Rotary & handling equipment inspections | API 7&8

Rotary and handling tools stay safe, compliant and operationally ready through inspections carried out in accordance with industry standards and manufacturer specifications. Equipment risks are identified early, giving operations managers certainty that every asset meets regulatory demands. Control Union delivers these inspections with in-house specification data that accelerates every engagement.

    Safety and compliance through rotary and handling tool inspection

    Control Union conducts rotary and handling tool inspections in strict adherence to manufacturer specifications and API Recommended Practices 7L and 8B. These standards govern dimensional tolerances and wear limits, so each inspection produces a clear pass-or-fail outcome that satisfies regulatory scrutiny.

    Years of field experience have built deep familiarity with equipment from major manufacturers, which translates into faster preparation and fewer surprises on site.

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    Secure operational control with tool inspections

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    In-house specification database cuts preparation time

    Critical area drawings and wear data from major manufacturers sit ready in-house, so inspection teams arrive prepared and start work without delay.

    2.

    Only in-use equipment is examined

    Inspectors skip unused items, reducing time on site and limiting disruption to ongoing operations while maintaining full examination quality.

    3.

    Multi-skilled certified inspectors cover more ground

    Each inspector holds certifications across multiple disciplines, from lifting equipment to offshore work, removing the need for additional specialists per visit.

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    Tablet-based digital reporting

    Inspectors capture findings digitally during the site visit using tablet-based system. Reporting is prepared more efficiently, supporting timely follow-up actions.

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    Consistent inspection quality

    Certified experts receive continuous training and recertification, keeping inspection quality consistent across every location and cycle.

    How we work

    Towards control, insight, and certainty

    The strength lies in the combination of inspection expertise, advanced data systems, and global practical experience.

    Step 1

    Define the scope by identifying all relevant in-use rotary and handling tools, so inspection effort targets operational equipment only.

    Step 2

    Inspect each tool through visual, dimensional and non-destructive examination techniques, capturing all findings digitally on site.

    Step 3

    Identified defects and maintenance points are reported, enabling operational teams to act on a prioritised plan.

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    Full operational certainty

    Control Union delivers objective, audit-ready inspection results with rapid turnaround and portal-based asset management for rotary and handling tools.

    • Independent from insurers and maintenance parties, Control Union produces fully objective inspection results free from conflicts of interest.

    • Emergency jobs, weekend service and complete certificate management through a dedicated portal support ongoing operations while minimising disruption.

    • A strong national presence across key ports and industries, backed by a global network, ensures local inspectors are available where and when needed.

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    By focusing inspections on relevant, in-use equipment, Control Union optimises efficiency on site without compromising the quality or thoroughness of each examination.
    Koen Backer van Ommeren – Control Union
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    Frequently asked questions

    Control Union performs thorough visual inspections, dimensional checks and non-destructive testing on rotary and handling tools, verifying condition against manufacturer specifications and API standards.

    Control Union sets up the inventory, manages certificates and plans each inspection around operational schedules. Emergency and weekend service options are available through the asset management portal.

    Organisations receive digital inspection reports with clear findings and status per tool. These documented, verifiable results support regulatory audits and provide a reliable basis for follow up actions.

    Smart procurement & advice

    Independent advice and procurement of lifting, hoisting, fall protection and work equipment, aligned with operational needs, technical requirements, asset management strategies and applicable standards.

    This approach helps organisations select the right equipment with greater control over safety, compliance, availability and cost.

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    Control Union drives global trade forward. As an international and independent partner, we support traders, producers, brands, and logistics service providers in managing risk and safeguarding quality at every step of the supply chain.

    From raw material to final product, from processes and systems to installations, we provide insight, assurance, and trust in every link of the chain. We do this through inspections and audits, certification and verification, laboratory analyses, and pest management.

    Our global network of experts are embedded in international supply chains across dozens of sectors, including agriculture, food & feed, energy & biofuels, forestry, construction & infrastructure, textiles, maritime, and on- and offshore.

    Together, we build future-proof supply chains and confidence in global trade!

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