RBI · API 580/581
Cold-box RBI, Skikda
Risk-based inspection study on a cryogenic cold box. The RBI case was submitted to the ARH, the hydrocarbons regulator, and a non-objection was obtained.
ISO/IEC 17020 Type A · ALGERAC N° 2-069
Independent inspection for Algeria's oil, gas, power and industrial assets
Accredited NDT, welder and procedure qualification, and statutory inspection of pressure, lifting and electrical equipment, from an independent Type A body based in Algiers.
Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17020:2012, Type A inspection body
- Certificate
- N° 2-069 Rév 01
- Issued by
- ALGERAC · ILAC-MRA
- Valid until
- 10 October 2026
Accredited domains
CND · MT/PT/VT/UT/RTQS/QMOSAPLAPG/APVAPEAgréage
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Sonatrach
Sonelgaz
Hyundai E&C
Samsung C&T
Daewoo E&C
General Electric
Tapidor
Savola
6
Accredited inspection domains
2017
Established
500+
Projects Delivered
50+
Engineers & Technicians
Who we work with
Start from your situation
Oil, gas and power operators
Statutory periodic inspection, RBI and fitness-for-service on producing assets, and inspection crews for shutdowns.
See the servicesEPC contractors and OEMs
Third-party inspection during fabrication and construction: NDT, welder and procedure qualification, vendor inspection.
See the servicesIndustrial sites and SMEs
Statutory inspection of boilers, pressure vessels, lifting appliances and electrical installations, and help reading the regulation.
See the servicesSolar and grid projects
Electrical installation inspection and product acceptance (agréage) of delivered equipment.
See the servicesWhat We Do
Core Capabilities
Four service lines, each delivered by qualified inspectors with calibrated equipment and documented procedures.
Third-Party Inspection
Independent verification and certification services ensuring compliance with international standards and client specifications.
Technical Consulting
Expert guidance on regulatory compliance, quality management systems, and technical project requirements.
Equipment Verification
Comprehensive testing and verification of pressure equipment, electrical systems, and industrial machinery.
Regulatory Compliance
Navigation of complex regulatory frameworks including API, ASME, IEC, and national standards.
Full range
Also delivered by AQCS
Non-accredited services, delivered by qualified personnel to the applicable codes.
- Risk-based inspection (API 580/581)
- In-service piping and tank inspection (API 570 / API 653)
- Fitness-for-service assessment (API 579)
- Vendor and shop inspection
- Instrument calibration
- Inspection manpower supply
Technical Expertise
Inspection Domains
Comprehensive inspection services across critical disciplines, delivered by qualified personnel in accordance with international standards and codes.
Pressure Equipment Inspection
Comprehensive inspection services for pressure vessels, boilers, piping systems, and storage tanks in accordance with international codes and standards.
ASME Section VIIIAPI 510API 570+3
Electrical & Instrumentation
Expert inspection and verification of electrical installations, control systems, and instrumentation in hazardous and industrial environments.
IEC 60079 seriesIEC 61508IEC 61511+3
Structural & Civil
Inspection and assessment of structural steel, concrete structures, foundations, and civil infrastructure for industrial applications.
AWS D1.1AISC standardsACI standards+2
Rotating Equipment
Specialized inspection services for pumps, compressors, turbines, and other rotating machinery critical to industrial operations.
API 610API 617API 670+2
Fire & Safety Systems
Inspection and testing of fire protection, detection, and suppression systems in industrial and commercial facilities.
NFPA 70NFPA 72NFPA 13+3
Non-Destructive Testing
Comprehensive NDT services using the full range of conventional and advanced techniques for material and weld examination.
ASNT SNT-TC-1AISO 9712EN 4179+3
Industries We Serve
Engineered for Critical Sectors
Deep domain expertise across the sectors where quality assurance is non-negotiable.
Oil & Gas
Upstream, midstream, and downstream inspection services
Power Generation
Thermal, renewable, and distribution infrastructure
Industrial Facilities
Manufacturing, processing, and storage facilities
EPC Projects
Engineering, procurement, and construction support
Case files
Recent work
Client names are withheld.
Manpower supply
Inspection crews, Berkine basin
Inspection personnel deployed in the Berkine basin on a 30/30 rotation, so the client keeps a continuous team on site.
Failure investigation
Fire extinguisher root-cause analysis
Root-cause analysis of a fire extinguisher failure, with findings and recommendations reported to the client.
Where we work
Sites across Algeria
A selection of locations where AQCS teams have inspected.
- 1Skikda
- 2Jijel
- 3Hadjret Ennous
- 4Mostaganem
- 5Biskra
- 6Naama
- 7Hassi R'Mel
- Head office: Algiers
ISO/IEC 17020:2012
Type A · ALGERAC N° 2-069 Rév 01
Accredited by ALGERAC as a Type A inspection body under ISO/IEC 17020:2012. Type A means we provide only independent third-party inspection: we do not design, manufacture, supply, install or maintain what we inspect.
Non-destructive testing of industrial products and welded joints (MT, PT, VT, UT, RT film interpretation)
Welder and welding procedure qualification (QS/QMOS)
Lifting equipment inspection (APL)
Pressure equipment inspection, gas and steam (APG/APV)
Electrical equipment and installations inspection (APE)
Product acceptance inspection (agréage)
Outside the accredited scope: Structural, rotating equipment, fire and safety, RBI, fitness-for-service and consulting work are delivered outside the accreditation scope.
Certificate & scope (PDF)Accreditation
Why Operators Trust Us
Accredited by ALGERAC, an ILAC-MRA signatory. The certificate and its full technical scope are public, so you can check exactly what is covered.
API (American Petroleum Institute)ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)AWS (American Welding Society)ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission)ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
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