AMCO performs methodical, on-site evaluations of piping, valves and related equipment to determine their suitability for efficient service. This is not just a physical inspection, but includes multiple phases to ensure an accurate analysis. A unit walk down includes:

• Becoming familiar with systems and the general facility layout. A review of relevant drawings and documents is required to have a good understanding of specific component needs. Relevant data and component histories are also collected, as well as interviewing unit operators and maintenance staff.

• Planning walk down routes to achieve as much as possible within a given time and to reduce the disruption of facility operators.

• Using walk down documentation to identify items to be considered for overall evaluation of system.

• The physical walk down, which will be performed either on an area-by-area or a system-by-system basis. In addition to performing visual evaluations, we also interview operators, review maintenance records, photographs, etc. to get a thorough understanding of the application.

• Assessing the walk down. This phase processes all the information collected from the plant walk down so an accurate report can be presented for corrective action.