Business Details
Expert Corrosion Engineering Solutions in Calgary
Broadsword Corrosion Eng is a specialized corrosion and materials engineering consultancy based in Calgary, Alberta. Our expertise lies in resolving corrosion-initiated incidents that threaten infrastructure, capital resources, environmental habitats, and human safety. With a team of fully qualified engineers and scientists, we deliver reliable technical expertise and hands-on experience to address complex corrosion challenges across industries, including oil and gas, server farms, and pressure equipment systems. We prioritize compliance with industry standards such as AMPP (formerly NACE International), API certifications, and specialization designations requested by clients ranging from engineering professionals to regulators and insurers. Our proprietary internal corrosion predictive model (ICPM) enables accurate corrosion rate predictions, supporting tailored mitigation strategies.We are committed to continuous improvement through employee training, active participation in professional societies, and adherence to quality management systems that align with CSA Z662-2019, PHMSA, and international standards. Our services extend to pipeline integrity management, chemical treatment programs, microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) threat assessments, and expert litigation support. We emphasize client collaboration, regulatory compliance, and innovative solutions to ensure asset integrity and operational safety. Our quality policy underscores customer focus, leadership engagement, process efficiency, and evidence-based decision-making to exceed client expectations and industry benchmarks.
Services
Corrosion Assessment
Litigation Support
Program Development
Chemical Treatment
MIC Threat Analysis
Pipeline Integrity
Corrosion Mitigation
HSE Consultation
Engineering Services
Training Programs
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in corrosion engineering.
- Our team includes certified experts with AMPP and API credentials.
- We utilize proprietary internal corrosion predictive modeling software.
- We offer comprehensive pipeline integrity management services.
- We provide expert litigation support for corrosion-related failures.
Associations and certifications
- AMPP
- API
Services
Internal Corrosion Direct Assessment (ICDA)
Our ICDA service evaluates internal corrosion in pipelines using NACE standards and proprietary ICPM software. We identify corrosion mechanisms, predict wall loss, and provide mitigation recommendations. This four-step process includes pre-assessment, indirect inspection, detailed examination, and post-assessment to ensure pipeline integrity and regulatory compliance.
Legal and Quasi-Judicial Services
We provide expert testimony and root-cause analysis for corrosion-related failures in legal cases. Our 40+ years of experience support insurance dispute resolution, HSE investigations, and coverage clause interpretation. Our subject matter experts deliver informed opinions based on site investigations and material analysis to assist legal and regulatory proceedings.
CMP and PCIM Program Development
We develop corrosion management plans (CMP) and pipeline integrity programs (PCIM) compliant with CSA Z662-2019 and PHMSA standards. Using ICPM modeling, we create tailored strategies for corrosion prediction and mitigation. Our programs integrate quality assurance protocols, inspection frameworks, and regulatory compliance measures to ensure long-term asset integrity.
Chemical Treatment Program
Our chemical treatment services optimize corrosion inhibitor and biocide applications. We review existing programs, assess MIC risks, and recommend customized treatment plans. By analyzing microbial assays and DNA sequencing results, we develop biocidal strategies to control microbiologically influenced corrosion in industrial systems.
MIC Threat Assessment
We assess microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) risks through field testing and lab analysis. Our services include microbial assays, ATP testing, and 16S rRNA gene sequencing to identify corrosion-causing microbes. We provide mitigation strategies based on DNA sequencing results and existing client data to prevent MIC-related failures in pipelines and pressure equipment.
Questions
What is Internal Corrosion Direct Assessment (ICDA)?
ICDA is a NACE-standardized process using modeling and field testing to identify and mitigate internal corrosion in pipelines. Broadsword employs proprietary ICPM software to predict corrosion rates and recommend repairs.
Do you provide expert testimony for corrosion-related legal cases?
Yes, our subject matter experts offer litigation support, including root-cause analysis, accident site investigations, and expert testimony for insurance disputes and regulatory compliance matters.
Can you develop corrosion management programs for pipelines?
We create CMP and PCIM programs compliant with CSA Z662-2019 and PHMSA standards, incorporating predictive modeling, inspection protocols, and mitigation strategies tailored to client needs.
How do you address microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC)?
We perform microbial assays, DNA sequencing, and biocide testing to assess MIC risks. Customized treatment programs are developed based on field data and lab analysis to control microbial corrosion.
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve oil and gas, industrial systems, and regulated sectors requiring pipeline integrity management, corrosion mitigation, and HSE consultation services.
