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Callao, Virginia, USA Bud Johnson, SAMSŪ SA, CWI Certified Infrared Thermographer Certified Welding Inspector Principal Marine Surveyor
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| Pre-Purchase Survey
This is the most comprehensive type of inspection, and is strongly advised when purchasing a new or used vessel. Condition and overall operation of the vessel should be examined. This covers structural integrity, electrical systems, the propulsion system, the fuel system, other machinery, navigation equipment, miscellaneous on-board systems, cosmetic appearance, electronics, and overall maintenance as well as an out-of-water inspection and a sea trial. |
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| Insurance Survey This inspection is performed so that the insurance company can determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. They are interested in structural integrity and safety for its intended use. Most insurance companies require a survey on older boats. They will also want to know the vessel's fair market value. |
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| Infared Thermography Thermal imaging is a technique used for detecting and measuring variations in heat energy and transforming that data into visible signals which can be recorded photographically. This technology is used to analyze the seaworthiness of a vessel, or to see alterations to a vessel that are not otherwise visible. It is used to identify problems that are potentially hazardous before it's too late, or to let a prospective buyer of a vessel know if there are any structural, electrical, or mechanical problems that can't be seen before they purchase the vessel. It can find underlying abnormalities which cannot be detected otherwise. Click here for more pictures. |
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| Appraisal Inspection This inspection is performed to gather enough information to justify or determine the fair market value of the vessel. This is normally needed for financing, estate settlements, donations and legal cases. |
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| Engine Surveys This is an inspection of a vessel's engine(s) to ascertain present condition. It can include such things as a compression test, cylinder balance test, alternator output test, hoses, and also checking the belts condition and alignment. Infared Thermography is also good for examining cooling conditions. |
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| Oil and Fluid Analyses This involves drawing an oil sample from the crank case into a non contaminated container and testing for the presence and levels of water, antifreeze, soot, oxidation, sulphur, wear metals and other contaminants in diesel and gasoline engine lubricants. |
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| Welding Inspection Visual inspection of welds / weld prep this involves the examination of joints throughout the vessel, which includes checking for conformation to appropriate codes, specifications and quality. Writing and/or checking specifications. |
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