Quality Control
The Quality Control Department at Altex Industries is responsible to finding and eliminating sources of quality issues via documented processes, equipment, and experience. Our Quality Control and Assurance Program is process orientated with planned systematic activities per the Altex Quality Control Manual. Our QC/QA program is registered with ABSA and is certified to ASME U, S, and National Board NB and R stamps.
QA/QC Process
Identify
Specify the requirements of the product and/or service.
Measure
Ensure that all requirements are being met and monitored.
Control
Verify, identify, and correct, any quality issues that arise prior to releasing the final product.
Improvement
Identify opportunities for process improvement to improve overall quality in the future.
Non-Destructive Examination and Testing (NDE & NDT)
- ET – Eddy-current Testing
- FT – Ferrite Testing
- HT – Hardness Testing
- LPI – Liquid Penetrant Inspection
- MPI – Magnetic-Particle Inspection
- PMI – Positive Material Identification
- PT – Dye-penetrant testing
- RT – Radiographic Testing
- UT – Ultrasonic Testing (Including phased-array)
- VT – Visual Testing
Current QC Staff
- CGSB level 2 PT/MT
- CWB level 1/2/3
- ABSA welding Examiner
Quality Control FAQ's
Do you have CWB level 2 technicians on staff?
Yes, we currently have several CWB certified technicians at Altex.
What procedures do you have (hydro, PWHT, etc)?
Yes, Altex has a variety of procedures in relation to the work that is performed, available upon request.
Are calibration records/ logs available?
Yes, all calibration records are available and are added to job files as applicable.
How do welders get instruction/ verify weld procedures?
Welders are given instruction by the supervisor and all weld procedures are available for review in the Foremen or QC office.
How are materials/consumables controlled?
Materials are controlled as per our Quality Program. All material markings and MTR's are verified during our receiving process. The traceability of all materials and consumables is maintained throughout the entire fabrication process.
Can we be provided 48 hours advance notice for inspection of our equipment?
We always do the best we can to coordinate advance notice of inspections for our customers. The dynamic nature of the work progress sometimes makes it difficult always give 48 hours notice. We always do our best to coordinate customer inspections in a timely fashion.
How are drawing/documents controlled?
Documents are controlled as per our Quality Program. A log is kept of all documents that our Document Control receive and send.
Are ITP's progressively signed off?
Yes, we sign off the ITP as the job progresses. Note that certain items cannot be signed until all of the information pertaining to the item is retrieved and put into the job folder file (MTR's, welder qualifications, etc).
Is a punch list utilized for outstanding/ open items that need to be addressed?
We have a punch list developed that is to be used for outstanding items.
How are non‐conformances handled?
NCR's are managed as per our Quality Program. Once an NCR is issued, it is to be logged and a Corrective Action report completed. All NCR's are reviewed with senior management during the quarterly review.
When will final documentation/ turnover be provided after completion?
Final packages are typically ready after we receive as-built drawings. This can be a few weeks after shipment, depending on workload.
Who will be the contact for inspections?
The main contact for inspections is one of our QC examiners that is assigned to the project.
Are welder qualifications/continuity up to date?
Yes, these qualifications/continuities are kept up to date by our welding examiner.
Who are your sub‐contractors, have you reviewed their procedures, have they been approved, what is the procedure for approval?
We use several qualified sub-contractors when executing a project. All procedures (including NDE procedures) are reviewed on a regular basis and as changes to the codes and standards occur. Suppliers are also audited by SCM and QC when necessary to ensure that our internal processes as per our Quality Program are followed.
We believe that quality is not just the responsibility of the Quality Control department – it is everyone’s responsibility at Altex Industries.
