Soren San'at Azma knowledge-based company

Provider of Classic and Advanced Repair and Maintenance Methods

 About Soren San’at Azma


Soren San’at Azma Knowledge-Based Company was established in 2023 (1402 SH) by a group of seasoned industry professionals and highly motivated experts affiliated with the Shahid Abbasspour Campus of Shahid Beheshti University, drawing upon over 15 years of practical experience. In 2024 (1403 SH), the company successfully obtained certification as an emerging knowledge-based enterprise in the field of inspection, maintenance, and repair of metallic and composite pipeline systems.

Originating from the Pipeline Research and Technology Center at Shahid Beheshti University, Soren San’at Azma has positioned itself as a leading entity in the provision of professional services in education, consultancy, engineering design and manufacturing, inspection, and maintenance across various industrial sectors.

The company offers a comprehensive suite of services to diverse industries, including oil, gas, and petroleum products, petrochemicals, petrochemical transportation pipelines, power generation, mining, food processing, and detergent production.

With a strong foundation in advanced technical knowledge and a deep commitment to innovation, Soren San’at Azma specializes in ultrasonic technologies, pipeline integrity assessment and design, high-pressure piping and vessel engineering, development of specialized equipment and automation systems, design of custom cleaning pigs, and modern inspection methodologies. These areas of expertise distinguish the company within the industry and enable it to address complex technical challenges and evolving client demands effectively.

Soren San’at Azma’s core differentiators include the delivery of high-quality services in accordance with international standards, efficient execution timelines, a firm commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, and a proactive role in the advancement of ultrasonic technology. The company takes pride in supporting industrial clients by enhancing operational standards and providing tailored, high-performance engineering solutions.


Services and Products of Soren Sanat Azma Knowledge-Based Company

Knowledge-Based Product:
Evaluation of Composite Pipe Joints

One of the main challenges in the use of composite pipes is the lack of an effective inspection method for adhesive joints. Soren San’at Azma Company, relying on its technical expertise, provides inspection services for composite pipes. These services include:

  • Performing non-destructive tests for inspecting
  • various adhesive joints and composite pipes
  • Extracting dispersion curves and wave structures
  • Extracting experimental dispersion curves
  • Determining mode and suitable inspection
  • frequencies
  • Wave propagation simulation
  • Inspection system design

These services enable clients to ensure the optimal performance and safety of their composite pipes, as well as address the inspection challenges associated with these types of joints.

Knowledge-Based Product:
Evaluation of Composite Pipe Joints

High-Power Ultrasonic Services

One of our key areas of activity is high-power ultrasonic descaling. This technology, utilizing high-power ultrasonic waves, enables precise and eNcient descaling operations on industrial equipment and pipelines. The advantages of high-power ultrasonic descaling include :

  • Improved efficiency and performance of equipment
  • Reduction in maintenance and repair costs
  • Increased system durability and enhancement of process quality
  • High effectiveness
  • Minimization of equipment downtime 
  • Chemical-free operation

Maintenance and Repair Services

Maintenance and Repair Services

Another core service and product area at Soren San’at Azma is maintenance and repair services, including the management of physical assets in the oil, gas, petrochemical, and other industries.

  • Implementation of Pipeline Integrity Management System (PIMS)

  • Consultancy on repair methodologies

  • Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)

  • Fitness-for-Service (FFS) assessments at Levels 1, 2, and 3

  • Advisory and implementation services for physical asset management in pipelines

  • Various advanced inspection services in oil, gas, petrochemical, and other industries

One of the most significant initiatives is the development of a proprietary, small-scale PIMS software, relying on the expertise and capabilities of the company’s team and the Pipeline Research and Technology Center at Shahid Beheshti University. The overall framework and architecture of this software are currently under development, and preliminary versions of some software layers have been completed.

Pipeline Pigging and Pipeline Services

Our team, with extensive industrial experience in cleaning pigging, smart pigging, and pig signalers, is ready to provide services in the following areas:

  • Consultancy in the design, selection, and execution of cleaning pigging operations

  • Functional testing of various types of cleaning pigs

  • Providing solutions for cleaning specialized pipelines along with consulting in the design, selection, supply of pigs, and supervision of operations

  • Risk assessment of cleaning pigging operations

  • Extraction of differential driving pressure under different thicknesses and pipeline conditions

  • Determination of maximum differential pressure tolerable by different pigs

  • Empirical evaluation of cleaning efficiency

  • Smart pigging operations consultancy

  • Validation and verification of smart pigging

  • Consultancy on the selection of smart pigging packages for pipelines

  • Assistance in contractor selection and review of pig technical specifications

  • Risk assessment of old and un-pigged pipelines for smart pigging suitability

  • Review and validation of preliminary and final smart pigging reports based on API Standard 1163

  • Preparation of FFP (Fitness for Purpose) and FFS (Fitness for Service) reports

  • Replacement of faulty in-service intrusive pig signalers

Pipeline Pigging and Pipeline Services

Our team, with extensive industrial experience in cleaning pigging, smart pigging, and pig signalers, is ready to provide services in the following areas:

  • Consultancy in the design, selection, and execution of cleaning pigging operations

  • Functional testing of various types of cleaning pigs

  • Providing solutions for cleaning specialized pipelines along with consulting in the design, selection, supply of pigs, and supervision of operations

  • Risk assessment of cleaning pigging operations

  • Extraction of differential driving pressure under different thicknesses and pipeline conditions

  • Determination of maximum differential pressure tolerable by different pigs

  • Empirical evaluation of cleaning efficiency

  • Smart pigging operations consultancy

  • Validation and verification of smart pigging

  • Consultancy on the selection of smart pigging packages for pipelines

  • Assistance in contractor selection and review of pig technical specifications

  • Risk assessment of old and un-pigged pipelines for smart pigging suitability

  • Review and validation of preliminary and final smart pigging reports based on API Standard 1163

  • Preparation of FFP (Fitness for Purpose) and FFS (Fitness for Service) reports

  • Replacement of faulty in-service intrusive pig signalers

Specialized Engineering Services

Among the key and important services offered by the company are specialized consultancy, engineering design, and manufacturing of complex equipment for specific applications. These services are particularly focused on high-pressure piping, design and fabrication of specialized metal structures, industrial control and automation systems, as well as the development and provision of engineering software solutions. Leveraging up-to-date technical knowledge, a skilled workforce, and practical experience in industrial projects, the company has been able to deliver comprehensive, reliable, and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of various industries.

The most notable services include:

  • Design and implementation of specialized piping and flow loops for small-scale industries

  • Design and fabrication of high-pressure vessels

  • Design and deployment of instrumentation, control, and automation systems

  • Development of related engineering software

Specialized Engineering Services

Among the key and important services offered by the company are specialized consultancy, engineering design, and manufacturing of complex equipment for specific applications. These services are particularly focused on high-pressure piping, design and fabrication of specialized metal structures, industrial control and automation systems, as well as the development and provision of engineering software solutions. Leveraging up-to-date technical knowledge, a skilled workforce, and practical experience in industrial projects, the company has been able to deliver comprehensive, reliable, and tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of various industries.

The most notable services include:

  • Design and implementation of specialized piping and flow loops for small-scale industries

  • Design and fabrication of high-pressure vessels

  • Design and deployment of instrumentation, control, and automation systems

  • Development of related engineering software

Classic Non-Destructive Evaluation Services According to Common Standards

PT Test (Penetrant Testing)

Penetrant testing is performed using two methods: visible dye and fluorescent dye to detect surface defects. Testing is conducted according to the following standards:

ASTM E165 / AWS D1.1 / API 1104 / ASME Section V / ISO 3452-1


MT Test (Magnetic Particle Testing)

Magnetic particle testing is performed using dry particles, wet particles, and fluorescent materials.

  • Testing by induced magnetic field method

  • Testing using an AC yoke suitable for surface defect detection

  • Testing using a probe

  • Testing by permanent magnet method

Testing is carried out according to the following standards:

ASTM E709 / AWS D1.1 / API 1104 / ASME Section V / ISO 9934-1


VT Test (Visual Testing)

  • Industrial endoscopy inside closed equipment and piping systems without disassembly, using a 2-meter fiberscope

  • Borescopy of industrial equipment using borescopes of various lengths

  • Providing digital photos and videos of inspected areas

Testing is performed based on the following standards:

AWS B1.11 / AWS D1.1 / API 1104 / ASME Section V / ISO 17637


UT Test (Ultrasonic Testing)

  • Ultrasonic testing for thickness measurement of structures

  • Weld inspection using ultrasonic testing methods on various structures

  • Training for weld inspection by ultrasonic testing

Testing is conducted in accordance with the following standards:

AWS D1.1 / API 1104 / ASME Section V / ISO 17640

  • Evaluation of Polymer Coating Delamination from Pipes
  • Conducting ultrasonic testing (UT) using non-contact probes (EMAT)

    • Performing ultrasonic testing with EMAT transducers without the need for a couplant or physical contact with the inspected surface for thickness measurement through the coating

    • Applying this ultrasonic testing method for the inspection of hot surfaces or rough surfaces

    • Utilizing this method for non-contact evaluation of cylindrical section

Advanced Ultrasonic Inspection

  • Evaluation of Polymer Coating Delamination from Pipes
  • Conducting ultrasonic testing (UT) using non-contact probes (EMAT)

    • Performing ultrasonic testing with EMAT transducers without the need for a couplant or physical contact with the inspected surface for thickness measurement through the coating

    • Applying this ultrasonic testing method for the inspection of hot surfaces or rough surfaces

    • Utilizing this method for non-contact evaluation of cylindrical section

Inspection of Heat Exchanger Tubes and Boilers​

Inspection of Heat Exchanger Tubes and Boilers​

The reduction in thickness, corrosion, and leakage in heat exchangers constitutes one of the main challenges in the use of these devices. Long-Range Ultrasonic Testing (LRUT), as a modern method, offers several advantages over classical approaches, including:

  • Reduced inspection time
  • No size limitations for pipes
  • Inspection accuracy
  • Precision in defect detection

Soren San’at Azma Company possesses the knowledge and capability to design and manufacture innovative ultrasonic inspection systems for detecting corrosion, deposits, and cracks in Shell and Tube heat exchanger pipes up to 15 meters in length and size 2″. The company is ready to provide services to various industries

Conducting Training Courses

Soren San’at Azma Company, in line with its scientiHc mission to provide educational services and enhance the knowledge of professionals in topics relevant to pipeline, modern and classical inspections in various industries such as oil and gas, power plants, mines, etc., is actively organizing specialized practical and theoretical courses. In this regard, Soren San’at, leveraging the experiences of industrial and academic experts, as well as its successful track record in conducting numerous workshops at its location (Shahid Beheshti University, Abbaspour Campus) and at organizational premises, is ready to serve organizations, agencies, and active companies in the country.

Contact Us

Office

Room 2, Science and Technology Park, 1st Floor, Jaberebn Hayyan Building, Abbaspour College of Technoloy, No. 90, Nashve St., Abbaspour Blvd., Hakimiye, Tehran, Iran

Postal Code: 1658954476

Phone

021-77029150

021-77313187

Tel-Fax

+98 – 21 – 77313187

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