Inspection and Quality Services Mining Project Management, Inspection, Asset Maintenance and Training Services

Inspection and Quality Services (IQS) was established in 1989 to provide worldwide project quality management, engineering inspection, NDT and training services for a wide range of industries, including engineering, mining, manufacturing, oil, gas and petrochemical.

IQS is accredited by AWS, Lloyd’s Bureau of Shipping and Bureau Veritas, and is favourably positioned to offer clients a range of services in accordance with ISO 9001: 2008 and ISO 17020 general criteria for the operation of various types of bodies performing inspection.

Mining project quality management and inspection services

IQS offers project quality management, expediting and inspection for the mining industry, employing internationally qualified inspection personnel to CSWIP, PCN, API and SAIW standards.

IQS will, on behalf of clients, conduct supplier evaluations and technical capability assessments, utilising IRCA-qualified and registered auditors, as well as commodity inspection and verification prior to shipment from supplier and customs clearance.

Mining project management and turnkey services

IQS can offer:

• Dedicated management and turnkey services to suit the client’s need and budget
• Specialised services using state-of-the-art and patented technology
• Real-time reporting on an international basis
• Close liaison with contractors and sub-contractors to ensure quality of deliverable services
• Production of data and project records for future reference

Mine asset management and maintenance

IQS provides a range of asset management and maintenance services for the mining industry, which includes risk-based inspection (RBI) and current best-practice methodology, as per the guidelines PAS BS 55-1 and PAS BS 55-2.

We also offer metallurgical consulting, stress analysis and failure investigations.

Welding services and training for the mining industry

IQS can develop welding procedures, and welder qualification and training to ASME, BS, AWS, ASNT and API standards.

Non-destructive testing services and personnel

IQS’ range of non-destructive testing (NDT) services include MPI, PT, UT, phased array, time of flight, vibration analysis, thermography, groundbreaking radar, long-range UT, radiography, eddy current and internationally qualified CSWIP, PCN, API, and SAIW personnel.

SHEQ management system services

IQS can provide and customise ISO 9001, 14001 and 18000 (SHEQ) management system development, in-house training and open courses, and Q-Pulse software.

Qualified personnel for the mining industry

IQS can provide the following internationally experienced personnel:

• Design / technical engineers, planners, quantity surveyors, supervisors, production and maintenance personnel, HSE representatives, and fire-watch personnel
• TWI agents for CSWIP 3.0, 3.1 and 3.2 weld inspector training
• IRATA rope access inspection, maintenance and corrosion-protection personnel
• Staff who are qualified and recognised in their individual fields and disciplines

Conveyor belt condition monitoring and wire rope inspection

IQS provides wire rope inspection and steel braid conveyor belt condition monitoring, utilising patented state-of-the-art weak magnetic induction field technology.

Pressure vessel and system inspection, recertification and design

IQS provides pressure vessel and pressurised system inspection, recertification and design reviews to ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and 2; BS 5500; ANSI B31.1; ANSI B31.3; AD-Merkblatt; Technical Rules Dampfkessel (TRD).

Paint inspectors and corrosion-protection advisory services

IQS paint inspectors and corrosion-protection advisory services utilise internationally qualified NACE, CSWIP and PCN personnel.

Best-practice mining project services

IQS’ business philosophy is aligned to international best practice and we pride ourselves on being a contributor in major projects alongside internationally recognised suppliers and clients.

Understanding the customers’ needs, expectations, requirements and the ultimate deliverable service is key to the placement of IQS personnel and service offering.

Moving forward, IQS is gearing its capability to meet the growing international demand for its services. In doing so, we are confident that it will continue to satisfy the expectations of all stakeholders.