Five Year Major Inspection
Five year major inspections for equipment requiring interim structural and mechanical assessment under AS 2550.
Overview
A Five Year Major Inspection may be an interim detailed assessment for certain equipment and duty cycles under applicable AS 2550 guidance. It provides a structural and mechanical evaluation partway through design life, helping identify fatigue damage for engineering review.
NDT Australia plans and delivers five-year inspections with minimal disruption, combining NDT with engineering assessment and clear recommendations.
Applications
Five Year Major Inspection is applied across a wide range of assets and industries, including:
- High-duty cranes and hoists requiring interim inspection
- Structural fatigue assessment at mid-life
- Mechanical component wear evaluation
- Compliance renewal between major inspections
Standards & Compliance
Our inspections are performed and reported to the applicable Australian and international standards:
- AS 2550 — Cranes safe use
- AS 1418 — Cranes, hoists and winches
- ISO 17020 — Inspection body requirements
Why Choose NDT Australia
- Catches fatigue damage mid-life
- Maintains continuous compliance
- Reduces risk of unplanned failure
- Backed by engineering certification
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