{"id":30159,"date":"2025-01-13T10:19:12","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T09:19:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crinspection.it\/2025\/01\/13\/noise-emissions-and-fuel-storage-the-importance-of-non-destructive-testing-for-asset-integrity\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T10:01:37","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T08:01:37","slug":"noise-emissions-and-fuel-storage-the-importance-of-non-destructive-testing-for-asset-integrity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crinspection.it\/en\/2025\/01\/13\/noise-emissions-and-fuel-storage-the-importance-of-non-destructive-testing-for-asset-integrity\/","title":{"rendered":"Noise emissions and fuel storage: the importance of non-destructive testing for asset integrity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the industrial sector, <strong>fuel storage<\/strong> is a <strong>critical element<\/strong> from both the point of view of <strong>safety<\/strong> and <strong>environmental protection<\/strong>. Among the most advanced techniques for monitoring the <strong>structural condition<\/strong> of <strong>tanks<\/strong> are <strong>non-destructive testing (NDT),<\/strong> in particular those based on <strong>acoustic emissions<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>What are noise emissions?<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Montserrat||||||||&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||25px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Acoustic emissions<\/strong> are sound signals generated by phenomena inside materials, such as <strong>cracking<\/strong>, <strong>corrosion<\/strong>, <strong>leaks<\/strong> or other types of <strong>stress<\/strong>. These signals can be captured by special <strong>sensors<\/strong> and analyzed to identify <strong>any critical issues<\/strong> in the structures. This method stands out for its ability <strong>to detect problems in real time<\/strong>, even in <strong>areas that are difficult to reach<\/strong> with traditional techniques.  <\/p>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Why are they essential for fuel storage?<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Fuel storage<\/strong> <strong>tanks<\/strong> are exposed to various <strong>stresses<\/strong>: <strong>variations in temperature<\/strong>, <strong>internal pressure<\/strong>, and the presence of <strong>corrosive agents<\/strong>. These conditions can cause <strong>structural degradation<\/strong> which, if not detected in time, can lead to <strong>fuel leaks<\/strong> or, in the most serious cases, <strong>fires<\/strong> or <strong>explosions<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <strong>methods<\/strong> are <strong>different<\/strong>: they range from control by acoustic emission with instruments up to <strong>40 channels for large storage tanks<\/strong>, to <strong>SDT<\/strong> methods, more <strong>practical and faster<\/strong>, performed on the <strong>storage tanks of fuel distributors for vehicles<\/strong> (in accordance with <em><strong>the Unichim 195 Manual<\/strong><\/em>).<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through <strong>acoustic emission<\/strong> control, it is possible to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Identify<\/strong> <strong>early signs of degradation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce <strong>risks to the environment<\/strong> and <strong>the safety of personnel<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan <strong>targeted maintenance interventions<\/strong>, <strong>optimizing time and costs<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>The role of non-destructive testing in asset integrity<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Asset integrity<\/strong>, i.e. the set of practices aimed at ensuring the <strong>reliability<\/strong> and <strong>safety<\/strong> of <strong>industrial infrastructures<\/strong>, finds an <strong>irreplaceable ally<\/strong> in <strong>non-destructive testing<\/strong>. These methods allow for <strong>in-depth checks<\/strong> without compromising the <strong>operation<\/strong> of the facilities. In addition, the use of advanced technologies such as <strong>acoustic emissions<\/strong> guarantees a <strong>level of detail<\/strong> and <strong>precision<\/strong> that can hardly be achieved with other techniques.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>CR Inspection, your partner for non-destructive testing<\/h2>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;||||||||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>CR Inspection<\/strong>, through its <strong>certified organization distributed throughout the Italian territory<\/strong>, is the <strong>right and reliable partner<\/strong> for the <strong>execution<\/strong> of <a href=\"https:\/\/crinspection.it\/en\/ndt\/\"><strong>non-destructive tests<\/strong><\/a>. We offer <strong>punctual execution, complete assistance and transparency in costs<\/strong>. Our <strong>team of experienced technicians<\/strong> is <strong>certified<\/strong> and ready to offer <strong>customized solutions<\/strong> to meet your specific needs. In addition, as a <strong>certifying body<\/strong>, we not only carry out the checks, but <a href=\"https:\/\/crinspection.it\/en\/personnel-certification\/\"><strong>also certify the employees<\/strong><\/a>, using <strong>highly qualified technicians<\/strong> who are also <strong>teachers and examiners<\/strong>.    This <strong>expertise<\/strong> not only guarantees <strong>compliance with the highest quality standards<\/strong>, but offers customers the <strong>security of relying on experienced professionals<\/strong> who are up-to-date on <strong>the methodologies and innovations in the sector<\/strong>. <span>We can also <strong>draw up<\/strong> customized <strong>risk-based<\/strong> <strong>control plans<\/strong> (<em><strong>RBI \u2013 Risk Based Inspection methodology<\/strong><\/em>) in accordance with the most common regulatory references, such as <strong>API581<\/strong>. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p>To find out more, you can contact our <strong>service contact person, Niccol\u00f2<\/strong>, at <a href=\"tel:+393286949955\"><strong>328 6949955<\/strong><\/a> or email <a href=\"mailto:niccolo@crinspection.it\"><strong>niccolo@crinspection.it<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the industrial sector, fuel storage is a critical element from both the point of view of safety and environmental protection. 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