IIAR 6 Annual Mechanical Integrity Inspections

Ensure Safety and Compliance with Our Thorough Annual Mechanical Integrity Inspections

At Macha PSM, we understand the critical importance of maintaining the integrity of your ammonia refrigeration systems to ensure both safety and regulatory compliance. Our annual mechanical integrity inspections service is specifically designed to help your facility meet the ANSI/IIAR 6-2019 annual inspection and documentation requirements.

Why Perform Annual Mechanical Integrity Inspections?

Facilities with an ammonia inventory exceeding 10,000 lbs are required to comply with several key regulations:

Federal Process Safety Management: Title 29 CFR §1910.119(j)
Federal Risk Management Plan: Title 40 CFR §68.73

Our inspections services ensure that your facility adheres to these regulations by implementing inspection procedures aligned with recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices (RAGAGEP). The International Institute of All-Natural Refrigeration (IIAR) sets the primary RAGAGEP for the ammonia refrigeration industry, with the ANSI/IIAR 6-2019 standard being our guide for inspection, testing, and maintenance (ITM).

Our Service Offerings

1. Comprehensive Visual Inspections: Our qualified inspectors conduct thorough visual inspections of your ammonia refrigeration systems. We provide detailed checklists such as:

General System
Piping
Pressure Relief System
Safety Systems
Air-Cooling Evaporators
Compressors
Evaporative Condensers
Heat Exchangers
Pressure Vessels
Purgers
Refrigerant Pumps

Each checklist aligns with ANSI/IIAR 6-2019 Appendix B, ensuring that all critical aspects of your systems are inspected.

2. Detailed Summary and Recommendations: Following the inspections, we deliver a comprehensive report that includes:

Clear instructions for corrective actions
Proposed due dates
Priority levels
Relevant regulation and code references
Visual aids such as pictures or videos

This report empowers you to address any deficiencies promptly and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Mechanical Integrity Inspector Qualifications

Our mechanical integrity inspectors have completed the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Mechanical Integrity – Ammonia Refrigeration course. The training focuses on recognizing key factors that degrade the mechanical integrity of ammonia refrigeration systems, conducting effective visual inspections of piping and vessels, classifying external corrosion when found on piping and pressure vessels, and managing mechanical integrity deficiencies when found on ammonia refrigeration systems. MI inspectors are also certified by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA).

Get an Instant Estimate

At Macha PSM, we aim to streamline your Process Safety Management (PSM) program with unparalleled efficiency. To support you in planning and budgeting, we offer intuitive estimator tools that provide immediate pricing for various services. Calculate your annual MI estimate for free now!

We are committed to helping you maintain the safety and efficiency of your ammonia refrigeration systems. Please contact us for further details or to schedule your MI inspections.

Thank you for considering Macha PSM for your mechanical integrity needs. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you.