Case Study: an international chemical company achieves faster, safer sphere inspections with Applus+ HEX system

International Chemical Company completes LPG sphere inspections in 35 days with Applus+

An international chemical company engaged Applus+ to perform statutory internal and external inspections on a 16-metre LPG storage sphere. The challenge was to carry out these inspections efficiently and safely, avoiding the lengthy timelines associated with conventional scaffolding.

Applus+ implemented its turnkey solution using the HEX system, a modular suspended access platform. This system allowed their rope access technicians to perform all required non-destructive testing and even support an additional pipework repair scope. Applus+ completed the full project, including the additional repairs, within the planned 35 days, saving the client significant time and money compared to traditional scaffolding while maintaining a 100% safety record.