provide first class service in the provision of Pipe mill Inspection services. The experience of our personnel, coupled with the use of latest technologies, (digital cameras, software tracking systems, laptop computers) and specialist training, ensures that we provide our clients with the very best levels of quality of service and turn around of information.

NDE qualified mill inspectors have vast experience covering all types of Pipe mill production processes be it; Welded (SAW, TIG, HFI, ERW, Spiral, fetz-moon), Seamless (Pilger, Plug, Cold Draw, Mandrel) and others such as mechanically and metallurgically bonded pipe processes.

NDE also has a base of highly qualified bend shop and coating plant Inspectors to fulfil client Project needs.

The key to providing a service level above the norm is the experience of the personnel. When it comes to the provision of experienced pipe mill, bend shop and coating inspectors we at NDE use those inspectors with extensive experience and expertise, these inspectors are known and respected by the NDE client base within the Pipe mill industry.
Add in the factor of having a dedicated technical co-ordination team, the level of service being provided by NDE in this field is second to none. From the start of each individual project until final deliveries a dedicated technical coordinator provides the Inspection team and the client with the necessary support to ensure the job runs smoothly and to the highest possible quality standards

All NDE companies operate Quality Management Systems to ISO 9000 group of standards.

The German office is certified by:

DNV Certificate Registration no. CERT-41771-2008-AQ-GER-TGA to ISO 9001 ? 2008
The US office is certified by:

DNV Certificate Registration no. CERT-11065-2007-AQ-USA-ANAB to ISO 9001 - 2000

Field personnel are provided with Inspectors Handbook providing detailed instructions on the key aspects involved in the execution of the assigned activities.
When clients and/or specific project needs dictate then specific project instructions are drawn up and distributed to personnel assigned to these projects.
Field personnel are provided with detailed assignment instructions which clearly identify exactly what activities they are assigned with and details of any specific customer requirements and expectations.

NDE and all personnel employed by NDE are dedicated to providing the best possible service to their clients. A crucial element of this is obviously reporting, this must be as precise as possible to enable our clients to fully understand what is happening to their order. All available tools / methods are utilised to relay this information to clients as clearly as possible.
Digital imagery is used where allowed to enhance the report content.
Reports can be prepared on our own report forms or on report formats provide by clients, all latest soft and hardware is available to ensure that all formats can be processed.

Listed below are the key reporting formats used by NDE

• Pre-Inspection Meeting Reports
• Field Inspection Reports
• Field Inspection Reports Piping Material
• Field Inspection Reports Specials (i.e. OCTG, umbilical's, etc..)
• Non-conformances (NCR) reports
• Punchlist
• Inspection Release Certificate