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Second Middle East Nondestructive Testing Conference and Exhibition

Nondestructive Testing Technologies for Innovative Solutions for the Safety and Reliability

of Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industries December 8-10, 2003 Royal Commission Conference Center, Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia Conference Chair: Saleh I. AL-Rumaih Organized by

Saudi Arabian Section of The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (SAS-ASNT)

NDT Section of Saudi Council of Engineers (NDTS-SCE)

Second Middle East Nondestructive Testing Conference and Exhibition ___________________________________________________________________

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Introduction and Background In continuation of our commitment to bring the latest technologies with regard to both NDT techniques and equipment, the NDT Section of Saudi Council of Engineers and the Saudi Arabian Section of ASNT, are organizing the 2nd Middle East Nondestructive Testing Conference and Exhibition at Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia from December 8-10, 2003. The oil, gas and petrochemical organizations have recognized that welding and corrosion related defects in materials cost billions of dollars every year, and can also cause catastrophic failures that result in serious injuries and loss of lives. The inability of detecting defects in materials due to lack of techniques and/or non-availability of appropriate equipment has been felt in many industries, especially in oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors. Due to its high operating temperature and pressure ranges, high humidity, corrosive atmosphere, high sulfur oil and gas products in some areas, and high corrosive petrochemical industries, Middle East and particularly the Arabian Gulf area experience various types of corrosion related problems. When taken in the context of magnitude of Gulf oil, gas and petrochemical production facilities and industry, the result is expression of keen interest in defect detection, sizing, identification and classification, preferably through nondestructive testing. Because of the broad approach necessary to resolve problems involving corrosion related defects, this Conference will present a diversity of papers covering a wide range of Nondestructive Testing (NDT) techniques and related topics. The Second Middle East Nondestructive Testing Conference is organized by the NDT Section of the Saudi Council of Engineers and Saudi Arabian Section-ASNT. The conference and exhibition will be held for three days, December 8, 9, 10, 2003. Conference Theme The theme for this conference is Nondestructive Testing Technologies for Innovative Solutions for the Safety and Reliability of Oil and Petrochemical Industries. This theme reflects the challenges faced by the nondestructive testing professionals. It will also focus on the latest innovative NDT solutions, methodology, techniques, certifications, training and equipment. The organizers of the conference wish to emphasize the role of existing and new NDT technologies in the oil, gas and petrochemical industries.


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Conference Topics Formal presentations, informal technical meetings, and panel discussions are planned. The program will include following topics: • Pipelines NDT Technologies • Boilers & Pressure Vessels NDT Technologies • Safety, Reliability and POD (RTFI, FFS, RBI) • NDT Codes and Standards • New Techniques and Systems for Infrastructure Applications • NDT Signal and Image Processing • NDT for Coatings • NDT Techniques and Applications (AE, ET, Guided and Surface Waves) • Microwave NDT/Radar NDT • NDT for Concrete • Advanced Ultrasonic Techniques including Laser Ultrasonics Call for Papers Papers are invited from practicing engineers, research scientists and NDT professionals and experts. The author should submit an abstract along with the enclosed form for consideration by the Organizing Committee. The abstract should not be of more than 400 words and should clearly state clearly objectives, subject matter and conclusions to be presented in the full paper. March 15, 2003 Final date for receipt of abstract March 31, 2003 Advise acceptance of abstract June 30, 2003 Draft paper due September 15, 2003 Final date of receipt of full paper Correspondence regarding all aspects of the abstracts or technical papers should be sent to: Mr. Scott D. Miller Chairman, Technical Committee P.O. Box 826, Dhahran 31311, Saudi Arabia Tel: (+966) 3-872-0148 Fax: (+966) 3-872-0630 [email protected] Conference Language The official Conference language will be English. Papers, visual materials, and other documents will be presented in English language.


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Exhibition Concurrently with the conference, an exhibition will be held at the conference venue. The exhibition is intended to provide an opportunity for companies, consultancy and research organizations to display and demonstrate their activities and services. The size of exhibition stands is 3 meters wide and 2 meters deep with 2.5 meter high. Stand fittings will consist of one octonary system stand, two fluorescent lights, fascia board in English, one AC power point, sufficient tables and chairs. An exhibition guide containing each exhibitor’s name and a brief profile of his company will be published and distributed to conference participants, VIPs and all visitors during the conference. The cost for one exhibition stand will be SR 4000.00 (US Dollars 1080). Exhibition space without stand fittings will cost SR 600/- or US $160 per square meter, minimum size being 6 square meters. For further details about the Exhibition, please contact Mr. Fathi E. Al-Qadeeb, Chairman, Sponsorship & Exhibition Committee, P.O. Box 826, Dhahran 31311, Saudi Arabia Tel. (+966) 3 872-0262, Fax: (+966) 3 872-0630 Mobile (+966) 5 5801957 [email protected] Participate as Prime and Major Sponsor of the Conference The Conference Organizing Committee is also extending opportunities to major companies and consultants to take part in the conference as prime or main sponsor. The sponsors are entitled to the following benefits:

• Company name & logo will be published under “Sponsors” in all publicity material.

• Company name and logo will be displayed along with main Conference

banner at the opening ceremony and during the whole Conference period.

• Each sponsor is entitled to one exhibition space with stand fittings (6 sq.

meters) at the exhibition venue, free of cost.


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• Two delegates of prime & main sponsors will be allowed to attend the Conference, free of cost.

• All participants and exhibitors from the sponsor’s company will be provided free lunches and one Conference dinner during the Conference period.

• Publicity material of sponsors shall be included in the Conference pack.

• Company name, logo and a brief profile will be inserted on the Conference web site, which would be directly connected to the web site of the company concerned.

• Executive officers will be treated as VIPs during the event and during official lunches and dinner.

For further information and sponsorship form, please contact: Mr. Fathi E. Al-Qadeeb, Chairman, Sponsorship & Exhibition Committee, P.O. Box 826, Dhahran 31311, Saudi Arabia Tel. (+966) 3 872-0262, Fax: (+966) 3 872-0630 Mobile (+966) 5 5801957 [email protected] Short Courses Short courses will be offered for an additional cost by specialist companies in conjunction with the conference. The short course topics will be announced in the next mailing. Any company wishing to propose a course should contact: Mr. Danny Keck Vice Chairman Saudi Arabian Section of ASNT P. O. Box 826 Dhahran, 31311 Saudi Arabia Tel. (+966) 3 872-0150 Fax (+966) 3 872-0630 [email protected]


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Conference & Exhibition Venue The conference and exhibition will be held at the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu Conference Center at Jubail Industrial City, Saudi Arabia. Main Sponsor:

Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu-Jubail Industrial City Jubail Industrial City is a world-class industrial city. Created on the desert shores of the Arabian Gulf, the city is only 25 years old. Yanbu Industrial City, Jubail’s twin city, is situated 350 km north of the city of Jeddah on the Red Sea. Both cities enjoy many merits whether for their strategic locations, or for abundant natural resources, or their devoted work force. But behind the shining silver skyline lies a story of courage and boldness, a story of a few good men who took the challenge and built the city on water. Jubail Industrial City (JIC) replaced the shallow shores of the Gulf to rise as the largest industrial compound in the Middle East concentrated on petrochemical industries. In September 1975, the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu was established as an autonomous organization representing the government in the industrial sector. The Commission is led by the chairman and a board of directors. The chairman reports directly to the council of ministers. Its main purpose is to establish and maintain the city to facilitate all industries. Therefore it is responsible for the master plan and its execution in the short and long term. Pursuant to its career, the Royal Commission of Jubail (RCJ) has established several huge networks of facilities. They include: sea water cooling, potable water and waste water, solid waste disposal, material transportation and port facilities, telecommunication, electricity, and landscaping. Environment is a top priority at JIC. There is a dual commitment to safe and green environment between RCJ and their industrial partners. It has been a successful relationship since inception. By the grace and mercy of Allah, JIC has not witnessed any environmental danger and life between the fire spitting pillars of the plants and the calm green oasis of its communal half has always been in complete harmony.


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About the Organizers:

Saudi Arabian Section of The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (SAS-ASNT) The Saudi Arabian Section of ASNT was founded in 1999. Since then, the Section has been very actively organizing and supporting the NDT profession and enhancing its credibility. The section offered several courses in various methods of NDT. Monthly dinner meetings have been held where various NDT topics and concerns have been enthusiastically discussed with keen interest. The Saudi Arabian Section’s impressive high activity has already earned it a ranking as the only international section of ASNT in the top 5 standings for the ASNT President’s Award. This was achieved within a year of receiving its charter from ASNT.

NDT Section 0f the Saudi Council of Engineers (NDTS-SCE) The NDT Section of the Saudi Council of Engineers (NDTS-SCE) was established in June 2001. The objectives of the NDT Section are to promote NDT engineering discipline and technology, and to facilitate the NDT technologies transfer to Saudi Arabia. Since its establishment, the NDT Section has been actively involved with various government organizations as well as local industries to encourage their participation in its activities to achieve the set objectives. Engineering Committee (EC), prior becoming the Saudi Council of Engineers, was established on 16 Ramadan 1402H (7/7/1982). EC is a non-profit professional organization for engineers of all disciplines. The primary objective of EC is to enhance the standard of the engineering profession through activities such as research, conferences, seminars, courses, lectures, and through consultations with statutory bodies and major employers on matters related to engineering. EC is represented on several committees set up by the Saudi Government to deal with engineering-related matters. On13/9/1423H corresponding to 18 November 2002, the Council of Ministers approved the


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conversion of Engineering Committee to Saudi Council of Engineers. This new status has added to its role and responsibilities. It has also given it more authority to serve engineering professionals better. Information Request Please complete the following form and return to: The Conference Secretariat Second Middle East Nondestructive Testing Conference Saudi Arabian Section of ASNT P.O. Box 826, Dhahran 31311, Saudi Arabia Tel: (+966) 3-872-0150 Fax: (+966) 3-872-0630 [email protected] Name Company Address City Country Postal Code Phone Fax E-mail Check all appropriate boxes I am Interested in attending the Conference.

Please send registration information.

I am interested in presenting a paper. I will send an abstract before __________

My company is interested in exhibiting. Please send exhibit information.

My company is interested in presenting a short course in conjunction with the conference. Subject:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


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Abstract Format:

Topic/Subject Title: ………………………………………………………………….. Author(s) Name(s): …………………………………………………………………… Address: ……………………………………… E-mail: ………………………………………… Phone: ………………………………………… Fax: …………………………………………… Abstract: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

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