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EXPERT SERVICE

Engineering solutions for safe operation of hazardous industrial facilities
EXPERT SERVICE LLP has been operating since December 2011.
Our mission is to provide the customer with objective information
on the technical condition of equipment to enable informed engineering
decisions and ensure compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
We support hazardous industrial facilities of oil and gas, energy, and other industrial enterprises.

13+
Years of experience
100+
Training areas
50 000+
trained specialists
24/7
Ready for mobilization

We are contacted in situations where it is necessary to quickly make a technical decision and ensure the legal operation of equipment.

Turnaround Maintenance

Required to perform comprehensive diagnostics and testing in tight deadlines to minimize facility downtime.

Industrial Safety Examination (ISE)

Examination for obtaining Use Permit (UP) or extending equipment service life.

Valve Repair and Calibration (PRV/PSV)

When equipment fails testing or requires onsite performance restoration.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Inspection of welded joints, steel structures, and pipelines using UT, RT, MT, PT, and VT methods.

Restoration of Documentation

Manufacturing duplicates of technical passports and issuing conclusions for equipment that has completed its standard service life.

Urgent Mobilization

Prompt dispatch of an expert group to remote sites (Tengiz, Kashagan, Karachaganak, etc.).

Personnel Training

Preparation and knowledge testing of employees regarding industrial safety and occupational health and safety requirements.

We guarantee the resolution of the most complex tasks thanks to our own manufacturing and technical base.

Mobile Workshop ST 20-4

A 20-foot container complex for repair, lapping/machining and testing of valves directly at the customer’s site.

Pressure Testing up to 160 MPa

The use of PKTBA pneumohydraulic stations allows for liquid pressure creation up to 160 MPa for testing vessels and valves.

Testing according to International Standards

Tests are performed on Ventil test benches in accordance with API 598, ISO 5208, and EN 12266-1 protocols.

Full Scope of NDT Inspection

Using modern equipment to perform all methods of non-destructive testing with high accuracy and reliability of results.

Mobile Laboratory

Specialized transport for rapid mobilization of non-destructive testing groups and field work.

EXpert service

INTERNATIONAL QUALITY STANDARDS

The company is certified according to international standards, guaranteeing the highest level of management and safety

ISO 45001:2018

Occupational Health and Safety

ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management

ISO 14001

Environmental Management

NCA

National Accreditation Center

Compliance with World and State Standards

ГОСТ 33257-2015

Pipeline valves. Control and testing methods

ST RK ISO 8573-1-2015

Compressed air. Purity classes

GOST 15150-69

Climatic design UHL4

TR CU 010/2011

On safety of machinery and equipment

ISO 4126-1:2013

Safety devices for protection against excessive pressure

API 526 & 527

Flanged Steel Pressure Relief Valves & Seat Tightness of Pressure Relief Valves

ASME PTC 25-2014

Pressure Relief Devices

Full Engineering Cycle Model

Интерактивный круг
Single contractor instead of several - complete responsibility for the result.

Модель полного инженерного цикла

Economic Effect for the Customer

01

Reduction of Downtime

No waiting for third-party repair crews, diagnostics and repairs are performed in parallel.

02

Single Point of Accountability

We are responsible for both defect identification and its elimination.

03

Budget Optimization

Reduction of transaction costs associated with managing multiple contractors.

04

Increased Profitability

Through an integrated approach to extending asset lifecycle.

When time matters — we are already on our way

Our Services & Competencies

We perform comprehensive technical diagnostics and examination using Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods

Pressure equipment: boilers, vessels, pipelines, oxygen cylinders

Tank farm: inspection of storage tanks of any purpose

Lifting facilities: cranes and lifting mechanisms

Steel structures: inspection of joints and welded connections

Manufacturing and restoration of technical passports

Leakage testing of isolation valves

1Block A: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Laboratory
  • Visual and Dimensional Testing (VT).
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
  • Radiographic Testing (RT).
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT).
  • Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT).
  • Metal Hardness Testing.
2Block B: Technical Diagnostics and Engineering of Facilities

Pressure Equipment: steam and hot water boilers, vessels, process piping, oxygen cylinders.
Tank Farm: comprehensive inspection of tanks of any purpose and reservoirs for storage of petroleum products.
Lifting Equipment (LE): diagnostics of cranes and other lifting mechanisms
Steel Structures: inspection of joint and welded connection states of civil and industrial structures.

3Block C: Specialized Testing

Testing of metal ladders: fire, extension, step, single, and roof railings.
Quality assessment of fire-retardant coating: verification of the preservation of structural wood elements protection.
Testing of safety systems for work at height: safety systems, ropes, slings, safety belts, and evacuation systems.
Testing of load-gripping devices: slings (chain, wire rope, textile), hooks, etc.

4Block D: Valve Repair and Testing (PRV/PSV)

Leakage testing of pipeline valves and breather valves
Full cycle of PRV and PSV valve repair: disassembly, root cause analysis, mechanical machining (lapping/grinding), calibration, and verification.

5Block E: Legal Compliance & Certification

Industrial Safety Examination (ISE) for obtaining Use Permit (UP).
Manufacturing and restoration of technical data sheets (duplicates) for all types of equipment.
Extension of residual lifetime and legalization of further operation.

6Block F: Training (own educational platform expertservice.kz):

ENSURING INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
Fire-Technical Minimum
Safe operation of pressure vessels
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) safety
Occupational health and safety
Safe operation of compressor stations
Responsible person for supervision of safe operation of lifting cranes, removable load-gripping devices and containers
First Aid Delivery
Pendant-controlled crane operator
ENSURING INDUSTRIAL SAFETY course for engineering and technical workers
"Lifting Mechanisms" course for the person responsible for safe work execution using cranes for load movement
Development of special professional competencies on safety and occupational health issues
Occupational safety and health management during work at height
Safe work in confined spaces
Slinger / Rigger
Signaler

Technical Base

Category

EQUIPMENT FOR TESTING AND REPAIR

Container for Testing and Repair of Safety and Shut-off/Regulating Valves Model CT 20-4

A fully equipped test container for on-site repair and testing of all standard shut-off, safety, and regulating valves, as well as high-pressure hoses. The 20-foot workshop-container contains all necessary tools and equipment for valve assembly (disassembly) and light repair.The built-in combined test bench is equipped with 3 clamps for safety valves and a special clamping system for shut-off and regulating valves, specially designed and equipped for container applications.

VALVE TESTING WORKSHOP: TEST STAND MODEL VC25-HC25-CC

Ventil VC25-HC25-CC - is a universal test bench for pressure testing of shut-off valves, control valves, and pressure relief valves in the range of 1/2- 10" / DN 15- 250 mm. Important and unique features
Gas and liquid testing of all types of safety valves with flanged and threaded connections, according to all common international testing standards such as: API 598, EN 12266-1, ISO 5208, API 526, API 527, ANSI / API PR 576, ANSI FCI 70-2, and IEC 60534-4.
Robust clamping systems of 25 metric tons, specifically designed for container use, durable, compact and ultra-low for maximum space utilization.
Used worldwide by numerous valve manufacturers and repair specialists
Used worldwide by numerous valve manufacturers and repair specialists
TEST SYSTEMS
1 LP Air test system (0–7 bar / 100 psi / 700 kPa)
2 Gas test system (0–300 bar / 4,350 psi / 30,000 kPa)
3 Liquid test system 0–400 bar / 5,800 psi / 40,000 kPa
4 Seat leakage test system (Bubble counter according to API and EN standards)
MAXIMUM TEST PRESSURE PER VALVE SIZE* GAS / LIQUID PRESSURE
INCH MM #150 #300 #600 #900 #1500
½ - 2 15 - 50 400 bar / 5,800 psi
2½ - 3 66 - 80 300 bar / 4,350 psi
4 100   200 bar / 2,900 psi
6 150   100 bar / 1,450 psi  
8 200 60 bar / 870 psi Contact us for smaller, larger and
custom build solutions
10 250 40 bar / 580 psi

Mobile Testing Complex Ventil CT-800 U

Specialized solution for testing breather and safety valves

  1. 1. Key technical parameters
  • • Range of tested valves: 50 to 600 mm (nominal diameter).
  • • Maximum clamping force: 12 tons (120 kN).
  • • Test medium: Gas (compressed air or nitrogen).
  • • Storage tank capacity: 50 liters (ensures pressure stability during valve actuation).
  1. 2. Equipment fixation system

The test bench is equipped with a reliable quick-clamping system, which includes:

  • • Manual four-jaw mechanism: allows fixing the valves by the inlet flange.
  • Adaptability: ability to use different number of clamps depending on the test pressure.
  • • Versatility: the design of the clamping table is optimized for working with a wide range of valve models.
  1. 3. Capabilities and precision

The complex allows performing a full cycle of mandatory checks:

  • • Opening pressure determination: high adjustment accuracy due to the combination of a precision regulator and a shut-off valve.
  • • Gate tightness control: precision regulation system allows identifying minimal leaks in the valve seat.
  • • Metrological reliability: the device is equipped with a set of calibrated pressure sensors.
  1. 4. Control and safety

The control panel is designed for maximum safety and comfort of the operator:

  • • Pneumatic drive: includes air preparation system with filter, regulator and flow control.
  • • Protection system: integrated automatic interlock and audio/visual alarms to prevent emergency situations during testing.
  • • Ergonomics: all controls are located on the front panel; silencers are provided on the gas discharge line to reduce noise levels.
  • • Component protection: built-in mechanical filters at the inlet protect internal system components from contamination.

Capabilities for testing and certification of PRV (pressure relief valves) and PSV (safety valves)

Disassembly and inspection of the valve
Troubleshooting and root cause analysis
The valve body / seat tightness tests are performed according to the relevant standard (API, etc.).
Pressure relief valve calibrated in accordance with the set pressure
Valve repair (lapping, mechanical machining, etc.)
Категория

Pneumohydraulic station with control system for test bench model PKTBA

Pressure source for hydraulic and pneumatic testing of vessels, shut-off valves, hoses, etc. Test bench control panel. Standalone pressure source
1.Creation of liquid pressure up to 160 MPa. 2.Smooth (stepless) pressure control: hydrotesting 1.0...160 MPa; pneumatic testing 0.05...1 MPa 3.Smooth control of the test bench hydraulic cylinder clamp. 4.Automatic maintenance of the set pressure. 5.Measurement of leakages in the gate of the tested product by drop and bubble methods.

Test bench for hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of pipeline valves DN 10-400 мм,
Pmax63МПа
is designed for hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of pipeline valves with nominal diameters of 10–400 mm. The maximum test pressures for valves of different sizes are shown in the table below:

Nominal valve diameter
DN, мм (NPS, дюйм)
Maximum test pressure
Pmax, МПа (bar)
10(3/8)–80 (3) 63 (630)
100 (4) 60 (600)
125 (5) 40 (400)
150 (6) 28 (280)
200 (8) 15 (150)
250 (10) 10 (100)
300 (12) 7 (70)
350 (14) 5,5 (55)
400 (16) 4 (40)
Категория

PKTBA-PGS-M050

Mobile high-pressure pneumohydraulic testing station

Технические характеристики
160 MPa — maximum hydraulic test pressure.
0.6 MPa — maximum pneumatic test pressure.

Equipment for testing process control in accordance with world standards (API, ASME, ISO, GOST).

Основные функции и возможности

  • Creation of high pressure of testing media.
  • Process control as part of a test bench.
  • Absolute mobility: movement to any point of the workshop for pneumatic and hydraulic testing.

Industries:

Refining and petrochemical industries.

Safety:

Strictly outside explosive areas (free of conductive dust and corrosive gases).

Climate:

Closed heated rooms (+5 °C ... +40 °C). Category UHL4 (GOST 15150).

Рабочие параметры и требования к испытательным средам

 

Air / Pneumatic testing

Medium supplied to the station:

Compressed air (purity class [7:8:4]

per ST RK ISO 8573-1-2015).

Inlet pressure: 0.6 - 1.0 MPa.

Outlet test medium:

Air (purity class [6:8:4]).

Low pressure

operating range: 0.05 - 0.6 MPa

Water / Hydrotesting: Medium supplied to the station: Drinking water (ST RK GOST R 51232-2003). Filtration: not coarser than 100 microns OR from pressurized system at 0.1 - 0.4 MPa. Outlet test medium: Water (5 microns filtration). High pressure operating range: 16.0 - 160.0 MPa

Категория

Компетенции: Неразрушающий контроль (NDT)

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